My rabbit eats paper, which doesn't bother me... but it does my husband.?

Question

Is there any way that I can get my bunny to stop eating paper??? I know it's not bad for her but my husband wants to spank her for it and I know it's normal rabbit behavior. So is there anyway to change this behavior?? If so can someone tell me and help me out?

Answer 1

put your rabbit in an area away from paper. and keep it entertained. this way after time it will stop eating paper.

if not try talken to your husband about how its okay if it eats paper. its actually good for rabbits it cleans their system out because of all the fibre in the paper.. good luck ;)

Answer 2

Tell your husband not to be bothered by a rabbit eating newspaper, tell him you'll both be bothered if he starts reading the newspaper. lol.

Answer 3

Eating non-inked paper isn't a problem for bunny,  but your husband would spank her for it ?  A firm 'no', a firm hold, a time out for bad bunny  behavior, but NEVER spanking!   Being hit is not something bunny will understand or learn from.  It will only teach bunny to be afraid of your hand. Bunny should think of your hand as a source of pleasure, comfort, food, not pain, punishment.

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