Bunny Rabbits Eating Together

The way in which rabbits relate to each other is complex and very interesting to observe. They establish a kind of pecking order even if there is only two of them and this pecking order may also include the humans in the house. Relationships vary according to the age, sex and personality of the rabbits involved.

Rabbits are predisposed to living in groups and usually get along fine. However, it is crucial that all rabbits are de-sexed i.e. either neutered males or spayed females. Courtship and territorial behaviour are by far the biggest reasons for problems in rabbit bonding. Introductions should be carried out gradually at least a month after de-sexing to allow the hormones time to reduce.

The most straightforward relationship by far is neutered male and spayed female. In the wild, rabbits tend to pair up and live in couples within the larger hierarchy of the warren so this is the most natural pairing for domestic rabbits also.