My rabbit escapes. Is she safe and why does her behavior change?

Question

My rabbit keeps running away from my house when i open my door and i normally lose her for days, then when she is back she acts like she doesnt remember my sister. Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | spayed | 11.02 lbs

Emi Knafo, DVM, DACZM · Accepted Answer

This sounds potentially quite dangerous as Bun Bun could suffer trauma or predation while out on her adventures. I would recommend keeping her in a rabbit enclosure or a closed room inside your house, especially when you’re leaving the house and not supervising her. She can free roam when you’re there to keep an eye on her, but if you’re opening the door to leave or having people over, she should be confined. This will prevent her running out the door again. As for not remembering your sister, she probably does but may still be on high alert from her outside events and may need some time to calm down and respond more normally to people. As a prey species, rabbits are always on high alert for dangers, and the chemicals in her body need some time to adjust to the change in scenario.

My rabbit escapes. Is she safe and why does her behavior change?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

What to do if my cat has a small hole with pus coming from its ear?

My hamster has a lump and dry skin. Does he need a vet?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

What should I feed my red-eared slider? So much conflicting info!

Why is my rabbit's bottom wet with urine and she has soft stool?

My green cheek conure's voice is raspy and sneezy. Should I worry?

Share