Why Do Rabbits Binky?

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Have you ever seen a rabbit doing a binky? If you aren’t sure, it may be because you’ve never heard of this behavior.

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Read on to get the lowdown on what it means to binky and find the answer to the question: Why do rabbits binky?

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A binky is when a rabbit jumps straight up and quickly twists its hind end, head, or both. A binky takes place in just a fraction of a second, so you have to watch closely.

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A bunny may do one binky or perform a couple in a row depending on its state of mind.

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Why Do Rabbits Binky?

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An owner who gives a rabbit a loving home where it has enough food and attention is likely going to see a lot of binkies.

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Why Do Rabbits Binky?

Have you ever seen a rabbit doing a binky? If you aren’t sure, it may be because you’ve never heard of this behavior.

Read on to get the lowdown on what it means to binky and find the answer to the question: Why do rabbits binky?

A binky is when a rabbit jumps straight up and quickly twists its hind end, head, or both. A binky takes place in just a fraction of a second, so you have to watch closely.

What is a Binky?

A bunny may do one binky or perform a couple in a row depending on its state of mind.

Why Do Rabbits Binky?

The reason for the binky depends on the circumstances, environment, and how a rabbit is feeling.

An owner who gives a rabbit a loving home where it has enough food and attention is likely going to see a lot of binkies.

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