How do you say hello in rabbit language?

Welcome, and as an FYI, rabbits say “hello” by going nose to nose just like cats do. And the one that lowers its head first so that its chin touches the ground thinks they're the boss.
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How do you greet a rabbit?

You can try twitching your nose at your rabbit, to tell them that you are interested and curious about them. Or you can try giving your head a little shake or jumping up and down to mimic a binky and tell your rabbit that you're happy. You can lay down near your rabbit to let them know that you trust them.
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How do you speak rabbit language?

How to Speak Rabbit
  1. Ears. Ears are like a rabbit's radar. ...
  2. Grunting. Grunts are often angry reactions to a human behavior or towards another rabbit and may be followed by scratching or biting. ...
  3. Tooth-clicking. ...
  4. Tooth-grinding. ...
  5. Honking. ...
  6. Circling. ...
  7. Mounting. ...
  8. Spraying.
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How do rabbits say I love you?

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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How do rabbits say hello to each other?

Grooming behaviors

Rabbits show affection for each other by grooming. Typically they will groom the forehead or ears of the other rabbit, but they will also groom other parts of the body sometimes. Grooming is a way that rabbits show that they care for the other's cleanliness and well-being.
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Why do bunnies lick you?

Licking: Licking is a way bunnies groom each other. If your bunny licks you, it's a sign of affection as you'll often see pairs of bunnies grooming each other this way. A bunny lick is a sign of a bond.
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Can rabbits hear you talk?

While rabbits cannot understand human language, they can be trained to understand what we say through gestures and verbal cues. Rabbits understand words using cues. These can be conscious cues, such as verbal commands and gestures. These can also be unconscious cues, such as body language and tone of voice.
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Do rabbits like to be kissed?

Many rabbits enjoy being kissed on the top of the head. Your rabbit will not kiss you back, but will return your affection in other ways. Licking is a key sign of affection from rabbits. You can teach a bonded rabbit to 'kiss' you with training.
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Why did my bunny pee on me?

Rabbits commonly spray urine to mark their territory. If your rabbit is urinating on you, he or she may be attempting to claim you as part of their territory!
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Can a rabbit hug you?

Many rabbits will also be happy to cuddle with you when you hug them on the ground, or they will hop into your lap and staying there for a while. However, rabbits can take a lot of time to trust people. They will not cuddle with you until you've taken the time to befriend them and prove you are a friend.
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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. You may also receive a couple of light nips from your rabbit. This is especially likely if your rabbit is grooming you around the seams of your clothing.
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Do rabbits understand the word no?

Rabbits are smart and can understand several words; two of the words he should be able to understand are his name and the word 'No'.
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Can my rabbit learn its 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 do rabbits show love?

5. Nudging, head butting or rubbing against you is rabbit body language for loving attention. 'Give them a stroke or cuddle, or what you know they enjoy', says Rosie. 'Rubbing their faces against you is a way of sharing their scent profile, and showing that you really are friends.
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How do bunnies flirt?

FLOPS, BINKIES, and TAIL FLICKS: these are all signs of happy, joyful rabbits. Tail flicks can be the hardest to see but they are the equivalent of the human female hair toss – a little happy flirty move that charms.
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How do I play with my bunny?

A game of bunny bowling will appeal to their mischievous side, as they take great delight in knocking things over. Set up some toy bowling pins and watch as your buns nose-bonk them all down. Some bunnies absolutely love picking up toys with their teeth and tossing them with a flick of their head.
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Why do rabbits touch you with their nose?

Rabbits explore their environment by sniffing and nudging. It may be a greeting or their first line of investigation. But nudging can also indicate a level of bossiness. Your rabbit might be telling you, “You're in my way!” They may also be trying to get your attention because you're not petting them.
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Do rabbits watch you?

Staring is very common in rabbits. It's likely your rabbit stares at you out of love and happiness, but they could also be hungry, or confused. Rabbits also have a transparent eyelid that they use while they sleep, which may make it seem like they are staring.
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Does your bunny know you love them?

Rabbits are social and intelligent creatures. They'll know that you love them; you just have to learn how to say “I love you!” in a way they'll understand. You can show your rabbit you love them by giving them gifts such as toys and yummy treats.
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How do bunnies show they are mad?

A rabbit who is angry will quickly twitch their tail up and down. Beware the rabbit holding their tail up, it is frequently followed by spraying. Rabbits who are not spayed and neutered will spread their scent by spraying everything in sight. They may also do this when they are upset or simply dislike a person.
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Do rabbits like you touching their ears?

Contrary to popular belief, most rabbits don't have very sensitive ears. While most rabbits aren't necessarily going to enjoy an ear massage, they don't mind when their ears are touched either. It's a neutral area for rabbits.
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Do rabbits like their bellies 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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Do rabbits like human attention?

Rabbits are very loving, social animals, which means they not only love to spend time with their humans – they require it. Without human interaction, rabbits can get bored, even to the point of becoming lonely and depressed.
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Do rabbits remember you?

Rabbits will remember the people that they spend a lot of time with, and this includes their owners and caretakers. As prey animals, they have neurologically developed with a strong long-term memory for places and routines. You can use these associations to help strengthen your rabbit's memory of you.
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Do rabbits watch you sleep?

While you're asleep, your bunny will stare at you. This is so they can warn you if something approaches. Don't be surprised if your rabbit reacts wildly if anything happens while you sleep. This, of course, means that a rabbit won't think twice about disturbing your sleep.
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