Do rabbits like playing tag?
Tag. Some rabbits are very active and playful and love the chance to play a little bit of rabbit tag. Sometimes a rabbit will come up and nudge you and then run away again.
Is my rabbit playing or fighting with me?
Fighting will seem like an impulsive, instant and deliberate attack which may often aim for the face, underside or genitals. Little nips followed by a jump back is one such way in which rabbits play. Whether fighting or playing, rabbits will exhibit behaviours that may give out cues for you to know and understand.
What games do bunnies like to play?
Rabbits like to hop around, play and forage. Scatter food around their secure run and let them search it out. Mix some yummy nuggets in with their feeding hay so they have to forage for them.
Is it OK to chase my rabbit?
Chasing is a standard behavior that you will see during bonding. You may see it occasionally after your rabbits are a happy bonded pair too. Chasing looks a little bit scary to watch if you are new to bonding. However, it’s not necessarily a bad thing.
What does it mean when a bunny digs on you?
This is regularly done as a form of communication. A rabbit may dig on its owner because it is feeling anxious, wants to play, wants to be left alone, is demanding pets or attention, or is bored. Understanding why your rabbit digs on you will allow you to better understand ‘rabbit speak’.
How do you know if your bunny likes you?
Nudging, head butting or rubbing against you is rabbit body language for loving attention. ‘Give them a stroke or cuddle, or what you know they enjoy’, says Rosie. ‘Rubbing their faces against you is a way of sharing their scent profile, and showing that you really are friends.
Why do rabbits lunge at you?
The rabbit may also be very aggressive and lunge at people who enter their territory to try to get any intruders to go away. Often times with rabbits, lunging is a warning. They don’t want to hurt you, but they are letting you know they could if you don’t back off.
Why do rabbits stare at you?
If your rabbit lies down and stares at you, they’re feeling relaxed. If your rabbit stands on their hind legs and stares at you, they want your attention. This position is also linked to begging for food. If your rabbit stares at you with ears erect and nose twitching, something has their attention.
Do rabbits smile?
A happy bunny loves and looks forward to eating. There is nothing cuter than seeing your furry friend eat. When your bunny eats, it almost looks like they have a smile while eating. If your bunny runs off with his/her food, it means they are so happy and excited that they can’t contain themselves.
Do bunnies like their belly rubbed?
They also love getting a good back scratch around the shoulders. That said, they tend not to like being touched on the ears, neck, feet, stomach or tail.
How do you know if a rabbit is looking at you?
The most significant visual cue that accompanies rabbit gazing is the position of a bunny’s ears. These are every bit as expressive as the tail of a dog or cat. If your rabbit lies down and stares at you, they’re feeling relaxed. If your rabbit stands on their hind legs and stares at you, they want your attention.