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🐰 DID YOU WIN THE RABBIT LOTTERY?
Why some “instant bonds” aren’t actually secure bonds

In this episode, we’re talking about one of the biggest misconceptions in rabbit bonding: the “instant bond.”

Some rabbits appear to fall in love immediately. No fighting. No drama. No stressful bonding sessions. It can feel like you’ve completely skipped the hard part.

But… is that always a true bond?

In this episode, I explore:

• The difference between coexistence and genuine bonding
• Why some rabbits seem fine in large spaces but fight in carriers or pens
• What rabbits still need to learn, even when they “get along”
• The role hierarchy and communication play in long-term bond success
• Why unresolved dynamics can show up weeks or even months later
• The subtle signs that a bond may not actually feel secure to the rabbits
• Why “they seem fine” isn’t always enough
• How to create a bond that feels stable, safe, and trustworthy long term

I also share a real-life example of a pair who appeared bonded on the surface, but whose behaviour suggested the hierarchy still hadn’t been resolved.

Because while instant bonds do happen — and sometimes you really have won the rabbit lottery — a secure bond is still something that needs to be built intentionally.

This episode is for you if:
🐇 Your rabbits seemed to bond immediately
🐇 Your rabbits only fight in small spaces
🐇 You’re unsure whether your rabbits are truly bonded
🐇 You want a safer, more stable long-term relationship between your rabbits

A bond shouldn’t just “look fine.”
It should feel secure for the rabbits too.

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Check out my website for free bonding resources, links to book a call and the bonding help options I offer - Fiona Murphy The Bunny Coach

Because when bonding is done correctly, your rabbits can move from stress and conflict to a calm, happy partnership much faster.

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