9 Common Rabbit Behaviours Explained!-Rabbit Farming, Facts and Care

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Rabbits are complex little animals that are often misunderstood as they dont communicate vocally as much as cats and dogs do, and rely more on body language, facial expressions, and environmental interactions to convey their feelings. However, once you have a good grasp of what your rabbit is telling you, you all find that they have plenty to say!
Here is a little guide to help you understand common bunny behaviour and expressions of body language, so you can learn how to understand 'rabbit'.
1. Thumping
What they are saying: 'I'm angry, annoyed or scared.'
THUMP! We are all familiar with this part of rabbit behaviour .When they are angry or scared, rabbits use their muscular hind legs to drive their back feet into the ground, producing a loud noise. We think this serves to warn other rabbits of potential danger. Rabbits will also do it to convey annoyance, such as when their meals are late, after they've had their nails clipped, or when they are told off for doing something they should'nt.
2. Flicking their back feet
What they are saying: 'I'm upset'.
This behaviour means that your bunny is offended, upset or angry. This behaviour may arise after you've done something that your rabbit feels is a gross injustice, such as brushing or grooming out loose fur. You may have also said to another treat. They âll run away from you while flicking their back feet at you, then turn around, sit, and glare.
3. Grinding their teeth
What they are saying: 'I'm content. Or, my teeth hurt.'
'I'm content. Or, I âm painful.' - This behaviour is similar to purring in cats, where they can make that sound to convey comfort and happiness, or they may also do it when they are painful or uncomfortable.
4. Running with Jump and with an 8 direction-means your rabbit is so excited.
Your rabbit may be excited about a few different things. Many rabbits will do this around meal times, or if they see the treat container come out. Theyttht may also do this to new visitors to the home. Some rabbits will also make a honking noise at the same time. Rabbits that are not desexed may also be viewing the person as a potential partner, and that person may end up being sprayed with urine, have their ankles nipped, or their feet mounted! Another great reason why we strongly recommend desexing both male and female rabbits.
5. Rubbing their chin on things
What they are saying: 'MINE!'
This behaviour is similar to 'bunting' seen in cats. Bunnies have glands under their chin that they use to mark their territory. Rabbits can chin people, furniture, object, and food. You will often see rabbits chinning things in a new place, such as in a consultation room at the vets. It is very individual as to how much and how often a rabbit chins things. Some rabbits will chin everything, whereas some may be more picky as to what they want to chin.
6. 'Fainting'
What they are saying: 'I'm content!'
This one can be very alarming to new rabbit owners! Your rabbit might be zooming around one minute, then suddenly stop, and throw themselves on their side. Another name for this behaviour is the dead bunny flop. This is actually a great sign that your rabbit is happy and content, and also feels safe in their environment. Most rabbits will flop for up to several minutes, then sit up and slowly doze off, or do a bit of grooming. Some rabbits can flop very dramatically, and even accidentally do a barrel roll!
7. Binkying
What they are saying: 'I'm having a great time!'
Another sign of a happy and content rabbit is a binky. Rabbits binky suddenly, and may do it in the middle of a zoomie session. When binkying, a rabbit leaps high into the air, and may twist their bodies and kick their feet. They may also shake their head and ears.
8. Leaving droppings everywhere
What they are saying: 'I am marking my territory.'
If your bunny is having accidents, it is because they are marking their territory. This is normal during the first few days for a rabbit who isn't toilet trained but with some time and education, this will be reduced.
9. Growling and Lunging
What they are saying: 'Get outta my space!'
This is often a cage-guarding behaviour, and rabbits may lunge and growl when owners put their hands into their enclosure, go to pick up a food dish, or try to clean the litterbox. Rabbits may also do this if they dont want to be picked up, or when they completely insist about being left alone.
This is more common in rabbits that are not desexed, as their reproductive hormones increase the level of territorial behaviour and aggression. If your rabbit suddenly starts displaying this behaviour, consult your vet, as pain or discomfort may be an underlying cause.

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