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New Rabbit not friendly

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Question
When I fell in love with my lop eared bunny she was very calm at the pet store. I took her home and she scratches me when I try to hold her. She also runs away from me what can I do to get her to trust me. Also, will this get better or do you think it is a behavioral problem?

thank you

Answer
Hello Lenny, Thanks for choosing me to answer your question :-)

I'd guess she's about 5/6 months old now...right?

And almost certainly not spayed?

Best thing you can do for her is get her spayed, she'll calm down immensely.

Rabbits are not animals for holding and cuddling generally, although you do find the odd exception.

You'll need to go back to the beginning with your rabbit, and start the whole trust and taming process again.

Treats are a good way of getting your bun to come to you and allow you to stroke her

Hope this helps and please do come back if you need any more help or advice.

Let me know how you get on

Gem x