Netherland Dwarf

[Captain Swab]

I have aqquired a Netherland Dwarf rabbit, i have researched before getting her but just asking if anyone has any other tips on getting it used to human contact. Cheers.

[divegirl]

Hi, try discovering her favourite food....put a bowl full of foodstuff into her cage and see what she eats first, then try hand feeding her with this. Once you have gained her confidence in this way, you have made an excellent start. Next try holding her [you may need to wrap her in a towel for this....cos them babies can scratch!!!], talk to her and gently stroke her, behind the ears is always good. Always talk to her when you are nearby her cage and be persistant [not relentless] make sure that you have contact with her at least twice aday. All of this is dependant on the individual of course, some take to being handled better than others e.g some like to be groomed with a soft brush....some don't. One other thing, always make sure that your bunny knows you are going to pick her up....never surprise her by grabbing her from behind.....She'll think your a scary predator!!!!

Good luck, hope this helps.

Lisa x

[Captain Swab]

Thats brilliant, cheers me dear. =)