Episode #52
# 52: Are Your Rabbits Bonded — Or Are They Just Coexisting?
Send us Fan Mail Rabbit Bonding: Beyond Coexistence — Show Notes Ever looked at your rabbits and thought "yep, they're bonded, they haven't fought in ages"? This episode dives into one of the most misunderstood aspects of rabbit bonding: the difference between coexisting and truly being bonded. In this episode: Why "they haven't fought" doesn't mean rabbits are actually bonded A cautionary tale from a client whose rabbits' bond broke shortly after coming home from a rescue How professional bonding services vary — and why speed isn't everything Why large spaces can make rabbits look bonded when they're really just avoiding each other How adjusting space (bigger or smaller) can reveal what's really going on between rabbits A case where changing space led to more communication — and a better outcome Why occasional friction and boundary-testing can be a good sign, not a bad one The risks of taking rabbits home from a bonder without a truly established relationship Why there's no fixed "number of days" formula for bonding The key question to ask instead of "are they fighting?": what relationship are they actually building? Why even rabbits that seem to "instantly click" should still go through the full bonding process Key takeaway: A quiet, peaceful pair isn't automatically a bonded pair. Look at the relationship being built — communication, boundaries, and hierarchy — not just the absence of fighting. Need Help Bonding Your Rabbits? Check out my website for free bonding resources, links to book a call and the bonding help options I offer - Fiona Murphy The Bunny Coach Because when bonding is done correctly, your rabbits can move from stress and conflict to a calm, happy partnership much faster . NOT BONDING AT THE MINUTE? Take a look at www.fionashappybunnyclub.com for enrichment, behaviour and care support from an expert! Subscribe to the Bunny Coach Podcast S ubscribe so you don’t miss future episodes and I would love if you could leave a review — it helps other bunny parents find us! The Bunny Coach Podcast helps you can create a calmer, happier life for your bunnies and a more peaceful home for you.
