Violet is a larger bunny, and she's elderly. She enjoys the stability of a "table visit." So does Jackie. This way, Violet can enjoy the petting, and Jackie does not need to worry about holding or supporting Violet. There is still a soft barrier between Violet and Jackie.
Some bunnies are REAL kissers! Sophia is a bun-kissing-bandit, and she surprised Jackie! Jackie is very familiar with the rabbits, but she wasn't expecting this kiss. I try to "warn" people about Sophia's kissing. I don't make promises, but I definitely state, "Sophia is very interested in necks and faces. If you feel some whiskers, she isn't trying to bite---she's showing affection."
The other thing Sophia LOVES to do is play "look out." She likes to watch the room over a shoulder. While some people think she's trying to "escape," I'm quite sure she's just getting a "bun's eye view" of the situation. Jackie is smiling and talking with Sophia, and the table is really helping to keep both stable and able to focus on the visit.
Here is little Harley. He seems to be feeling aloof. He usually likes to be the "center of attention" but there are several "brothers and sisters" here tonight sharing the visit. We have many people come by, and hosting a table visit is a good way for so many to have a positive experience. No one has to wait for a pet, and some people choose to just watch and socialize. This behavior is NOT usual for Harley, however, and I'm going to pay close attention.
Harley and Sophia are bonded. Sophia is much more adventurous, and Harley likes the comfort of her affection. Here he steals her "show." He hopped right between Jackie and Sophia! She enjoys petting both. Jukebox is being held and cuddled in a chair. Note the blanket barrier. Juke is safe and happy with Paula, who knows him well.
Jukebox is on the left, Hannah in the middle and bold Sophia on the right. Sophia loves to be the "fairy bun" and flit from person to person, and even bun to bun to get attention. Hannah? Not so much. She loves petting, but prefers to cuddle with other bunnies at the same time. Normally, these three are in separate exercise pens with their mates. At home, they would fight. A visit is neutral "territory" and they are getting along well!
Here is elderly Jukebox----Violet's mate. He's a Rex, and people love to compare the coats of different rabbits. They also remark on his curly whiskers! I noticed how badly Juke needed his nails trimmed----sometimes it takes being out in a new environment to see what I've been overlooking!
Here is Violet again----enjoying the support of the table for a very positive experience with Irma. Irma loves hugging and petting Violet---and this way she has a good visual field for seeing her, too!
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