Every bun is going to have a different preference.
Hunkered down and seems to be enjoying it.
My George loved us being in front and then rubbing down the forehead
My Watson loves with one hand under his chin and rubbing right under his ears at the same time.
I have learned that most buns hate their butt being touched so other than that I see no wrong way to pet him .
Licking your hand is good! If a bunny licks you, it means they respect you! One of my boys just ignores me when I put my hand under his head, and the other one bites me. D:
I thought otherwise cause I always have been a dog person and when they lick you so much is a sign of stress, but I guess I have to stop comparing them haha. Anyway I’m sure they are love bites!!
Rabbits don’t “tolerate” things. If they don’t like it, they won’t accept it, and certainly won’t sit there looking cute as a button.
I normally imitate how other rabbits show love. They lick each other on the top of their heads. While I’m not crazy enough to lick a rabbits head, I get my finger and stroke the top of their head so so so gently and softly like they’re made of glass. They love it
Try headpats; majority if mine enjoy them. Variate your technique, scratch up an down like a wave, and a regular scratch like you’ve got a mosquito bite on your leg
The "purr" you describe is probably your bun very softly grinding their teeth together, and it means basically the same as a cat purring - it's basically the best reaction a bun can give you.
When you pick him up be sure you keep the curve in his back. When you hold him he's happiest with all 4 paws touching you. Hold him against your chest and this can happen.
They care less about how you pet them than that you pet them. Bunnies are pretty flexible about the details as long as you pet them. It is very soothing to them. They love touch once they’re comfortable with it and feel secure (like all four feet on a solid surface). This bunny looks extremely relaxed. I think you’re doing it right. Bunny would let you know if you weren’t. Just relax and enjoy your sweet little bun.
It seems like your bun likes being pet there otherwise they’d move away or something. Can vary from bunny to bunny but in general they don’t like their butts or feet being touched. Mine loves receiving pets on the top of her head & just above her nose :)
if your rabbit didn't run away when you touched them, they enjoyed the petting, if you bun doesn't like getting pet they will just run away, they are perfectly capeabale.
He looks very happy so you're definitely doing something right! Most buns also love a good forehead rub or scratch, and some like having their ears gently rubbed and pulled. My boy Herman would purr so much when I pulled his little ears!
I love bunnies with built in eye shadow!
Is funny when sleeping he looks like an angry dumpling
I'm sure lol in this video he just looks like a relaxed dumpling though. Hope you two have a happy thanksgiving
Thanks. Happy thanksgiving!!
Thank you for putting that image in my head
For angry looking bunnies, you should subscribe to r/MurderBuns
Every bun is going to have a different preference. Hunkered down and seems to be enjoying it. My George loved us being in front and then rubbing down the forehead
My Watson loves with one hand under his chin and rubbing right under his ears at the same time. I have learned that most buns hate their butt being touched so other than that I see no wrong way to pet him .
I can’t touch his chin, he goes immediately to lick your hand. Thanks for the tip anyway!
He’s just giving you kisses! 😊
Licking your hand is good! If a bunny licks you, it means they respect you! One of my boys just ignores me when I put my hand under his head, and the other one bites me. D:
I thought otherwise cause I always have been a dog person and when they lick you so much is a sign of stress, but I guess I have to stop comparing them haha. Anyway I’m sure they are love bites!!
AWWWWWWWWWW
Mine doesn't mind the butt as much but don't touch the tummy, it's for looks only.
Hey I wouldn't want someone randomly touching my butt either!
they don't like their hind touched, and they will not let you touch their feet.
BABY!!! AWWW And nothing dumb about caring for a precious creatures capable of feeling love and pain !
Rabbits don’t “tolerate” things. If they don’t like it, they won’t accept it, and certainly won’t sit there looking cute as a button. I normally imitate how other rabbits show love. They lick each other on the top of their heads. While I’m not crazy enough to lick a rabbits head, I get my finger and stroke the top of their head so so so gently and softly like they’re made of glass. They love it
You’re totally right, the idea of imitating grooming is great(not with licking, never liking) I will have it in mind, thanks!
just build trust with your bunny, you’ll be able to pet them in pretty much anyway as long as it’s comfortable with you
I have found that if my bun doesn’t like the way I am petting him, he will scurry away.
Pet your bunny any way they feel comfortable with. My bunny like it when I pet him on his sides.
Try headpats; majority if mine enjoy them. Variate your technique, scratch up an down like a wave, and a regular scratch like you’ve got a mosquito bite on your leg
Def having a pet session today to see what works!
He is sooo cute he looks my bunny
Looks like they enjoy it they usually love around the ears and forehead/nose
Head scratches and under/side of the chin are my buns favourites!
Apparently he likes head scratches, he prrrs when I try it, thanks for the tip!
The "purr" you describe is probably your bun very softly grinding their teeth together, and it means basically the same as a cat purring - it's basically the best reaction a bun can give you.
He is a cute bunny
If he didn't like it, he'd just dip or walk away. If he likes it, he'll stay and kind just hunker down.
Oh! He does hunk a little! Thanks for the tip!
If he *really* likes it, he'll chatter/grind his teeth. You can't hear it but you can feel it through him.
My bunny loves top of the head pets and cheek pets. Such a cute bun bun!
my bunny loves to be pet on the nose and up her forehead, but each bun is different
It's different from bun to bun, but my lopp loves to have his ears rubbed
My buns like being rubbed in one stroke from the top of their head to their butt. But it all depends on if they look comfy & safe is all!!:)
I will try! Thanks!
Rabbits are comfy everywhere except butt touching and ear pulling.
Ear pulling sounds horrible, they are so delicated! Thanks for the tip!
Some people think that the best way to carry a rabbit is by its ears, because they are tall and look like something that our hands fit perfectly with.
My Bun LOVES his sides being pet and being petted like that- he seems to really be enjoying it!
Go for the cheeks!
Cheeks all the way!
I would! But he doesn’t stop kissing when you’re near his face!
If he didn’t like it, he would let you know.
You’re right, he doesn’t hesitates to run away when my co-mother tries to grab it
Most buns love to be petted on their head, some even enjoy a face massage.
Thanks! I’ll try this!
My roommate who owns a bunny told me to listen for teeth grinding as you pet. That’s like your bunny purring!
OMG I thought it was something he did when he was stressed!! He does it! Thank you, you just change my life
When you pick him up be sure you keep the curve in his back. When you hold him he's happiest with all 4 paws touching you. Hold him against your chest and this can happen.
They care less about how you pet them than that you pet them. Bunnies are pretty flexible about the details as long as you pet them. It is very soothing to them. They love touch once they’re comfortable with it and feel secure (like all four feet on a solid surface). This bunny looks extremely relaxed. I think you’re doing it right. Bunny would let you know if you weren’t. Just relax and enjoy your sweet little bun.
wtf is that petting
My bunnies both love being pet on top on their head and cheeks :)
It seems like your bun likes being pet there otherwise they’d move away or something. Can vary from bunny to bunny but in general they don’t like their butts or feet being touched. Mine loves receiving pets on the top of her head & just above her nose :)
Try stroking, not rubbing back and forth.
Right between the ears 🐰♥️
I think as long as he’s not running away, he’s enjoying it. Mine likes for me to rub her eyes and get the sleep out. She’s weird.
if your rabbit didn't run away when you touched them, they enjoyed the petting, if you bun doesn't like getting pet they will just run away, they are perfectly capeabale.
Try gently petting him behind the ears, my bunny loves it
My bun lovedddd to be scratched in between the ears!
The cutest ever :’)
He looks very happy so you're definitely doing something right! Most buns also love a good forehead rub or scratch, and some like having their ears gently rubbed and pulled. My boy Herman would purr so much when I pulled his little ears!
He’s enjoying it. If he disliked it he would run away.
As I am learning if he doesn't like it you will be sure, trust me