Would rally ike some help with my bunny

Question
Hi Andrea, i am having some problems with my rabbit. We got a bigger hutch for her about 2 week ago and this has seemed to upset her. I thought she would of settled in by now but she is showing no signs of doing so. She is not eating and it is really worrying me, iv tried giving her toys and lots of attention but nothing seems to be working. I was thinking about getting another rabbit as a play mate but not sure how she would react. Id really like your opinion on this i just dot know what else i can do. Thank you for your time

Answer
Hmmm, this could be a tough one.  There can be so much trial and error in finding what will help her feel more settled.

I had a rabbit do something like this after I adopted him and his bonded partner.  It felt like my vet and I tried everything but the kitchen sink to get him to eat normally.  It took him 3-4 weeks to feel settled enough to eat regularly.

First, I'll ask a question you've probably already noted, but I would feel remiss in my answer.  But before the new cage, was your bunny in good health?  Nothing seemed off?  Had the poops changed color or consistency?  Was she eating and drinking normally?  I just ask in case the timing in not eating is health related and not a stress reaction to the new hutch.

Have you tried giving her some fragrant greens like dill, mint, parsley?  Some rabbits find fragrant greens enticing and will give them a try.  

Also, dandelion greens may help entice her to eat.  And if she's developed any kind of mild gi upset from not eating, dandelion greens may help with the upset.

Also, my vet gave a vitamin mixture to give my rabbit's system a pick me up to entice him to eat.  I don't know all the mixture, I do know B12 was used.  It may not hurt to take her in and see if your vet may be inclined to do something similar.  Especially since not eating can cause a cascade of gi problems.  

One other thing I tried was wrapping a sheet around the cage for a few days to see if the helped my rabbit feel more secure about his new situation.

Another thing to try is using some Bach Rescue Remedy.  I've never tried it, but some people who have used the flower essence mixture think it helps for stressful and medical situations.  It might have a calming influence.  

In terms of getting a play mate.  It could help, or it might make her feel more stressed.  You know your rabbit best, and would have a better feel on how she may accept a friend.  If you do want to try it, it will work best if everyone has been fixed.  Also, it helps if you can get your new rabbit someplace where your girl can "pick out" her new friend.  Shelters, private individuals, or breeders may allow playdates for your rabbit and the possible new friend.  Playdates can really help the introduction process along.  

I hope something here works. I know how worrisome and frustrating it can be.

Good luck