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 Give Buns Time to Adjust to Their New Home
By the time you adopt a bunny and bring them home, they have been through a lot. Some have been abandoned in the streets, local parks, dumped in a box outside a pet store at night or left at a shelter. These are all scary situations for a bun. From there they get shuffled to rescue groups and foster homes until finally their happy day arrives when they are adopted. It can easily take a month or more for a bunny to begin to adapt and feel comfortable in its new home. Some will adapt sooner but many take longer; every situation is different. As the months pass you will begin to notice the bunny feeling more at home and the level of trust increase with you.
It is very important to be patient and allow the bun sufficient time to adjust to its new home. Some people get frustrated if the bun is skittish, acts timid and doesn't show affection right away. Moving into a new home is a big change for a bun who has been through so much already, so give them love but also allow them some space and quiet time to get used to their new world. They might be wondering how long they'll be there until they get shuffled to the next place. Consistency and routine help them feel more safe and secure, so how and when you greet them, petting sessions, meal time and play time should follow as much of a routine as possible.
Most of all, be patient. It will be worth it!
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