Sadly, one of my rabbits died yesterday morning. Now the one I have, Penelope [who is usually pretty hyper and active] just goes to sit in spots where my other rabbit used to stay a lot. When I went to find her she was in her cage and sitting where his body was. [..she usually sits in the opposite corner.] and then later she went to go just stay in a corner next to a TV where my other one ALWAYS stayed.
She just..sits there with a blank look. When I call her she ignores me sometimes..but then other times she hops over.
): Is she just mourning [because I heard rabbits do that when they lose a companion] or...is..something else wrong?
I just don't want to take any risks and lose her too. ):
2007-08-09 04:29:40 · 7 answers · asked by Rick 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
OH..and..could anyone help me identify what breed of rabbit she is?
http://s136.photobucket.com/albums/q196/Rixilol/?action=view¤t=pene.jpg
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q196/Rixilol/f00d.jpg
http://s136.photobucket.com/albums/q196/Rixilol/?action=view¤t=bunnay.jpg
They're kinda bad pictures..[she's camera shy]
2007-08-09 04:31:19 · update #1
Yes, rabbits like other animals can mourn. I've seen cattle and dogs do it. If they can, rabbits can.
As far as the breed, it looks like the Broken variety of Rex or Mini Rex. A Mini Rex looks just like a Rex except that it is smaller. The coloring on the fur and the shape of the head makes me think it is a Rex or Mini Rex or at least has one of those two breeds in the ancestry. It may however be a mixed breed. The fur does look a little on the long side for a Rex or Mini Rex. Rex and Mini Rex fur is shorter than normal rabbit fur and has almost a velvelt feel when you run your hand over it. The rabbit looks like it is pretty young from the pictures. When rabbits are young, many of them have a coat of fur that looks "cottony". The fur on your rabbit looks cottony.
Some other people mentioned Dwarfs and Dutch. It definitely is not a Dutch. Neither is it a Dwarf. The term Dwarf is normally used to refer to a Netherland Dwarf. Netherland Dwarfs have a completely different shape of head and body. Many pet shops WRONGLY call almost any small rabbit a Dwarf. That is because the pet shops often know little to nothing about rabbits.
2007-08-09 06:21:40 · answer #1 · answered by devilishblueyes 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rabbits hate to be alone so I'd suggest either getting a new one or perhaps a cuddly toy?
The breed of your rabbit is a little more difficult, it is almost certainly a mixture, most pet rabbits are.
On a final note - keep a close eye on her over the next weeks, animals in mourning can do strange things, not eating, over-grooming and eating strange things are all common, if she appears to be losing weight or otherwise ill then take her to a vet immediately.
2007-08-09 12:17:59 · answer #2 · answered by Holly W 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, your Bunny is grieving the loss of her partner. You will need to give her some time to get over her loss. Pay special attention to her and make sure she is eating and drinking. Spend a lot of time with her. Some bunnies who are grieving don't eat, become despondent and can end up ill.
Allow Penelope to grieve. Let her come to terms with the loss of her partner before you try to introduce another bunny. If you try to introduce a new bunny too soon, Penelope may attack the new bunny. This is common.
Each bunny has its own way of grieving (depending on the depth of the bond). Some look for their lost partner others become destructive and angry.
Lots and lots of attention, soft talking and some toys will help get Penelope through this. Once she is over it, then consider a new partner for her.
I am so sorry to both of you. Losing a bunny can be just horrible.
2007-08-10 00:13:49 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your rabbit is mourning her lose. You may want to try getting a new rabbit. Or if you don't want another one, just give her time and hold her and give her alot of attention. Then it will ease the pain of her lose.
Oh and by the way you rabbit is a Dwarf Rabbit.
I have one that looks exactly like her, that's deffinetly a Dwarf.
2007-08-09 11:50:11 · answer #4 · answered by A$HL3Y! 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Contrary to what many say I believe animals can mourn when another one does, unless of course you had a fish or something. If theres any evidence of this Im not sure but just be sure to give love and attention to the remaining rabbit
2007-08-09 11:37:35 · answer #5 · answered by marm212 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think your bunny is in mourning. She should be fine in a few days hopefully. Other wise can you get her a new companion? That is what I would do.
I looked at your pictures, very cute bunny. She is a short hair dwarf domestic bunny. The other one is cute too, the tan one. I take it that is the one you lost? I had 2 of those same kind as your tan one Dwarf Dutch.
2007-08-09 12:18:20 · answer #6 · answered by feathermree 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes your rabbit is in mourning. Hopefully the
pain will pass. As for identification of your rabbit try
www.nationalgeographic.com.
2007-08-09 11:38:40 · answer #7 · answered by Precious Gem 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋