hi I just got my rabbit on friday and he was so quiet and didnt want to come near me.But now he is licking me on my feet and hand a countless number of times.Is this a sign that he likes me?
2007-02-20 11:00:48 · 16 answers · asked by BDHS 2011 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
It's more a sign that your rabbit is becoming accustomed to your presence, and likes your salty footsies! It;s a good sign tho, because many rabbits, take much much longer to become comfy enough with their owners like that. If you continue letting him near you and are looking for a sign that he genuinely likes you, you want to watch for something called "chinning".
Sounds weird, but it pretty much explains what it is.... When a bunny rubs the bottom of his or her chin on you, it releases hormones from the chin and onto you. This is odorless to humans, but to bunnies, it's claiming you as their territory, how cool is that?
The salt from your skin is also true. However, when you do choose to get a salt lick for him, look for one with added vitamins, they can't taste them, but help ensure his health. They look just like the little white salt wheels, but are a reddish-brown. Also remember to use the little hole that is in the middle to tie it off the ground if you decide to keep the salt lick in a cage. This will help keep it clean so your bunny likes it more, and avoids getting bunny feces and other nasty stuff on it!
You sound like you have a very sociable bunny, so I'm sure you'll see some silliness come out of him very soon and perhaps even the chinning!
2007-02-20 12:56:36 · answer #1 · answered by sweetnytmare 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well kinda. it takes a rabbit a day or 2 to get used 2 its new home before it will do any thing. mine wouldn't even eat until the next day!! but she is and was ok . or the licking could just be he is getting the salt from your skin. i suggest a salt and a mineral wheel. u can get them anywhere that sales per food and stuff like that for about 2$
it might like u but rabbits do not normally grow attatched to humans. good luck!!
RABBITS_ROCK!!!
2007-02-20 19:34:08 · answer #2 · answered by **Lizz** ♥ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is possible, but when my pets lick me it is usually after I have eaten or have been sweating. He may just be getting used to you and is starting to like you or you might just taste good to him today. Just so you know, rabbits can bite really hard so be careful. Believe me, I know.
2007-02-20 19:05:23 · answer #3 · answered by Kyle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah I think he likes you! But rabbits also lick because they need the salt that you have naturallt on your skin, so make sure you have bought him a salt-stone to have in his cage.
2007-02-20 19:06:19 · answer #4 · answered by loveless_sselevol 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes it certainly is a sign that it likes you. If any animal licks you it means they like you
2007-02-20 19:04:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Actually yes!they get sad and scared in the beginning but later on they learn to love you!
2007-02-20 19:06:22 · answer #6 · answered by d я э э α ☆ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but it could also be licking the salt off you.
Have you provided him witha salt lick?
2007-02-20 19:06:04 · answer #7 · answered by allyalexmch 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yeah he probably just needed time to get used to you and hiw new home
2007-02-20 19:04:32 · answer #8 · answered by Artsy-Fartsy-Momma 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since he has adjusted to home and you he probably feels more comfortable and likes you now.
2007-02-20 19:04:04 · answer #9 · answered by thefirehot1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes! he has just gotten used to u. Congrats!
2007-02-20 19:10:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋