Guys I REALLY need some support asap

**Husky_mom** · 02-16-2006, 12:19 PM

was she agressive before spaying her, if you sticked your hand in her cage??

**buttercup132** · 02-16-2006, 01:23 PM

yes. But my bunny group had convinced me to try a few methods with her , there all kinda teed off at me right now for saying that i might give her away.. but I can see why.
I'm in shock to what my mom just said! She said that I should get rid of her and I told her no and she said shes just a stupid animal! I cant belive my own mother just said that!! Well now I'm not speaking to her so tuff luck for her.

**Jods** · 02-16-2006, 01:41 PM

Sorry you might have to get rid of her. Maybe phone your vet and ask if there are any bunny rescues in your area. Someone might be able to help. I had a female bunny a long time ago and she was aggressive too. I have a male now and he is sweet as ever. I know Miss Hoppy's a girl and I don't think shes aggressive.Good luck with whatever you choose, but try to find her a home before resorting to euthanizing her. Maybe someone from PT lives in your area. Post in pet general.

**buttercup132** · 02-16-2006, 01:54 PM

I dont care what my mom says its not her bunny so she cant tell me to get rid of her. I decide on my own before that I might give her up but I have now decided not to.

**I_luv_rusty** · 02-16-2006, 02:18 PM

My old rabbit I had, Spring use to be mean like that, and bit your hand real hard, and make it bleed.

I don't have any advice but I know what you mean. I gave her away though, because she hardly got any exercise, and the lady would give her a way better life, she was rabbit crazy and had like 25 rabbits. (also a big yard for the bunny to go, and huge houses)

It was really hard the first few days I keep crying, because I missed her, but after a few days I realized she was having a better life. (the lady even sent me pictures) Good luck!

**BC_MoM** · 02-16-2006, 02:21 PM

Is it just a cage issue? Or is it all the time, even out of the cage?

I know almost nothing about rabbits.. but, is there any such thing like.. rabbit behaviourlists?

**buttercup132** · 02-16-2006, 02:24 PM

I WISH there was such thing Jesse but there isntBut I found out tis because shes a girl and even tho0ugh shes fixed shes still going to be a grump about her cage its very common in bunnies

**Lizzie** · 02-16-2006, 02:28 PM

I'm really glad that you are working on this issue and doing your best. How long ago was she spayed? I think it takes a while for the hormone balance to settle down. I agree with other posters that think putting your hand into her cage might be seen by her as aggresive and that drawing her out with treats might give you a better chance to interact with her and build up some trust between you.

**Husky_mom** · 02-16-2006, 02:20 PM

good for keeping her, maybe she feels threatened when you stick your hand in......perhaps try get her out with some treats or stick your hand with a treat so she relates something good (food) with your hand in her cage......maybe is a teritorial issue, but who knows i´m no rabbit expert but you can try that.........

**Samantha Puppy** · 02-16-2006, 03:29 PM

Originally Posted by buttercup132

I dont care what my mom says its not her bunny so she cant tell me to get rid of her.

Actually, if you're under 18 your mother most certainly CAN tell you what to do.

And I'd look around for rescues before I'd just euthanize an animal.

**My Peanuts** · 02-16-2006, 03:50 PM

You would just euthanize a pet for being aggressive? It's not like she is large enough to be life threatening and she hasn't been trained to fight like a dog fight dog. I'm sorry, but that just makes me mad. I have a very aggressive cockatiel. He draws blood and takes chunks out of my hand if I give him the chance. When I adopted him I already knew this and I knew I would work with him, which I do. Re-homing a pet because you can't provide the care and time it needs is one thing and I support that, but euthanizing her seems VERY extreme. Pets aren't just there to be cute and nice and then when they aren't anymore people just think it's ok to give up on them.

I'm sorry that you have to make this difficult decision, but please don't euthanize a pet you supposedly love unless it’s out of love like if she was sick. Re-home her or give her to a shelter that will find someone who can handle her.