proxima centauri
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The markings on the bunny on your avatar seem nice too 
do you have bigger pictures of that bunny?
do you have bigger pictures of that bunny?
Marvin found a new home
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Stephanie
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He is just stunning. I love his markings.
What a little bugger though! He's really showing you who is in charge,and I hate to say it isn't you. However, it does show how smart heis, so keep at it and you'll have him trained in no time.
As far as the litter box goes, keep on putting poops and even some pee(if he pees on some bedding or newspaper that is) in the box. When yousee him sitting in the box, give him a raisin. Same for going into thecage. As soon as he is inside, give him a treat.
They will always leave some droppings around their cage, marking theirterritory. Also, is he fixed?? That helps when it comes to boxtraining. My male mini Rex wouldn't train, and literally the day afterwe got him neutered,he stopped going outside the cage/boxcompletely.
What a little bugger though! He's really showing you who is in charge,and I hate to say it isn't you.
However, it does show how smart heis, so keep at it and you'll have him trained in no time. As far as the litter box goes, keep on putting poops and even some pee(if he pees on some bedding or newspaper that is) in the box. When yousee him sitting in the box, give him a raisin. Same for going into thecage. As soon as he is inside, give him a treat.
They will always leave some droppings around their cage, marking theirterritory. Also, is he fixed?? That helps when it comes to boxtraining. My male mini Rex wouldn't train, and literally the day afterwe got him neutered,he stopped going outside the cage/boxcompletely.
Cheetos mom
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What a beautiful bun! Aren't they amazing? Iaccidentally got my first rabbit on Mother's day.... how appropriate!She (?) has quickly become part of our family!
Although I currently reside in Az, I grew up in Toronto!
Sorry, I couldn't help but notice ... I love the color of the paint onyour walls! If someone had told me that they painted their walls anorange color.... but, it is a wonderful color.
Although I currently reside in Az, I grew up in Toronto!
Sorry, I couldn't help but notice ... I love the color of the paint onyour walls! If someone had told me that they painted their walls anorange color.... but, it is a wonderful color.
proxima centauri
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Thanks! It's actually more brown-orange. The other walls are beige and forest green. Very earthy... granola heheeheh
Pet_Bunny
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I just saw more pictures of Marvin. I noticed you in the forum of Megapixel.net too.
Rainbows!
Rainbows!
proxima centauri
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yes! I'm a digital photography enthusiast (freak)
Pet_Bunny
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I am shopping around for a digital camera.
Haven't decided what to get yet.
Rainbows!
Haven't decided what to get yet.
Rainbows!
proxima centauri
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For casual use? or more serious use? What's yer budget?
proxima centauri
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Well, Marvin is now getting really used to hisnew environment. He now comes willingly on me and wants to get pet...and he licks me ohhhhhh yaeh... he licks me.
But, he got a little too overconfident for MY own good... he jumpedover the barrier I had erected so he wouldn't go in the kitchen...*sigh*... now, even if I put up the barrier, he will jump over it, nowthat he knows he can...
He's too smart for me... I've given up for tonight... I'm just keeping an eye out so he doesn't do something stupid...
I have a question though... tonight, he showed affection by licking meand nibbling, though I would not let him nibble... but he also was"digging" on my chest with his front paws... was it for any reason?thanks.
I love my bunny... he's so cool!
But, he got a little too overconfident for MY own good... he jumpedover the barrier I had erected so he wouldn't go in the kitchen...*sigh*... now, even if I put up the barrier, he will jump over it, nowthat he knows he can...
He's too smart for me... I've given up for tonight... I'm just keeping an eye out so he doesn't do something stupid...
I have a question though... tonight, he showed affection by licking meand nibbling, though I would not let him nibble... but he also was"digging" on my chest with his front paws... was it for any reason?thanks.
I love my bunny... he's so cool!
proxima centauri
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Today I wake up, and... Marvin is lying in hislitterbox... *sigh* At least he looks comfortable and happy... I thinkwe have a little communication problem, though
CorkysMom
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I haven't figured out what the diggin is onyou...but 2 of mine do it too....doesn't seem to be out ofmeanness...more like they are trying to get comfy. *shrug*
Cheetos mom
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I suspect PuterGeekGirl is right. I think its like they're trying to "settle" a spot.
My new addition digs on the couch. Intially, stupid me, related it to acat that was about to urinate. After watching him do this repeatedly,it seems that's the spot where he going to lie.
Melissa.
My new addition digs on the couch. Intially, stupid me, related it to acat that was about to urinate. After watching him do this repeatedly,it seems that's the spot where he going to lie.
Melissa.
proxima centauri
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Thanks for the welcome, Carolyne. That's a great forum you have here.
And you're right, the fun is only beginning.
And you're right, the fun is only beginning.
proxima centauri
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Marvin pooped like a machine gun in one corner of the appartment...
Of course, I only found the pellets until much later, when I had to gothrough the entrance door (where he pooped). They were dry, so I assumehe did it a while ago... when I was cleaning his cage.
At least they were all at the same place... but he still has to learn where his litter is.
Also, he's too clever... when he doesn't jump over obstacles, he justpush or pull them away... *sigh*... I guess he deserves credit for that.
Lately, he's been fond of biting on the carpet edges... any idea what I could do to redirect this habit?
When he's out of his cage, he seems NOT want to go back into it, even to play or eat...
Of course, I only found the pellets until much later, when I had to gothrough the entrance door (where he pooped). They were dry, so I assumehe did it a while ago... when I was cleaning his cage.
At least they were all at the same place... but he still has to learn where his litter is.
Also, he's too clever... when he doesn't jump over obstacles, he justpush or pull them away... *sigh*... I guess he deserves credit for that.
Lately, he's been fond of biting on the carpet edges... any idea what I could do to redirect this habit?
When he's out of his cage, he seems NOT want to go back into it, even to play or eat...
Mayday
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Hello
I, too, aminterested in learning ways to detour my bun Bella from harming thecarpet. She has all ready torn it up in places (she runsfree) and I want to stop this behavior now
About the errant poop Ive learned thatif you place the litter box where they want to go and then slowly (veryslowly!) move it to where you want them to go you will havesuccess.
Janet, Bella and Buddha
About the errant poop Ive learned thatif you place the litter box where they want to go and then slowly (veryslowly!) move it to where you want them to go you will havesuccess.
Janet, Bella and Buddha
Stephanie
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Carpet chewing is a very common problem most ofus have dealt with and it can be very serious, as rabbits can developblockages that can kill them if we don't watch them closely.
My husband and I try many things with our rabbits, well, we only haveproblems with one of our rabbits going after the carpet, thankfully.One is, as soon as he/she starts, stop the behavior immediately. Asquirt with a water bottle helps, with a firm NO. A loud hand clap iseffective too. We also give him something else to chew on as soon as hepulls at the carpet, to deter him. Bitter Apple spray has helped ustoo, although it doesn't work on all rabbits.
Also, make sure there are plenty of other things for them to chew on,such as paper towel rolls, or a cardboard box to play in. Our rabbitslove egg carton containers.
My husband and I try many things with our rabbits, well, we only haveproblems with one of our rabbits going after the carpet, thankfully.One is, as soon as he/she starts, stop the behavior immediately. Asquirt with a water bottle helps, with a firm NO. A loud hand clap iseffective too. We also give him something else to chew on as soon as hepulls at the carpet, to deter him. Bitter Apple spray has helped ustoo, although it doesn't work on all rabbits.
Also, make sure there are plenty of other things for them to chew on,such as paper towel rolls, or a cardboard box to play in. Our rabbitslove egg carton containers.
Mayday
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Thank you, Stephanie! Great info
Janet, Buddha and Bella
Janet, Buddha and Bella
Ally
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Proxima:
I just love Marvin! What a handsome boy!!
Ally
I just love Marvin! What a handsome boy!!
Ally
proxima centauri
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Marvin news...
He really loves me. When I let him out, he comes next to me and asks tobe petted. He loves when I rock him and play with his ears, chin,nose...
He loves me so much that while I was lying down, watching tv on thefloor, with my head resting on my arm... Marvin climbed on my arm andgave it a shot...
He's a humper... he nibbled on the side of the arm... But I think he didn't get his jollies... I'm not a satisfying partner.
Later tonight, I was petting him, and going up and down his wholebody... and I noticed that when I got near his tail (and poop exit) helifted his legs... Marvin's just got his hormones kicking in tonight, Iguess! It was a first.
Now... knowing we're both male, is my rabbit gay? :shock:
( of course, I'm kidding about the gay thing... laugh.)
He really loves me. When I let him out, he comes next to me and asks tobe petted. He loves when I rock him and play with his ears, chin,nose...
He loves me so much that while I was lying down, watching tv on thefloor, with my head resting on my arm... Marvin climbed on my arm andgave it a shot...
He's a humper... he nibbled on the side of the arm... But I think he didn't get his jollies... I'm not a satisfying partner.
Later tonight, I was petting him, and going up and down his wholebody... and I noticed that when I got near his tail (and poop exit) helifted his legs... Marvin's just got his hormones kicking in tonight, Iguess! It was a first.
Now... knowing we're both male, is my rabbit gay? :shock:
( of course, I'm kidding about the gay thing... laugh.)
