Bonded pair no longer

[ashdebash]

Hello, I dread writing this, but I need advice in moving forward...

I had a bonded pair of rabbits, Tobi Leigh and Buster. Unfortunately, Tobi Leigh passed away on Friday morning very unexpectedly. She had a seizure. Buster is now lonely, he looks for Tobi all day and lays in the same spot that she always laid in while she was with us.

I have read a lot online and many things say to get a new friend for the survivor of the bonded pair. My heart aches due to my baby passing away and I don't know if I am ready. I feel terrible just "replacing" (she will never be replaced in my heart) her. Is this something that I should do or will Buster be okay with some extra TLC from me.

 

[Blue eyes]

It's recommended to give the grieving rabbit some time before trying to bond with another rabbit. See how he does. He may do just fine as a single rabbit. In a few months, you can re-assess and decide from there.