Can rabbits see the TV?

Rabbits do not understand the dialogue or narrative of a TV program. Their brains are just stimulated by the combination of sound and vision. A rabbit slips into a trance-like state when watching the right TV show.
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Is it OK for rabbits to watch TV?

Just like us, rabbits can get bored quite easily so need lots of stimulation and changes to their environment. And also just like us, they like to watch TV!
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Are rabbits sensitive to TV noise?

How Do Rabbits Show Fear? Rabbits are highly sensitive to thunder, loud bangs from fireworks, and very noisy children. They're also likely to run away when you turn on your hoover.
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Do rabbits recognize their owner?

Is it surprising? Yes, rabbits can know their owners from face features, smell, and even from your voice. These creatures can be great friends. They remember you for a long time, even without seeing your face for years.
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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 names?

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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Should I leave the TV on for my rabbit?

Rabbits have excellent hearing, so a loud TV can hurt their ears. You can leave the TV on while out. This way, your rabbit will some 'company. ' But television is no substitute for personal attention, so you should never ignore your pet just because the TV is on.
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What do rabbits do when bored?

Signs that your rabbit might be bored

Rabbits might start chewing things that they shouldn't, destroying their pen, or trying to dig out. They might also start to over-groom themselves to give them something to do.
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Do bunnies feel sad?

While rabbits don't get psychological depression in the same way as humans, their behaviour can become subdued when they are ill or kept under stressful conditions. A change in your rabbit's behaviour can indicate many things: They're lonely. They're in pain or sick.
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Do bunnies like mirrors?

Rabbits do not recognize their own reflections. When your rabbit sees a mirror, she will believe it's another rabbit. According to Animal Welfare, most single rabbits take pleasure from mirrors.
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Do rabbits have good memory?

Spend a lot of time with your rabbits, respecting them and learning to understand their body language. Rabbits have very good memories. They possess what I call orientation memory. Our first rabbit had been in the house only a couple days when we began to feel sorry for her because we kept her in a cage.
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Do rabbits like music?

Many rabbits love listening to music and some are even known to binky when their favorite tunes are on.
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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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Do rabbits get bored?

If rabbits live in small hutches with nothing to do and no space to move, they get bored. Boredom can cause some serious health problems: Bored rabbits will fill their time by eating. If they eat too much and don't move around they'll put on weight.
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Are bunnies smart?

Rabbits may not have a reputation for being intelligent animals, but the truth is, pet rabbits are very clever. They are capable of learning tricks, solving puzzles, and they can even learn a handful of words, making them wonderful companions.
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Can I give my rabbit a stuffed animal?

Yes, because rabbits love playing with stuffed toys.
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Is cardboard okay for rabbits?

As long as the cardboard has no coating or ink, it's non-toxic and safe for rabbits to chew on. However, even plain cardboard can be bad for rabbits' digestion if they consume too much. Excessive amounts of cardboard can cause intestinal blockages.
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How do I keep my bunny busy?

Unwanted Cardboard boxes and newspaper always make fun toys. Cut rabbit sized holes in two sides of a large cardboard box, then at the bottom fill with scrunched up newspaper, hay or anything rummage-worthy. Your rabbit can burrow through, searching for perhaps a few treats amongst it all.
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Do rabbits like darkness?

Rabbits need a contrast of light and darkness. A rabbit that lives in constant light can experience stress. In addition, their eyes can be damaged, and they'll gain weight. Provide a dark area for your bunny to sleep and relax within.
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Do rabbits get lonely at night?

Recognizing a Lonely Bunny. Expect your rabbit to be lonely. In the wild, it would be with other rabbits 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you only have one rabbit, you can give it some companionship, but it will still be lonely at night or when you are away at work.
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What do bunnies hear?

Rabbits can detect noises of up to 49,000Hz, which is well beyond what humans can hear. Even dogs can only hear up to 45,000Hz. The hearing range of rabbits is, on average, between 96Hz-49,000Hz, and these sounds can be detected from up to 1.8 miles away.
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Do 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 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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How do I know if my rabbit is happy?

You will know if your rabbit is happy because they will:
  1. Lie down with a relaxed body.
  2. Lie down with a stretched body, still relaxed.
  3. Lie down with a fully extended body, still relaxed.
  4. Jumping into the air all 4 paws off the ground.
  5. Have a healthy appetite.
  6. Calm and quiet.
  7. Inquisitive.
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