New Rabbit (?)

[missyscove]

BSAR wrote:

I really want babies, especially mixed breds because you never know what color you are going to get. But they are also a bit harder to sell, and it will increase the population of mixes. I do know that mixes are the most popular and favorite rabbits but so many people are already breeding them so I don't need to.

When you say they are the most popular and favorite rabbits, I'm curious as to what experiences you've had that have given you that impression. I know the majority of rabbits in our shelter are mixed breed rabbits, but I think most people I've spoken to would rather adopt a pure bred rabbit, all other factors (price, age, sex, size, etc) the same, if given the option.

 

[Becca]

pumpkinandwhiskersmom wrote:

That's a really well-worded letter. I think you made a really good, responsible decision. Thanks for sharing your experiences in this matter. Have you decided to adopt from a shelter? We got both of our buns through adoption, and it is the best thing ever, IMHO. We've never regretted adopting.

Thanks, I do like writing letters. I think before we adopt (if mum decides to say yes) we need to get Dippy neutered definetly and maybe Fluffball spayed as well with any luck. Then hopefully the new rabbit can move in with Dippy and when Fluffballs spayed we will take away the divider in the cage (after 6 weeks ) and they can all live together like a happy bunny family!

 

[delusional]

Hi Becca

First of all I'm really glad you're being responsible about this whole thing.

Just so you are aware, when you say...

'the new rabbit can move in with Dippy and when Fluffballs spayed we will take away the divider in the cage (after 6 weeks ) and they can all live together like a happy bunny family!'

...bonding bunnies can be a long process, and chances are this new rabbit will not be able to just 'move in' with Dippy. Whilst bonding pairs can be a hard process (and don't get me wrong, sometimes people do get a 'love at first sight' situation, and just look at Ali (JadeIcing) who is the queen of bonding!) bonding three rabbits together can be even harder. If you manage to bond the new bunny to Dippy, be aware that trying to bond them both to Fluffball may result in those two falling out, or Fluffball may not bond to the pair.

I'm not trying to discourage you from adopting a shelter bun in any way! I'm just saying that I think it'll be a bit more than a case of 'taking the divider away' when Fluffball is spayed. :?

 

[pinksalamander]

Thats great that you are going to get another bunny!

The only thing i would say is, i'd wait until you can get your two current bunnies fixed. Then you can pair them up and remove the divider so they can live together. Then i would buy your secondary hutch and move a pair in. You can ask a rescue to pair two bunnies you like. It would be nice to pair Dippy and Fluffball.

Fran :hearts :brownbunny

 

[Luv-bunniz]

delusional wrote:

Hi Becca

First of all I'm really glad you're being responsible about this whole thing.

Just so you are aware, when you say...

'the new rabbit can move in with Dippy and when Fluffballs spayed we will take away the divider in the cage (after 6 weeks ) and they can all live together like a happy bunny family!'

...bonding bunnies can be a long process, and chances are this new rabbit will not be able to just 'move in' with Dippy. Whilst bonding pairs can be a hard process (and don't get me wrong, sometimes people do get a 'love at first sight' situation, and just look at Ali (JadeIcing) who is the queen of bonding!) bonding three rabbits together can be even harder. If you manage to bond the new bunny to Dippy, be aware that trying to bond them both to Fluffball may result in those two falling out, or Fluffball may not bond to the pair.

I'm not trying to discourage you from adopting a shelter bun in any way! I'm just saying that I think it'll be a bit more than a case of 'taking the divider away' when Fluffball is spayed. :?

Agreed - I think it would be better if you wanted another rabbit to adopt a pair, put them in another hutch, and get Dippy and Fluffball neutered so they can live together.

 

[pinksalamander]

And what about Nibbles too? I always forget you have a third rabbit! I'd definatley get all fixed, get Dippy done first because it takes a while for his neuter to be effective, then get Fluffball done. About a 1-2 weeks after she is done you can start introducing them.

Fran :hearts :brownbunny

 

[Luv-bunniz]

pinksalamander wrote:

And what about Nibbles too? I always forget you have a third rabbit! I'd definatley get all fixed, get Dippy done first because it takes a while for his neuter to be effective, then get Fluffball done. About a 1-2 weeks after she is done you can start introducing them.

Fran :hearts :brownbunny

Oh yeah, if you wanted a trio you could get all 3 neutered (or, at least the two boys) and try bond them

 

[BSAR]

missyscove wrote:

BSAR wrote:

I really want babies, especially mixed breds because you never know what color you are going to get. But they are also a bit harder to sell, and it will increase the population of mixes. I do know that mixes are the most popular and favorite rabbits but so many people are already breeding them so I don't need to.

When you say they are the most popular and favorite rabbits, I'm curious as to what experiences you've had that have given you that impression. I know the majority of rabbits in our shelter are mixed breed rabbits, but I think most people I've spoken to would rather adopt a pure bred rabbit, all other factors (price, age, sex, size, etc) the same, if given the option.

Well I found out when doing a research project for school. A few websites had lists of favorite and most popular breeds for kids or people who want them as pets. And Mixed breed rabbits were the best pet bunny for kids.

 

[pinksalamander]

I agree, i know not in a breeder sense, but in a pet sense (which is what i would think most bunnies are bought/rescued for) that mixed breeds are the most popular.

Is Nibbles a boy or a girl? You could bond Dippy and Fluffball and then adopt a second bunny to go with Nibbles.

Fran :hearts :brownbunny