New bunny behaviour

Question
Hi Ms. Hernandez!

My partner and I just adopted two lop-eared, 11 week old rabbits (litter-mates). When we adopted them, we were informed that we had two males... However, the day after we got them home we noticed one mounting the other which we interrupted almost instantly. When we brought them for their vet check that afternoon, we were told that one was definitely male and the other was likely female but it couldn't be determined for certain. As such, in order to prevent any unwanted little ones, we have separated the two until they can be neutered/spayed in about a months time.

While at the vet, our likely female seemed extremely agitated although her check up was fine. Upon returning home, she hid in her house, so we left her there hoping she would calm down. Now, however, it has been almost 48 hours since her trip to the vet and she still is spending the vast majority of her time in her house (usually in the "bunny flop" position, laying down, or sitting right at the very back). She will, however, come out to eat and get some water.

We're wondering what our next action should be... Although she lives in a cage, the door is left open for the majority of the day... (she was taking advantage of this the first 24 hours). We're worried that this is as a result of either being mounted, the stress of relocating, the stress of being separated from her brother or, of the stress from the vet trip... As such, we are hesitant to schedule another check-up, in case it only aggravates the problem. The first day home she was, by far, the more adventurous of the pair so this sudden lethargy seems to be a turn around in her behavior.

Last night she was out of her cage for a few minutes once the household was quiet. However she seemed to spook when her brother hopped over towards her in his cage.

She is not exhibiting any other symptoms, her eyes and nose are clear, although she does groom and scratch more than her brother. She is also showing no sign of a head tilt or any change in her litterbox habits.

We are both first time bunny owners and would greatly appreciate your opinion on what might be the problem (if there is one?) and what we should do next.

Thank you for your time!

Leigh

PS as an added question, both bunnies are tan with dark brown markings and lop ears. They are supposed to be full sized (not giants) when they grow up. Would you happen to have any idea what breed they are? If they are total "mutts" that's perfectly fine since they're pet rabbits and won't be bred or shown.

Answer
Hi Leigh. Your bunnies sound to me like they are Mini Lops. It sounds like they have been moved around and had a lot of traveling time lately and I would guess that this is just catching up with your female. I think female rabbits always stress out over things more than males. As long as she is eating, drinking and relieving herself regularly I woundn't worry about it too much. Keep her world as quiet as you can for the next few days. Let her decide how busy or friendly she wants to be and she should come around. I don't really see any problems right now.:o) I do hope this is all it is and that you and your new little friends can have a good and lasting friendship.  Pat