What is a personality? By definition, a personality is the combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character. Now, this can depict both human and animals. Each individual being is different in their own way. Just like we are similar in many ways. This is the Yin and the Yang of existence on the physical plane. Now when it comes to bunnies their personalities can be very extreme to very sub par.. and everywhere in between. It all depends on the influencing surroundings and variables that may affect the bunny. Another big factor that influences the personality of a bunny is the gender. I will list out a few of the personalities of some bunnies that I have come across in my time. I will also depict the personality of my current bunny named Delph. Below I will list out personality attributes with descriptive examples. Any bunny may show a number of these attributes as rabbits are very mischievous creatures.
The Princess: Nothing happens without her knowing and woe to anyone who stands against her. There is no reasoning with this one. Patrolling her territory daily is a must to monitor any changes or discrepancies. Feeding times are on a strict schedule because she isn't playing any games. This is her job and the world needs to know it.
Lax: As casual as can be. Nothing can phase this bun as long as they have their human, litter, and hay. They love to listen to humans converse and bustle around as they sunbathe or simply lay around all day long. Affection is a must for this one, as nothing makes this bun happier than lounging, love, and food.
Daredevil: Trouble is this buns first middle and last name. Digging at everything and everywhere is just the precursor to their explorative capabilities. Always up and on top of things when you turn your back for one second. Next thing you know they are scaling the bookshelf just to see what's up there. No amount of bunny-proofing in your home can contain this one.
Enthusiastic: The amount of energy this bun contains is astonishing. Never tires, never seems to sleep, and always is jumping for joy. Blazing at speeds of terminal velocity this bun is very exciting to live with but exhausting at the same time.
Cuddle Bug: The perfect day consist of snuggles and soft-spoken words or assurances and love. They love to be spoiled as much as possible. They require lots of attention and may bite if you do not meet the standard. One of the few personality types of bunnies that will seek to share space on the couch or even your bed. They never want to be apart from their human. Stomping and cage chewing is to be expected as they will never have enough of their human fix.
Gent: Calm. Perfect diet. The shining example of the stereotypical bunny behavior. This bun has no concept of "biting" or aggression. These buns are perfect listeners. They will engage in conversation and understand emotions based on vibes. Their ears are always willing to hear and give you advice.
Teen: Moody at best. Attributes of enthusiasm, anger, love, and resentment all bundled up into one bun. It's their way or the highway.
Dynamic Duo: This pair of buns do everything together. Eat, sleep, groom, explore, play, and get into trouble together. There is no separating these two bunnies. It is actually unhealthy to separate a bunny who has bonded with another. Many cases in separation result in death of both of the bunnies. It is best to let them live and let love. Paired buns who have bonded will be very calm, provide all the enjoyments one can hope when owning a bunny. It may take some time for them to bond, but it will be well worth the wait.
Bunnies carry a wide array of differing personalities. Some traits are dominant while others are mixed with whispering hints and tones of others. You never know which type of bunny you will have if you raise it from being a baby. This is because like I said earlier their environmental variables that mold their personalities. If you want a bunny to be more cuddly, try to cuddle it more as a baby so it will become used to it. THIS DOES NOT MEAN PICK YOUR BUNNY UP! They hate to be picked up unless grown accustomed. I advise picking them up only when you need. Otherwise, let them jump into your lap and stand erect up on your chest. Then they are trusting you enough to let you handle them.
As for my bunny he is a hot mess of a lot of things. The name of my bunny is Delphry James. I call him Delph for short. He is a California mixed with a New Zealand breed. He is a white furred red eyes bundle of insanity. But he is family and I love him to death. Delph is a mixture of lax, enthusiastic, teen, and a daredevil. He is not very cuddly at all. He likes his own space. He will however on occasion require some cuddles. He always stomps to let me know. He is very explorative and is always seeking to find anywhere and everywhere that he can crawl into. He loves to climb on top of couches and beds. He is litter trained and has never had an accident since day one, so i'm am pretty trusting when I let him roam the house. I have a wire fence I set to block off any area with electrical cords and pillows do just fine to block areas like behind the couch or fridge. Overall delph is very amusing to watch as he is always jumping and running in excitement. His favourite snacks are granny smith apples and yogurt chips. He is a big little dude. He understands many words that I say, and he can remember people based on their figure type. Bunnies have very poor vision so they rely on remembrance of appearance based on figures. This is why if you place a treat in front of a rabbit they will move their head back and forth in "search" of it with their whiskers. People who don't know much about rabbits don't have any idea about the characteristics of these amazing creatures. If they knew, they would never think about them the same again.
