Deaf rabbits

[MagnoliaDee]

Have any of you had a deaf rabbit? Jacub (my lop) was deaf. We figured it out shortly after brining him home (he was a rescue). No loud noisesphased him... which was good. But it was also not good, b/c he could easily be startled too... as he didn't hear you coming.

I've heard this isn't uncommon among lops. Just wondering if anyone else had/has a deaf bunny?

 

[katt]

i have never had one, although we sometimes wonder if winnie has problems hearing.

she doesn't resond so much to noise, only movement. . .

but that could be she just doesn't want to listen, she is rather headstrong

 

[Cheyanne]

Does being MOMMY deaf count? I know that is rampant in my house... including my bf!

 

[lovebunnyok]

My Tupper is deaf. The vet told me that it was possibly due to him having an infection when he was younger, and wasn't treated soon enough (before I got him). He is a happy bunny though. He loves to be petted and cuddled..only when he wants to...and since he is an only bunny child, he gets lots of attention from us. Sometimes I think about getting him a friend, but I wonder if bunnies can communicate to each other if one is deaf. I don't know if that would make Tupper upset to have another bunny. :?

 

[MagnoliaDee]

Honestly, Jacub was bonded to both my girls Lego and Frodo (seperately), and he loved it. His being deaf did not change his desire to have a mate. So if Tupper is the type to enjoy some bunny company then I say go for it, if you're able and willing. They can love us, but we just can't be there for them in the way a mate can.

btw... Tupper is absolutely gorgeous!!!!

 

[lovebunnyok]

Thank you! Yeah, my husband and I have been talking about getting him a mate. We are going to wait a couple of months, since he just got fixed, so his hormones get out of his system.

Not to be a bragging mommy, but I agree, Tupper is quite the handsome fellow. Problem is I think he knows it! He is always posing, and he looks so precious when begging, I usually give in!! LOL I have to admit, he has me wrapped around his little paw! :inlove:

 

[CKGS]

Why wouldn't he? Lol. He is sooo gorgeous.

 

[MagnoliaDee]

lovebunnyok wrote:

Thank you! Yeah, my husband and I have been talking about getting him a mate. We are going to wait a couple of months, since he just got fixed, so his hormones get out of his system.

Not to be a bragging mommy, but I agree, Tupper is quite the handsome fellow. Problem is I think he knows it! He is always posing, and he looks so precious when begging, I usually give in!! LOL I have to admit, he has me wrapped around his little paw! :inlove:

Wrapped around his paw is EXACTLY where you're supposed to be!!!