How to teach your rabbit to stand up

Follow these simple instructions to teach your pet rabbit how to stand up.

Things You'll Need

  • Rabbit
  • <br>Rabbit Treats
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Instructions

    • 1

      Hold a tasty treat between your fingers where your rabbit can see it. Raise the treat right above his head.

    • 2

      As you raise the treat, say a simple command. You can include the rabbit's name, or simply say something like "stand." It can also be helpful to include a visual gesture such as a slight upward movement with your hand.

    • 3

      When the rabbit stands up to get the treat, give it to her. Then praise her in a soothing voice and pet her if she likes being petted.

    • 4

      Repeat the trick several times a day, each time giving the rabbit a treat and praise.

    • 5

      As the bunny gets better at standing, make her stand for longer before you give her the treat.

    • 6

      Once your rabbit has gotten the trick, stop giving him the treat every time. Sometimes, simply praise and pet him. Other times give him a toy. Only occasionally give him the snack. This intermittent reinforcement will actually strengthen the training.