Rabbits can be just as loving, affectionate, and loyal as a dog. It all depends on how much time you are willing to invest in gaining their trust and to form a bond with them. Once they bond to you, you are their special human and adore you and crave your attention and love. They are very routine animals as well so once you do something they will remember and expect it the same way every day. They are just such a unique and special pet that I have always enjoyed having. I will never go back to a dog. I love my bunbuns!
Yeah, I feel like they’re making bunny behaviour that should be considered normal into a strange thing, when really, this is just how they act when treated right.
Yes you are right! I used to have a female ginger coloured bunny named Honey" not just bc of her coat colour but her disposition! She was sweet and a cuddler! I was a kid I think 10? Anyway,bunnies are very lovable,& def another option, for anyone of ANY AGE to PLEASE ADOPT 😊 THANK YOU
TBF to the lady that said this rabbits are seen differently over in Australia. They’re seen more as dangerous pests due to their infestation severely damaging the ecology over there. It’s actually illegal to own a rabbit as a pet in Queensland so that could be why it was so weird to her.
@@KoltiraMemeweaver That's awesome but does it not chew up the walls and furniture? I heard rabbits are into that due to their continually growing teeth.
they rather being choosed by children, preferably girls, cause they seemingly fit better wirh them for their cuteness and Overall appearance. You may not expect grown men getting them all that much
@@covidgoaway6101 He used to be into walls until I got some blockers. I also sprayed those areas with vinegar(he hates the smell). He'd only bite where walls made a corner. He isn't into furniture unless it's wooden, so I sprayed chair legs down with vinegar too. Getting a loooot of chew toys also helped.
“She’s so well trained she’s more like a puppy than a bunny” 🙄 bunnies can be well trained anyway, anyone with a house bunny knows and those who don’t need to educate themselves that cats and dogs aren’t the only animals in the world. Love this bunny, gorgeous fluff.
@@welp5468 Yeah, the way she said that rubbed me the wrong way too. I didn't know how bonded and close you can be with a rabbit until I got my buck. Had him since he was a baby. He's my favorite 💜.
I think the reason for her baffled tone is because rabbits are a hugely problematic feral animal in Australia so a lot of people disapprove of having them as pets, same as cats. Not saying I agree, just contextualising. Also it's hilarious that they assume all puppies are well behaved 🤣 as with any animal, it depends on the amount of effort you put into their training.
That is so true. I had a budgie, and being a first time bird owner I picked up a book at the store explaining how to care for them. It said you can teach them to speak, but don't expect them to be able to learn more than a few simple words. He spoke in full sentences and had an amazing vocabulary that could match any parrot. I also decided to save a feeder mouse and keep him as a pet. Again, I did my research to better understand him. Apparently because they are not hand raised it said they could never be completely tamed, and would never allow you to pet them. The little guy I have now nearly falls asleep sitting in my hand while I scratch his head. And, I can assure you each and everyone one of them has had their own very unique personality. I never believe what I read anymore or put any limitations on what they can learn. The only thing that limits an animals potential is the lack of effort made by the person who adopts them to really understand them.
I used to have a rabbit called Smudge many years ago. He was abandoned on us and I could tell he was badly cared for by his previous owner. I gave him the best life I could and he was so happy. I had him for almost 2 years but he passed away before the age of 3 years old back in 2010. He was a wonderful character. He was cheeky and so cute. I love the name Smudge. Nice to see another bunny called Smudge
@@JaneAustenAteMyCat oh gosh im so sorry. I feel your heartbreak. My smudge died in 2010 a week before Christmas. I had his Christmas present under the tree too. It was awful. I felt like my heart had been ripped out of my chest. He was so special to me and he was my first rabbit.
Bunnies shouldn't be held in general since they feel like they've been caught by a predator. A bunny isn't a little chihuahua to carry around in your bag
My first pet was a white rabbit. He was totally cute and adorable -at least that's what I thought - until he munched onto my butt while I was squatting.
I think the contrast is what makes makes Bugs so good as a 'rabbit'. But there is some truth in how ornery rabbits can be, they tend to be nuisance animals for farmers and some of the public and they're tricksy to catch. That might have lead them to his tricksy behaviors, but his personality definitely seems to be a fun "big contrast" with rabbits. Rabbits are prey and easily scared, Bugs is this bigger-than-life unafraid disposition that makes us root for him and feel satisfied when we see the success of his tricky behaviors. I would guess he was designed alongside Elmer the hunter, because it's also fun to laugh at 'idiot' men who get outsmarted by a rabbit.
It's a bit sad that this is something so ''out of the ordinary''. I just see a normal rabbit over there. Rabbits do not belong in a cage; if you put your dog or cat in a cage all day it would do nothing either, they'll be depressed and angry. Rabbits need to free roam, and can be easily trained to do their needs in a sandbox like cats. Of course they can also be friendly and playful, and are capable of learning tricks and go on walks in their own way. The idea of rabbit = cage is so out of date! They are also very sociable animals so if you treat them well they'll bond with you, they do not do very well alone, so if you don't have enough time for it you should get two buns.
Unfortunately, that's not how a lot of people see it. Good thing this guy is spreading awareness! If people were just better educated, rabbits wouldn't have to live their lives in cages.
@jawaadthebest, we had a carrier for ours and he also liked to ride in my big truck. I'd put him on the bunk and aim the vent on him and he'd stretch out and ride like that.
@rasp berryboo Pets can replace friends easily. But I don't know about them being a date replacement. Maybe when you're sick of dating, you just want friendship with someone who won't pity you for being single. Plus you don't have to worry about attracting toxic/narcissistic friends when buying pets. Which usually happens after a break up with a person who has similar negative traits. Female Dr Phil is out! ✌🏽
@jawaadthebest Unfortunately not always as long as you would like and when you have bonded like that the loss is very hard on yourself and your grandchildren.
I love the Smudge videos. I wish everyone treated their bunnies this well. I brought my 4 lb white bunny, Billy everywhere. He loved the car, the beach, the park and hotels! House rabbits ARE just like dogs and cats...they need tons of affection, toys and lots of room to roam around! Hutches and cages are cruel. So happy you have posted this!
Oh smudge your adorable I'd love to cuddle you. I've a bunny right here who is special needs with seizures but he is so very loving and thinks he's a cat. Smudge your booootiful
@@ayla_i_think he doesn't have very good motor skills for lack of a better term like he falls over and trips on himself. He is extremely skiddish and scared of people except when you pet him he stays for pets. Now that I'm reading this I think he may just be in poor condition - we adopted him from a kill shelter and he was very weak when we first got him and had clearly never seen a vegetable in his life. I wonder if there's a way to help with his trauma
Rabbits don't belong in cramped hutches in the back garden just like birds don't belong in a cage. It's like a prison cell for them. Glad to see this sweetheart is free to roam 🥰❤
This is how these sweet little animals should be treated. Thank you for showing the world that any less than this level of love n care is not acceptable. They r amazing animals.
This warms my heart. Winnie would NEVER!!! But she loves to give me kisses and I have never had a rabbit do that before and I love it!! Wish you were close so Smudge could teach Winnie how to act normal in public🤣🤣
If I were you I would do some of my research bu watching the RU-vid channel 101 rabbits, it’s very informational and there are so many videos. I’ve been watching her for years and I trust her so much. She even has an online shop with AMAZING things. I got some treats and toys from her shop and my rabbit absolutely adores the treats AND toys
@@Soderberget I honestly don’t suggest getting TWO rabbits... they need a lot of attention and rabbits won’t always get along. Especially if you have never had one before! A bunny is a lot of fun to have tho :))))) Good luck!
Oh my goodness she is just impossibly cute!! Those paws kill me! 😭💕 I've never seen such a chilled relaxed and tolerant bunny before! She is super special 😍😌🐰💕
I have two twin Netherland dwarf buns, each is the size of my foot. One is snow white with blue eyes, and the other is mink coloured. Absolutely stunning. They are the best, most beautiful, breathtaking, and fun creatures on earth, bar none. I'd never ever want a dog or cat after having lived with these two angels. No cage, no pen, no dumping them in the backyard. They live in my house, eat blueberries, bananas, apples, and herbs to their hearts' desire, and every second of the day I fall in love with them all over again. God bless and protect all bunnies, best blessing of God ever.
Ahahah, 100% agree 🙌🏽✨🤣 I will say that I need to neuter mine (it’s very expensive and very few exotic vets here) and then I’ve heard all the unwanted behaviors like nipping and marking will stop 😍
Just irresistible bunny. I had a pet rabbit (dwarf chinchilla rabbit) similar to Smudge and she was such a sweet loving girl. She lived for 10 wonderful years. I loved watching her eat lettuce and her fav carrots. Rabbits are just as wonderful as dogs. God bless Smudge and her parents!
I’ve got 2 holland lop rabbits. Never in my wildest dreams would I have ever thought these 2 bundles of joy could melt my heart. I adore pet rabbits so much.
Rabbits are so affectionate when given the right care I hate how people think rabbits should be in hutches or cages they are easily litter trained like cats and are so energetic they need massive spaces to run free roaming is always the best
i had bunnies for years. i love them. they’re really fun to be around. mine lived loose in my fenced in yard. they never left the yard either. It was great coming home from work and being smothered by bunny kisses!
Smudge--what a great name! I love the sound of it even though I don't see how it applies to this beautiful bunny. I laughed when Smudge helped herself to your salad at the restaurant.
When you give your bunnies free roam of the garden or house, you'll see just how lovely their personalities can be, no animal is happy locked up in a cage. Also, rabbits are not for everyone, they prefer to sit by you and not on you, don't usually like to be handled and they very rarely worship the ground their owners walk on. It takes time and patience but they are genuinely one of the most loving and funniest animals!
@@victoriasmees5625 i think thats it - she does like to 'feel' things with her teeth. She sort of holds and presses around them then squeezes a bit if it feels nice, like the wood must! For some reason though, it's always the small phone end on the charging cord, not the larger usb plug end.
We also had a mini lop that was fund of computer wires along with the phone cord. He was taught to not go in the office. If he saw one of us in the office he'd sit in the doorway and watch. He even liked to ride in my big truck. On the bunk. He had toys but seemed to like my keys the most. And he loved to be petted and brushed. He was a real joy to be around.
Absolutely stinking adorable, I had a rabbit just like this with the long loop ears so precious I miss my rabbit so much. I wish I could get another one, but my daughter is allergic, y'all are so blessed to have her she's amazing.
“she’s so well trained she acts like a puppy more than a rabbit” rabbits are social animals who loved to be loved. stop pushing rabbits to be anything other than themselves and just take the time to learn more about them and how to interact with them properly
Dont ever shut em out !! You're thier new family...and they want nothing more than to be wiv you...but on thier level at first...get down on the floor hoomin ..and know your Bunny...Then the magic starts to happen...A Bunny is all about filling your life with Love xx
Yeah, we should try and turn animals into something that benefits us, instead of letting them be themselves. Rabbits are already paying a terrible price for such attitudes, lop eared rabbits like smudge are extremely prone to ear infections and dental issues.
@@Bork_Cruk and the way loads of them are kept is so unnatural just because it fits our lifestyle better (sterile homes, no digging, single buns, only pellets and hay...) :(
@mari Any time you are trying to select for particular traits, you are narrowing the gene pool. Lops suffer because they have lop ears, which is an inherent health issue. As are shorter faces. Of course you take a "better" approach to breeding. But as you say, the best thing would be to breed to an unrelated rabbit. What rabbit would be most unrelated? One of a totally different breed. That would broaden the gene pool, whereas trying to maintain particular traits inherently narrows it. It should be enough of a privilege to care for a rabbit and give it love, regardless of how cuddly, cute, obedient, etc. it is. Animals should not be consumer products.
@@mw-cy1zf Correct. Unfortunately it is better for rabbit health to be kept inside because in many countries now introduced diseases that are carried by mosquitoes and other vectors can kill them. Rabbits can live happily indoors, but it's a lot more work to provide them with an adequate environment where they can dig and chew and run. And as you say, they should have a rabbit companion! Some rabbits are better alone (just won't bond with any other rabbits), but most are much happier when bonded. I think hay is good, pellets are unnecessary unless the rabbit is losing weight. And fresh grass is superior to the leafy greens that humans eat.
I can absolutely see why she is “world famous!” Smudge is amazing...smart and talented, too. Thankfully, she has a good home and a great life! 👍 You both are so lucky to have found each other. Are all mini lop rabbits good as gold like her, or is she just special? 💜 No animals should be kept in cages.
Dont worry mines seem to have a preference for all my apple device charges... took me 5 iphone chargers and 2 macbook chargers to come up with a plan haha
I hate how they said 'is more like a puppy than a bunny' because often puppies are less well behaved than rabbits. Also he wasnt holding her the right way mist of the time😭 anyway I'm still glad shes free roam
Dear Smudgekins...I lost my 18 year old beloved panther cat in October 2020. It's been so painful sometimes I can't find words to speak...about anything or to anyone. Seeing see you reminds me so much of Bootee, he was 'squishy', so soft and so loving. I hope you are as loved as my cat was...and still is.
I have a bunny rabbit as well. Holland loop. He is deaf and can't hear a thing but I love him even more cause of that. He is a very special animal. All animals are. We don't find them. They find us and bond with us.
A rabbit need 80% hay and a little tiny bit of pellets and 1 cup of vegetables and 1 treat a day ( it do one treat every day to make sure she’s doesn’t have GI staysis) (idk if that’s how you spell it lol)
that rabbit licking its carers is all I need to see to know that rabbit is content and truly loves them when a rabbit grooms you by licking, you've made it !
Oh good to know! I had the sweetest little bun child who would lick us anytime he could, but he also would climb up and lick my entire face. ...Disgusting, but absolutely adorable.
@@CharlottevdVeen grooming/licking is a bunny's way of saying they love you...they usually do it each other, frequently mutual grooming to have a bunny lick you uncontrollably is a sign you are truly blessed...they love you unconditionally
@@kwanchan6745 Awwwww. I love bunnies so much lmao. He's been dead unfortunately though, for ...almost 3yrs now (sheesh), but I still miss him a lot, hahah. But he was special, even people who didn't like bunnies that visited liked this lil dude. :P (I guess people always say that about their kids/pets though *shrugs*)
We have had several of these adorable Holland Lops, one looks like smudge. One would open the screen door, run into the kitchen, and wait patiently for her graham cracker.
My american fuzzy lop, Totoro, is super affectionate, as much as Smudge appears to be. He free roams my home, sleeps in my bed, uses the litter box, and is a great pet. Rabbits are great companions if you give them a chance. They are a lot like cats though, very independent but snuggly if they trust you.
This bunny is totally alone... no other bunny around as it normally should be. That's be he is so "friendly" to humans... You always should have two bunnies.
Not necessarily. As long as you can provide enough time socializing with your bun during the day and they have adequate space to run and jump, then keeping a single bun is fine.
@@jessecaplan1202 There are different opinions on that. A human can't socialise with a bunny the way another bunny could and they feel more comfortable when there is always someone around.
amen to that. my first rabbit lost most interest in me after we got a second one, but I'm not complaining - their bond is amazing, they love each other and keep each other company, and are busy together. which means, I can enjoy my animals without giving them all of my free time. I mean, I miss the kisses, and cuddles with my bun, but I see that he is much happier with another bun
@Peaches The not social part is very rare tho. A lot of people just don't know that rabbits have to fight (a little) to establish a hierachy. They see two rabbits fighting and think "Oh no, thats bad. Better stop this right now. Guess my rabbit is just not social"
Just so everyone knows rabbits are prey animals. Meaning they get scared or “frozen with fear” when being picked up or put on their back as if getting picked up by a bird or other creature. No doubt this man loves this bunny but he should prolly do research before thinking this is cute. I feel for the bunny in those moments
