What do I do?
He's terrified of it.
2006-12-28 06:14:02 · 9 answers · asked by kelsey 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Put the bunny in another room so the cat wont be able to see it. Or you can let the cat spend some time with the bunny so the cat can get used to it. Good Luck.
2006-12-28 06:23:45 · answer #1 · answered by babycakes 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't worry too much; this actually happens quite often. We assume that since cats are natural predators and rabbits are naturally prey animals, the cat will show aggression towards the rabbit. However, the opposite is often true in reality because cats and rabbits speak different languages.
Essentially, a cat sees a rabbit and thinks "hmmm, what's this little furry thing? I don't know. Oh well, as long as he doesn't cause any problems I'll leave him alone."
At the same time the rabbit sees the cat and thinks, "I don't know what this big thing is, but we need to figure out who's in charge here right away. I'll just let him know that I'm in charge."
So, when the rabbit approaches the cat, it's just like someone charging at you, shouting in a language that you don't understand. You then assume that this person is crazy and dangerous and you run away.
The solution is to supervise and limit the contact that your cat and rabbit have. Let your cat check out the rabbit while the rabbit is caged. You can even put their food on either side of the cage so that they can eat next to each other. Also rub one with a towel and wipe it on the other. That way they get used to each other's scents.
2006-12-28 14:32:18 · answer #2 · answered by CanineHeroTahoe 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
cats are natural preditors, and bunnies are naturally prey. That's hard wired into them. If your cat has tried to take on a full grown rabbit, it won't do it twice. Rabbits are rather formittable. If your bunny is agressive, this may also confuse kitty. bunnies are supposed to run away. my cat is a real hunter but is afraid of one particular sqirrel in our yard who charged at her once. Now she doesn't know how to act around it, so she runs away. this might not be the reason for your cat's behavior but if either of these things have happened, this well could be your cause. as for what to do about it, good luck there. i don't think i would push the issue, myself. if they are ging to be friends, they'll probably have to work that out in time ifthey are free to run in the same house.
2006-12-28 14:52:43 · answer #3 · answered by amosburnell 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well if kitty has claws, don't leave him alone with the bunny unsupervised. kitty could hurt bunny. maybe the cat just needs some time to adjust to the fact that he's not the king of the castle anymore. play with the bunny and kitty together while you're at home.
2006-12-28 14:23:05 · answer #4 · answered by Starry Eyes 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just put them around each other and they will get used to the other one!!!! You got an unusual cat though.... my cat would eat the bunny. Not be scared of it!!!
2006-12-28 14:22:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get rid of the bunny. My cat's afraid of the ceiling fan when it's turned on, so I just turn it on when she's not in the room, so she doesn't see it in that speeding up phase. The bunny's got to go.
2006-12-28 14:29:26 · answer #6 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
LOL, that's cute.....mine is trying to dog-herd my teacup chihuahua.....occasionally, she runs and hides or jumps to a higher place........maybe it's because it's never seen one???? could be.....Cats tend to be "scared-y cats" anyways.....mine are!!! Plus, bunny claws are sharp!!!
2006-12-28 14:22:22 · answer #7 · answered by candygrr1 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Talk to him, explain him that a little bunny can´t hurt him.
2006-12-28 14:19:54 · answer #8 · answered by JuanMa2828 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
give it away
2006-12-31 11:54:49 · answer #9 · answered by newyorkgirl_92 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋