If you’ve ever tried bonding rabbits, you know it can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. Why is something that’s supposed to make rabbits happier so stressful? How do you know if a speed date is going well—or if you’re setting yourself up for disaster?
Enrichment for the Real World recently interviewed Thea Harting, a dedicated rabbit behavior expert with over 12 years of experience working with rescues and shelters. Thea has facilitated countless bunny speed dates and has a deep understanding of the subtle (and not-so-subtle) signals rabbits use to communicate. She shares practical, humane strategies to help you set up successful introductions and navigate the bonding process with confidence.
Whether you’re a first-time matchmaker or dealing with a tricky pairing, this episode is packed with invaluable insights to make bunny love connections smoother and less stressful—for both you and your rabbits!
Thea’s approach to rabbit bonding emphasizes agency, mutual consent, and enrichment.
In this episode, you’re going to hear Emily and Thea talk about:
- Bunny enrichment ideas
- What do bunny speed dating and dog park design have in common?
- You can’t be your own bun-havior consultant
- Why bunnies need our help
- Thea and Emily’s elevator pitch for why to adopt or foster bunnies
