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How can I make my aggressive bunny less aggressive and more loving?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 7 months old | 2 lbs

Is their a way to make my bunny less aggressive and a bit more lovey

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 15th, 2019

Hello. I would definitely consider neutering Bun Bun in case this is testosterone/sexually based aggression. If so, his attitude should improve over the next 4 weeks. This could also be aggression based on resource protection. Some rabbits become a bit aggressive when an owner is changing food or even putting out fresh hay or treats. A rabbit can perceive this as a threat to his "stash". But the easiest thing to do is neuter him, & of course, never reinforce his aggressive behavior ( some people will see this as cute & funny & inadvertently cheer the behavior on ). Good luck & thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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