Can a rabbit sleep with you?

If your rabbit wants to sleep with you and can do so safely, it's fine. If you're prepared to risk losing sleep, sharing a bed with a rabbit will deepen your bond. Just remember that rabbits like routine. You can't share your bed some nights but not others.
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What does it mean when your bunny falls asleep on you?

They fall asleep next to you

If your rabbit falls asleep next to you you are very lucky, as they are incredibly comfortable being with you.
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Can you keep a pet rabbit in your bedroom?

Yes a rabbit can live happily in a bedroom size area. I know several devoted rabbit parents that have bunnies living in bedrooms. If the room is carpeted they can get traction to run REALLY! fast, they will have room to jump and stretch, they will (usually) jump up on the bed.
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Can rabbits get attached to their owners?

Rabbits do appear to become attached to one person once a bond has formed. The formation of this bond takes time, patience, and no small amount of work. However, an attachment requires a bit more time. New rabbits can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months to form an attachment to their owners.
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How do you get a rabbit to lay with you?

Key steps to get a rabbit to sleep with you include: making sure the room is free from noise, creating a small burrow in the bedding where they can lie, and engage in some gentle petting to get them relaxed and sleepy.
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Do bunnies like kisses?

Some rabbits enjoy being kissed. It's akin to being groomed, which is a source of pleasure. If your rabbit responds appropriately, it's safe to kiss her.
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How do you tell your rabbit loves you?

8 Ways Rabbits Say 'I Love You'
  1. Circling Your Feet. If your rabbit loves you and is happy to see you, it may zoom in circles around your feet. ...
  2. Chinning. Rabbits have scent glands under their chin. ...
  3. Grooming You. ...
  4. Flopping Down Close to You. ...
  5. Binkies. ...
  6. Sitting On Your Lap. ...
  7. Coming Over For Pets. ...
  8. Purring When You Pet Them.
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How do rabbits say thank you?

If you spend the time to pet them and give them a nice massage, your rabbit will thank you by licking your hand or your leg.
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Can rabbits miss you?

This means that yes, rabbits remember their owners. If rehomed, a rabbit may be confused and disoriented by new owners for a while. As rabbits enjoy routine, a rehomed rabbit will also miss a former owner. The expressions and reactions of a previous human will be comforting.
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Do rabbits like being talked to?

Why Do Rabbits Like Being Talked To? Rabbits like to be talked to as a result of their innate social nature and their intense underlying need to feel safe. As rabbits begin to trust with the sound of their caretaker's voice, they often associate this voice with love and protection and bond quickly with their owners.
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Should I lock my rabbit up at night?

Bunnies are often active long after humans retire for the night. This means they need to feel safe and secure. Leaving a rabbit to run free overnight is a bad idea for the following reasons: Rabbits chew everything in sight.
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Do rabbits get cold at night?

Rabbits are cold weather animals. They're highly temperature resistant, and can handle temperatures down to almost 30oF (-2oC). With a well-insulated hutch, they'll be fine even in near-freezing conditions. You can always check by measuring their temperature – which should be between 101-103oF (38-39.5oC).
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Can rabbits be left alone for 8 hours?

Rabbits are not particularly independent, so they can't be left on their own for more than two days. However, if it's just a weekend or a working day, we can make sure they get everything they need, so we can spend time away from home without worrying too much about their health.
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Do rabbits get jealous?

No matter how many bunnies you live with, they must be considered part of the family. If your rabbit doesn't feel like they're a priority, they'll become jealous. Jealous of each other, or your spouse or children. Rabbits demand attention, and will act out of they don't receive it.
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Do rabbits cry?

Rabbits cry when they are in pain, scared, or about to die. Also, baby rabbits (kits) cry when they are starving. Even though rabbits make crying noises, they don't produce any tears. If your rabbit's eyes are wet or weeping, she may have a dental disease, allergies, or an infection.
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Do bunnies know their name?

Pet rabbits do know their own names. Rabbits can learn to associate sounds with specific commands over time. This includes coming to an owner when you call its name. Rewarding a rabbit with treats, petting, or other consistent positive reinforcements will help it retain these commands in its memory.
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How does a rabbit show love?

Bunnies show affection by grooming, so if your rabbits gently nuzzle, lick, and perhaps even try to nibble you gently, they are showing you that they love and care for you. This is also a sign of submission. Sometimes your bunny will lick and nibble your clothing or a piece of nearby fabric instead of you.
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Why did my bunny pee on me?

Perhaps the main reason rabbits pee on you when you pick them up is because they are afraid of you. This is often because you have not yet earned their trust. It often happens when people rough-handle them especially when taking the rabbit out of their hutch.
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Do rabbits fart?

However, rabbits usually have a low-fiber diet, which is high in carbohydrates. This can lead to a gas build up (Known as GI stasis). So, rabbits do not only fart – but they have to do it in order to avoid a gas build up, which can be deadly to them if not treated on time.
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Do bunnies like their belly rubbed?

They also love getting a good back scratch around the shoulders. That said, they tend not to like being touched on the ears, neck, feet, stomach or tail.
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Are rabbits clingy?

It is natural for your rabbit to crave interaction with its own kind. Your rabbits will still want to be with you and show affection, but will not be so clingy when it has another bunny friend. Bonded rabbits also bring their own advantages to rabbit owners.
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