Rabbits are generally quiet animals, but they are not completely silent. They make plenty of noises from growling to screaming, to communicate how they feel. Here’s how to tell what your rabbits is saying…

Growling

If your rabbit growls or grunts at you, he’s not happy about something. Maybe he is angry that you’re poking your hand into her cage, and he doesn’t want you in his territory. Growling can be a sign of anger, fear, uncertainty and stress. The better you get to know your rabbit, the more you’ll discover what his different growls actually mean.

Crying

Sometimes a rabbit will let out a little cry or whimper and thump their back feet. This is interpreted much as you would understand the same noise in puppies or people.

Licking

If your rabbit licks your face or your hands, be happy. He is saying you “I love you”

Screaming

You never want to hear your rabbit scream. A rabbit scream is usually
shrill. It’s a heart-breaking sound, and it generally signifies your rabbit is either hurting or dying. You will need to get help for him immediately.

Flopping

Your rabbit is on top of the
world. She is so happy, she can think of no
better way to show her happiness than
flopping over, eyes closed, taking some
time to relax.

Thumping

Your rabbit will thump her back legs for a number of reasons including fear, anger and warning you to danger lurking.

Chinning

Your rabbit is rubbing his chin all over the furniture, the book your reading and you. This is just his way of marking his territory. He is saying, this is mine.