My rabit jumps around when I get close... is it...hmmm...he's afraid?
He's in a cage... and... He's quite afraid of things that he's never seen. I'm not sure what causes that... can anyone give me some opinion?
2006-07-14 06:15:31 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
I got him from a friend yesterday.
2006-07-14 06:28:25 · update #1
He's quite timid, according to my friend. Maybe he doesnt like me to clean his cage... of course he has alot of poo....but I have to clean his cave... but I clean his cave almost everyday. I don't think he like someone to clean his cave everyday. Maybe once a week. I'll try that in the future.
2006-07-14 06:34:19 · update #2
Where is his cage: His cage is in front of a mirror -.-!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I always tell my mom NOT to put him in front of a mirror... but she said he'll feel better that way...
2006-07-14 06:41:37 · update #3
He could be afraid, he could be excited, or he could be territorial.
How long have you had him? How old is he? Is he neutered?
If he's new, he could still be afraid of you and you should try opening the door of his cage and sitting in front of it, allowing him to come out and see you on his own terms. Give him some treats when he comes to see you (not too many, and make sure they're healthy ones).
If you've had him for awhile and he's really social he could just be happy that you're there to see him and wants to come out.
If he isn't neutered, and is at rabbit puberty, lol, or older, he could be territorial and doesn't want anyone in/near his cage because he sees that as his home. If this is the case, you should do the same with him as I said above about if he is new.
If he is afraid, which is quite possible, check some stuff. Where is his cage? It should be near where people usually are, just not too close to the TV or speakers. They'll benefit from human interaction, instead of being in a child's bedroom or basement. If he's stuck in an empty room most of the time, it'll take longer for it to grow out of it's fear of people. Also make sure it's a big enough cage, and that it has plenty of places for the rabbit to sleep or hide in case it feels threatened. This will help it feel secure.
2006-07-14 06:25:21 · answer #1 · answered by Right On 4 · 4⤊ 3⤋
Your rabit sounds as if its a bit scared of the the world around it as most young animals are. Try and spend more time with the rabbit rather than leaving it alone. Try taking your rabbit out of the cage at twice a day to give him a chance to burn off some of this extra energy! Make sure your rabbit has fresh water and food every day. If nothing changes within a couple of weeks consult a vet.
2006-07-14 06:22:24 · answer #2 · answered by Alexandra 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off, don't turn him loose!!! People who say stuff like that, although good intentioned, have no idea what they are talking about. Unless you want your rabbit to be doggy chow, don't turn him loose.
Here are a couple tips for helping him to calm down. First, put a radio close to his pen and leave it on most of the time. If it is quiet all the time, the rabbit will get scared whenever it hears a sudden noise. Rabbits get excited at sudden noises or movements. They are used to being prey, so it's part of their nature. By using the radio, there won't really be sudden noises for him and he'll get used to the sound.
Second, take him out of his pen and pet him. He'll be scared, but you want to take him out of his pen when you pet him. Pet him between his eyes. This will calm him down and he will kind of act like he's in a trance. Start eventually working towards where you pet him in his pen on a regular basis.
2006-07-14 07:13:35 · answer #3 · answered by devilishblueyes 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to give him time to get used to you and his new surroundings. And whatever you do do not set him loose in the wild like some other people are suggesting. Tame rabbits won't make it very long because they have no knowledge of the predators. Give him time and he will warm up to you.
2006-07-15 06:14:17 · answer #4 · answered by santana84_02 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The rabbit is probably nervous. The best way to overcome this is for you to stay calm. If you get angry or move suddenly, it will startle the rabbit. If he doesn't let you pick him up, then pet him gently and speak to him in a calm voice. This may take time, but eventually, he will probably let you pick him up. Then, hold him and pet him gently until he get used to this. Good luck!
2006-07-14 06:35:27 · answer #5 · answered by chemistrykendall 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How previous is your rabbit? If he's about 3-4 months previous, then it sounds to me as if he's hit puberty. this may be widespread habit round that age. even if, the undesirable scent & replace in feces concerns me. it will be an infection, or that his nutritional desires at the prompt are not being met. Please contact your vet.
2016-12-10 09:37:04 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just give him time. The first day I got my rabbit he was nervous and sacred because he didn't know who the heck I was or where he was at. Give him a week or two and will be the best pet you have ever had.
2006-07-14 06:32:57 · answer #7 · answered by bec7bear 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What kind of jumping is he doing? try these websites to see what he's trying to tell you. You can litter box train rabbits. Instructions are found at the House Rabbit Society website.
2006-07-14 06:22:29 · answer #8 · answered by sugarcarat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A rabbit in a cage? How horrible!
2006-07-14 06:18:41 · answer #9 · answered by partydudette52 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take him out the cage he is in the house what you ned him in the cage for my chiauaua runs around the house i never let him stay chained up
2006-07-14 06:20:02 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋