my rabbit spins around in circles

Question
when i go to pet my rabbit there are times that he spins around in a circle while im petting him. could you please tell me what that means.he just started doing it. thank you millie

Answer
Hi Millie

Rabbit behavior is very interesting and usually quite easy to understand once you know what to look for.  I am attaching a web-site about rabbit behavior.  Below is the highlighted section about circling

Circling: This often means it's time to be spayed or neutered. Circling is part of a rabbit's courting behavior and is sometimes accompanied by a soft honking or oinking. Circling can also be a way to ask for food or attention from human companions.

You should really read through this site.  You will find many interesting things that you may not have known about your bunny.


http://www.rabbit.org/chapters/san-diego/behavior/dothat.html

Thank you so much

Pam