Rabbits are interesting pets that express their feelings through body language. They will not make a sound but will use their antics to catch your attention or express emotion. These lovable furballs have many antics up in their sleeves.
You may often find your rabbit coming up to you and nudging you with its head. It seems like a headbutt from your bunny. However, repeated headbutting can cause you confusion.
For example, you may think, are they hungry? Or, angry?
Why Does My Rabbit Headbutt Me?
So, what is the main cause? Read on to know more-
1. It may require some love
Rabbits use headbutting as a way to attract the attention of their owners. If you seem too busy and do not give enough attention to your rabbit, they will become anxious. It will reportedly headbutt you to get your attention.
So, if you find your rabbit approaching suddenly and give you a headbutt, be ready to shower them some love. You can also give them some much-needed grooming if they are headbutting you. A fee for pets and playing for some minutes will make your rabbit happy again. They will be satisfied and will love you more.
2. It is expressing its love and affection to you
Rabbits headbutting is another way of expressing their affection. Being curious and expressive creatures, rabbits do love to cuddle with you and share their love.
If it headbutts you repeatedly, it might want to express its love and gratitude towards you. Suppose you find your rabbits staring at you softly and gently headbutt you. Groom them. It will be a way to appreciate their love.
3. The rabbit is hungry
In some situations, rabbits also headbutt the owner if they are hungry. In some cases, they will ask you for a treat with a headbutt.
Rabbits can become hungry. Besides that, they also demand treats occasionally. Often rabbits use a headbutt for getting some foods and treats. If you find your rabbit doing this action, pet it first. If the rabbit continues to headbutt you, it is hungry. You can give them a fresh dose of grass hay or even some treats to shower them some love.
4. It is annoying
Rabbits can also resort to headbutting if they are annoyed. But, in this case, their headbutts will be forceful and hard. So, if you find your rabbit headbutting you with force, consider it as a warning. They are angry with you and want you to move from their path.
Such a gesture happens if you move their toys or sit in a place where the rabbit loves to play.
How to stop them?
Repeated headbutts can be stopped with some measures. You need to be careful and do not make the bunny sad while stopping them-
- Give your bunny a gentle pat, and it will stop after getting your attention.
- If you find your bunny headbutting you, gently place your hands on their head. They will stop eventually.
Final Words
Rabbits can headbutt their owners if they are hungry, need some attention or are annoyed. It is better to look at their body language carefully to deduce what they mean. Then, you can give them some grooming or a few treats to make them happy again.
