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rabbit is shy

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Question
hi we just got a 8 week old male mini lop rabbit 4 days ago. He is shy if we pick him him up he is ok but on the floor out of his cage he does not come up to us or let us pet him he runs away is this because he needs to be neutered? or just because he is still settling in?

Answer
Dear Mel,

As a prey species, your rabbit is naturally shy.  Please read this for tips on how to win his trust:

www.bio.miami.edu/hare/shybun.html

and go here for all the best information on proper care, feeding and housing:

www.rabbit.org/

Hope this helps.  Good luck with your new pal!

Dana