Prerequisites for a successful introduction
Before attempting an introduction, the rabbits should be spayed or neutered, and you should wait for 4-6 weeks after the surgery before proceeding with the introduction. This delay both ensures proper healing and gives the hormones a chance to dissipate. This delay is especially important with a newly neutered male, as a male bunny can still be fertile for two weeks after neuter.
Many of the calls we receive are from well-meaning rabbit caregivers who bring a new rabbit home, put him with their existing rabbit, and think all will be fine. Sadly, these hasty introductions often result in serious harm or injury from biting, chasing, or other forms of attack.
In addition, rabbits are not quick to forget, so a bad fight could hinder future bonding success. Taking the time, reading up, and waiting for two spayed or neutered rabbits to be introduced will ensure you the best possible chance at a loving, bonded relationships.
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If you have a single rabbit and want to bond him or her to another rabbit, NMHRS will facilitate speed dates. With an approved application, your rabbit will meet any available singles in our foster care with an NMHRS volunteer facilitating the introductions. You will then take home the rabbit whose date went the best and continue the bonding process yourself. If it works, we finalize the adoption. If it doesn’t, you return the rabbit and do not need to pay the adoption fee.