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Rabbit - cat

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Question
My rabbit often chases my cat away specially when I'm playing with my cat.  He grunts while he's chasing.  Is he jealous?  When he eats from the cats bowl he doesn't chase the cat away first. He just sticks his head into the cat food.  He also seems to like the cat's favorite spots and poops there.

Answer
Hi Tom,
sounds like your rabbit is having territorial battles with your cat! This happens between males usually,but not always.  Your rabbit is trying to dominate your cat, if there isn't fighting,then theres no need to worry...the cat probably has no fear of being dominated therefore won't retaliate.  Good luck,Elizabeth