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Electric Bugaloo posted:what can I say, I’m an empty husk of a man with nothing better going on Hey no need to apologize man, I’m always looking forward to your advice.  (Not to import any E/N stuff here but I hope things get better for you, you deserve it)Anyway, Broussette doesn’t destroy stuff, like at all. I know some rabbits do that but it’s not her kink. It’s really just the litter training I’m pulling my hair with. I’ll try completely sanding down the remaining stains, spray vinegar over them and setting up a small pen outside her cage like you advised. Put food near the litter box as well, that should help. Will report back. (hopefully with some good results)
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Halloween Jack posted:I worry about Ludo's teeth sometimes because he just...doesn't chew stuff that isn't his food. I give him chew sticks and toys and he just doesn't seem to care. But his teeth look fine to me. Don't worry, contrary to a widespread belief rabbits don't need to chew on hard stuff to grind down their teeth and it can actually be bad for them. Chewing is more down to personality and environment, if he doesn't like to destroy stuff to be happy then all the better for you. 
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Update on Broussette's bladder: yesterday she looked me dead in the eye before peeing all over my Denon receiver.gamingCaffeinator posted:She already knows, friend. She already knows. 
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Electric Bugaloo posted:You guys are being really loving dumb. I'm sorry. But you free range your rabbit despite the fact that she's peeing all over the place and now doing hundreds of dollars worth of damage to your stuff. You sanded your floors. No rabbit's perceived "freedom" is worth that. They are dumb, dumb animals and they will never be able to conceptualize- much less appreciate- you greatly inconveniencing yourself for their sake. Also, consider yourself lucky that the receiver didn't grenade itself or start an electrical fire. Dude don't freak out, the receiver is fine. (faintly smells of vinegar now)  The TV bench was part of the enclosure since I don't have a dedicated pen yet. I no longer let her out unless I can supervise her, hence why I noticed immediately what she was doing and put her back in bunny jail.
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gamingCaffeinator posted:
If you look up Bugaloo’s post history there’s some good info. (I remember asking him the same thing some time ago) I use a Furminator S, a deshedding glove and a metal tooth slicker. Broussette hates the furminator because it pulls hairs a bit so I generally use it last. The glove is much more tolerable but it’s not super efficient for a small rabbit and the brush is probably the best compromise but I have to be careful not to hurt her skin. I typically do glove > brush > furminator when she sheds and just use the brush or furminator otherwise.
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gamingCaffeinator posted:Funny you should mention this. She has a husbun-in-waiting, but both of them need to be desexed and her husbun (Bart, who is a Holland Lop as well... I think they call his pattern a charlie?) needs to get over his nasal infection. Please feel free to post more. 
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Good news everyone, Broussette is finally back to her clean self!  I suspect a big part of it was moving her hay rack back next to her litter box and I feel real dumb for not thinking about it sooner. FactsAreUseless posted:Our Himalayan follows the vacuum cleaner around to try and figure out whether it's the boss or he is. At home the established bun-hierarchy goes like this: me > bunny > other people > roomba. Poor roomba used to be at the top but she eventually figured out it was all bark and no bite.
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Also I didn't remember seeing pictures of the Himalayan so I checked and...FactsAreUseless posted:Here is rabbit. Just lol. That's some trust right there, you've got a great bun. 
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Can you provide him with a box he’s allowed to dig in maybe?
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Putty posted:- I work 9 to 5 and sometimes get stuck in overtime up to 8pm or sooner. The rabbit would be alone for possibly 12 hours at a time and I don't know if that's detrimental to a social animal. Welcome ! Can't reply to everything but here are some general tips: - Rabbits are actually a good match for your average 9 to 5 schedule because they are most active in the morning when you wake up and in the evening when you come home. They spend the rest of their time chilling, sleeping, and generally laying about. (see FAU's post on the previous page) Most pet rabbits I've had were alone and that did not cause any issue, although of course I made sure to play with them regularly. Their toys are cheap:  - Free roam is doable with a bit of experience and bunny proofing but still very much depends on your rabbit's temperament. In terms of breeds I would probably recommend a Holland lop? They are friendly and usually pretty cuddly, even if a bit stubborn. I think they can be prone to certain hereditary problems though. (specifically: skull malformations leading to teeth misalignment) - Rabbits don't really smell -especially females- they are clean pets. (just watch them groom the moment you're done petting them, it never fails) However certain foods like endives can make their urine smell. Just make sure to empty their litter box frequently. Cleaning it regularly will also help you notice if they stop pooping entirely, rabbits have very fragile digestive systems and apathy/lack of appetite should be cause for immediate concern. (google "stasis") Also please never buy those flashy bags of "mix" food available everywhere: https://www.consoanimo.com/avis-mix-lapins-nains-cereales-riga.html These are mostly garbage, your bunny will only eat half of it and might develop deficiencies. Hay, fresh vegetables and water should be its main source of food. Good pellets should look like these: https://www.zoomalia.com/animalerie/versele-laga-cuni-complete-pour-rongeurs-adultes-p-16089.html Lastly, if your only previous experience was with dogs, maybe adopt a flemmish, they're quite big. (don't do it)
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shame on an IGA posted:Bun poop is one of the most remarkably scentless substances on earth I use it as fertilizer for my plants.
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BAE OF PIGS posted:Yeah, seems fine. Eating like normal here at the hotel. So that's one less thing to worry about on what has been an extremely long few days. 1300 miles left to go! You type "moving" and as a euro goon I read "somewhere that's a 20/30 minutes drive away from where I currently live, no big deal". Holy smokes, I guess moving in the US can really suck. BAE OF PIGS posted:Update. Day one of the drive. He's doing ok. Doesn't seem to love the car, won't eat anything while I'm driving or while we're stopped and I put things in front of him. That's to be expected, none my rabbits enjoyed eating while on the move even when presented with their favorite food. Hopefully he'll settle in a bit.
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bunnyofdoom posted:Harriet is being very helpful in the garden. She will hop onto the patio stones and eat the weeds growing between them. She also offered to help our neighbour. By pulling apart the fence and half climbing through it before I noticed and grabbed her. Is your neighbour aware he’s living next to a class 5 weapon owner?
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Remora posted:Or you're so lazy you just devote a bedroom to rabbit use. Be like me and move in your rabbits apartment. I hope she doesn’t kick me out some day.
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Themata posted:- In the mornings, it's impossible to wake up and not do anything other than immediately go back to sleep. If it's before 6 AM, she won't react to me doing something like checking my phone for the time. After that though... if she hears even the slightest hint of me being awake, she bolts over to the second story of her cage and stares 'directly' at me. Then she'll do some head twists and run over to where I unlock the cage, attempting to help me open it. Then she'll sit there and wait for me to pet her for a few minutes. I've trained Broussette to hop my bedside when I wake up and call her in the morning, it's the cutest thing. (Yes, I know it's because I give her some parsley for it)Nan-chan seems like an A+ bun'. Regarding the bladder issue, fixing them goes a long way but is not a 100% guarantee. Most of the time they do it to express discontent, affirm their spot in the household hierarchy, or when they feel their territory is being threatened. Broussette never attacked my bed (thank god) but she used to consider the couch as the iron throne. -or rather cocoa puff throne- A bunch of bunny jail sentences set her straight eventually.
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Thumbtacks posted:my dumb idiot broke his leg (probably) tripping while trying to jump out of a box yesterday. he doesn't seem to be in much pain although it's hard to tell with rabbits. he'll put pressure on the leg while he's standing still or bending odown to drink/eat but otherwise he's keeping it up off the ground. i'm trying to take him to the vet but he refuses to let us put him in a carrier. it's hard normally, it's IMPOSSIBLE with him hurt like this Even putting him butt first in the carrier doesn't work ? At this point I'd say whatever lets you bring him to the vet flies. A matriochka of bunny accessories sounds pretty cute tbh.
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Thumbtacks posted:Plus rabbit poop is basically dirt and dust, it's like the least offensive poop of any animal. It’s free fertilizer ! 
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Sorry Ehud, I'll give Broussette a hug for you when I come home. I mean, another hug. I went through your post history to find more pictures of that cutie (no luck unfortunately) and it's obvious you took really good care of your bun, so props to you for that. Most bunnies don't get that luck unfortunately.
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That reminds me I took a cute video the other day, this is often the first thing I do when I wake up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPghTPVtF0k (sorry, portrait mode I know!)
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The Walrus posted:long shot but would any us folks be able to buy a few of these and ship to Canada for Cleo? Finding it impossible to find an equivalent product that I can buy here. Silly question but wouldn't a regular ice pack achieve the same general purpose ? Anyway, pictures:   A moment of respite. A chance to steel oneself against the coming horrors.  Towering, fierce, terrible. Nightmare made material!
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I mean they do look like 2 little ninjas. Conspicuous clouds of smoke should be your cue that they're sneaking around.
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I dug up some old pictures and this one just cracks me up: Was my mom's rabbit, looks a bit like Cleo now that I think about it. (just more french obviously )
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There's a bunch of Discords floating around yeah. If anyone is interested I can link a very chill one that's already welcoming a lot of refugees while we settle the current situation. (disclosure: it's full of birds)
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Flashing my buns. https://youtu.be/gqfV9EofEsY
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Stravag posted:I managed to touch it tonight, hopefully tomorrow it will let me grab it. Dont have a pet carrier so Ill have to figure out something with a plastic tote or cardboard box or something I once spent a couple of hours chasing an escaped bunny down my street. (Coming back from work so wearing a full suit and tie) It was past 10pm so not too busy fortunately.  You can try and lure it with fruits or some fragrant greens like dill or fennel but ultimately it’s unlikely it will just let you grab it easily, even if this one seems docile. A big cardboard box is a good option, if the bunny is hopping away from you you can try to slowly corner it to put it in the box.
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Yeah chasing was probably not the right word. (ESL) Running after a bun is indeed counterproductive.
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I’m currently visiting my parents for Christmas and I’ve had on the back of my mind for a while now that my bunny would be much happier if she lived with them.  I live in a tiny apartment with a slippery wooden floor that she can’t run on (I’ve bought carpets but still) while they have a big house and a nice garden. They have a super friendly rabbit of their own that she gets along with very well so they keep each other company. I just feel like a selfish piece of poo poo every time I have to bring her back with me. She’s 5 now but it feels like she’s always been a part of my life and I love that rabbit more than anything. I just see as she’s getting a little older that I don’t provide her with the best quality of life she could have and it honestly fucks me up. I know my mom would love to care for her and we’ve touched on it in the past, I’m probably going to break the news to her tomorrow. I just hope this is the right decision. Please hug your buns for me. 
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Ok Comboomer posted:You could just get some carpet or carpet tile. Maybe get a second rabbit if you feel like yours isn’t getting adequate enrichment or enjoyment. To answer your question, yes she would have access to the yard every day with the other rabbit so it would make a big difference for her. I’ve also considered adopting a second bun but that seems like a high risk proposition, they may not get along as easily and the lack of proper space would be exacerbated. I could also move to a nicer place I guess. 
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BAE OF PIGS posted:My boy ain't too bright. What are you talking about? Rabbits love playing with hanging fabric like this.
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Justa Dandelion posted:First post on this site. Our bun is a good boy. That is all. Proof. 
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Deadite posted:I wish I could find a vacuum attachment with a blade in it that would mulch long pieces of hay. The worst part of vacuuming up after my rabbits is stopping to unclog the vacuum hose. Holy crap, this. I set up all her hay in a cardboard box now so at least that's faster to clean up  (modular bunny box/toy/anti-hooman shelter/hay rack/attack dummy pictured in the background)
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Reading that horror story I feel happy that my families' rabbits never gave a poo poo about each other. Anyway, time to post bunny ASMR to lighten the mood. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woE0ZJUzbsY replay at 0.25 speed for maximum effect
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RFC2324 posted:Huh, thats the advice I've gotten from the vets who come in specifically for the rabbits, and that they actually seem to enjoy it. It's a debated topic but general consensus is it's very stressful for the animal and you should avoid it whenever possible. I've gotten used to do claws and butt baths without it now, my rabbit is pretty compliant in that regard though.
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RFC2324 posted:Related, but different: I've been lead to believe all rabbits dislike being picked up, the only real question is to what degree the dislike it. last night I was reading a guide in lionheads that said they do actually enjoy it. I guess Broussette didn't get the memo.
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Ok Comboomer posted:former outdoor rabbits are usually pretty chill with cats and raccoons and other small mammals of the night, in my experience I used to have a rescue who terrorized the poor neighborhood cats who dared intrude on her backyard. She would just run straight at them until they left in a panic. (not necessarily relevant to this specific context obv but god it was hilarious)
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Lol what did you post to get that av Electric Bugaloo? In my experience (2 lionheads) they are either a mix of friendly but aloof or completely evil, and that experience has been 100% young kids free.  I wish she was less terrified of being picked up but I can always just lay on the carpet to play with her.
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Rest in peace Harriet.
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Terraforming your living room into a warren of cocoa puffs and hay. The way it's meant to be.
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