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The Bunny Coach Podcast with Fiona Murphy
Hints, Tips and Shortcuts for Helping your Bunnies Live their Best Life!
By Fiona Murphy, The Bunny Coach.
Fiona cares for hundreds of bunnies every year at her small animal boarding service in Dublin, Ireland and provides Ireland's only Professional Rabbit Bonding Service. She has been a bunny slave for 40 years and helps with rehoming rabbits and answering bunny dilemmas on the Facebook group she moderates on and from her lovely clients, in her spare time.
She is a Bunny Expert specialising in -
*Rabbit Bonding online and in person,
*Online Bunny Club (Fiona’s Happy Bunny Club)
*Bunny Care Classes and Consultations,
*Small Animal Boarding Dublin, Ireland
The Bunny Coach Podcast with Fiona Murphy
#4 - THE TRUTH ABOUT BUNNY SPEED DATES AND BONDING
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The Truth About Bunny Speed Dates and Bonding
In this episode, Fiona, The Bunny Coach, discusses the concept of bunny speed dates, where rabbits are introduced to potential companions in shelters to assess compatibility. She shares insights on why these dates are not always reliable indicators of long-term compatibility and highlights the importance of understanding the bonding process. Fiona emphasizes proper preparation, patience, and commitment, and reassures that with the right approach and support, successfully bonding rabbits is achievable and rewarding. Additionally, Fiona mentions the availability of professional bonding services for those seeking extra help.
00:00 Introduction to Bunny Speed Dates
00:35 The Reality of Bunny Speed Dates
01:24 Understanding Rabbit Behavior and Territory
02:26 The Importance of Proper Bonding
03:34 The Joy of Successfully Bonded Rabbits
04:08 Addressing Common Concerns and Misconceptions
05:11 Support and Resources for Rabbit Bonding
05:44 Conclusion and Encouragement
Need Help Bonding Your Rabbits?
If you're struggling with rabbit bonding, or you're planning to and want to get it right from the beginning, I offer 2 FREE ways to get started:
• Answer a few questions online and receive personalised advice by email - Tell Me What Is Happening
OR
• Book a free 15-minute rabbit bonding assessment call Free 15 Minute Call
Once I understand your situation, I can recommend the most suitable support option for you and your rabbits.
Because when bonding is done correctly, your rabbits can move from stress and conflict to a calm, happy partnership much faster.
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