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The Bunny Coach Podcast: Making Bonding Fit Your Lifestyle

Episode Overview

Fiona Murphy, The Bunny Coach, breaks down the different approaches to rabbit bonding and how to make the process work with your busy schedule. She addresses common questions about 24/7, daytime, and date bonding methods, sharing practical advice from her experience bonding over 280 sets of rabbits and helping hundreds of people around the world bond their bunnies too.

Key Topics Covered

Different Bonding Methods: 24/7 vs Daytime vs Dates

Making Time for Bonding: how to fit it around your lifestyle without stressing yourself out

Self-Care During Bonding

Important Safety Tips

About Fiona Murphy

• Owner of small animal boarding business since 2014 (Dublin, Ireland)
• Bonding rabbits professionally since 2016
• 98% success rate with over 280 bonded pairs, trios, and quads
• Offers online support worldwide via Zoom calls, bonding membership, and self-study classes

Resources

Website: thebunnybondingcoach.com

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Fiona's Happy Bunny Club is an amazing fun and supportive community of other bunny nutters with no drama (because we all know that people who aren't crazy about bunnies just don't get us!!), a whole library of bunny care classes for you to learn more about and develop an amazing bond with your precious fur baby, PLUS REGULAR LIVE BUNNY CARE MASTERCLASSES, QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSIONS, AND DISCUSSIONS WITH GUEST RABBIT EXPERTS

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Creating a Neutral Space for Bonding

Host: Fiona Murphy, The Bunny Coach

Episode Summary:
In this episode, Fiona Murphy tackles one of the most common concerns rabbit owners face when bonding their bunnies: creating a truly neutral space. Whether you have free-roam rabbits, limited space, or rabbits that have been everywhere in your home, Fiona provides practical solutions and expert guidance to help you successfully set up a bonding area.

Key Topics Covered:

• Why Neutral Space Matters
• Making Any Space Neutral
• Space Management for your rabbit's living area as well as the bonding pen
• Setting Up Your Bonding Pen (Ideal dimensions, height recommendations, equipment options, flooring protection, what to put in the pen)
• Your Comfort Matters

Coming Up Next:

Next episode will cover how to make time for bonding even with a busy lifestyle—you don't need to commit to a minimum of four hours per day!

Contact & Support:

If you're struggling with bunny bonding or need personalized guidance, visit thebunnybondingcoach.com for expert help from someone with extensive hands-on experience.

Episode Duration: ~19 minutes

Keywords: rabbit bonding, bunny bonding, neutral space, rabbit behavior, pet rabbits, rabbit care, territorial rabbits, bonding setup, rabbit enrichment

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Fiona's Happy Bunny Club is an amazing fun and supportive community of other bunny nutters with no drama (because we all know that people who aren't crazy about bunnies just don't get us!!), a whole library of bunny care classes for you to learn more about and develop an amazing bond with your precious fur baby, PLUS REGULAR LIVE BUNNY CARE MASTERCLASSES, QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSIONS, AND DISCUSSIONS WITH GUEST RABBIT EXPERTS

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🐰 Welcome to a New Season of The Bunny Coach Podcast

Preparing for Rabbit Bonding

Even thinking about Bonding rabbits can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re hearing horror stories online, juggling busy life schedules, or worrying about your rabbits hurting each other.

In this brand new season of The Bunny Coach Podcast, Fiona (The Bunny Coach) is here to help you feel calmer, more confident, and more prepared to start the bonding journey.

If you’re thinking about getting your rabbit a friend, or you’re already knee-deep in bonding worries, this season is for you.

🎧 What This Season Is All About

Throughout this season, Fiona will guide you through:

• 🏠 How to create a neutral bonding space
  Even if your rabbits are free-roam or have already been all over the house.
• ⏰ How to make time for bonding
  Without the pressure of myths like “you must bond for four hours a day.”
• 💭 Common bonding anxieties and worries
  Including fear of fights, stress, and feeling like you’re “doing it wrong.”
• 🧠 Reassurance and preparation
  So you don’t go into bonding feeling panicked or alone.

In this first episode, find out why you should listen to me, and how I am going to help you feel better and more prepared for bonding!

Fiona x

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Fiona's Happy Bunny Club is an amazing fun and supportive community of other bunny nutters with no drama (because we all know that people who aren't crazy about bunnies just don't get us!!), a whole library of bunny care classes for you to learn more about and develop an amazing bond with your precious fur baby, PLUS REGULAR LIVE BUNNY CARE MASTERCLASSES, QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSIONS, AND DISCUSSIONS WITH GUEST RABBIT EXPERTS

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🎧 The Bunny Coach Podcast: Pet Loss, Grief & Love That Never Leaves

With Reverend Kaleel Sakakeeny

Losing a beloved pet can feel just as devastating as losing a family member — and yet, so many pet parents grieve in silence.

In this deeply moving episode of the Bunny Coach Podcast, Fiona is joined by Reverend Kaleel Sakakeeny, an ordained animal chaplain and credentialed pet loss grief counsellor based in the United States. After losing his own “big, big love,” Kaleel transformed his heartbreak into purpose and went on to found Animal Talks, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting people through the grief of losing an animal companion.

Together, Fiona and Kaleel explore why pet loss hurts so profoundly, why grief is not something to “get over,” and how love continues long after our pets are physically gone.

This episode is for anyone who has ever loved — and lost — a bunny, cat, dog, or any cherished animal.

🐾 In This Episode, We Talk About:

• Why losing a pet can feel as devastating as losing a human loved one
• The difference between grief and depression — and why pet loss is often misunderstood
• Why grief is not something to “fix,” medicate, or rush
• How animals bring out our best selves — and why losing them feels so destabilising
• Why we don’t “move on” from grief — we integrate it into our lives
• The Rainbow Bridge: why it comforts many people, and where it can fall short
• Whether we’ll meet our pets again in the afterlife
• Helping children navigate the loss of a beloved pet in a healthy way
• When grief becomes complicated or stuck — and how to know when extra support is needed
• How to honour your pet through rituals, remembrance, and making meaning from loss

🕯️ A Conversation About Love, Not Letting Go

As Fiona shares the loss of her heart bunny Tango, and Kaleel reflects on the cat who changed the course of his life, this episode gently reminds us:

You are not weak for hurting.
You are not “too attached.”
And you are not alone.

🧠 Support

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To give your rabbit the A+ Bun Life they really deserve, hop on over to Fiona's Happy Bunny Club, your safe, one-of-a-kind space to get personalised, one-to-one guidance and feedback on your exact situation, from a Rabbit Expert, who has been exactly where you are and now supports hundreds of rabbits and their guardians every year!

Fiona's Happy Bunny Club is an amazing fun and supportive community of other bunny nutters with no drama (because we all know that people who aren't crazy about bunnies just don't get us!!), a whole library of bunny care classes for you to learn more about and develop an amazing bond with your precious fur baby, PLUS REGULAR LIVE BUNNY CARE MASTERCLASSES, QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSIONS, AND DISCUSSIONS WITH GUEST RABBIT EXPERTS

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It's Halloween here in Ireland, and Fireworks will be everywhere! While they look pretty, I wish they didn't exist, or at least that we could have more silent ones readily available - as the poor animals really get freaked out. I know of people who's bunnies have died because of fright and we had one of ours have gut stasis a couple of years ago too, luckily with my first aid kit I was able to bring her round, but it is a big worry for us pet parents. Here are my top tips to help them (and you!) relax!

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To give your rabbit the A+ Bun Life they really deserve, hop on over to Fiona's Happy Bunny Club, your safe, one-of-a-kind space to get personalised, one-to-one guidance and feedback on your exact situation, from a Rabbit Expert, who has been exactly where you are and now supports hundreds of rabbits and their guardians every year!

Fiona's Happy Bunny Club is an amazing fun and supportive community of other bunny nutters with no drama (because we all know that people who aren't crazy about bunnies just don't get us!!), a whole library of bunny care classes for you to learn more about and develop an amazing bond with your precious fur baby, PLUS REGULAR LIVE BUNNY CARE MASTERCLASSES, QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSIONS, AND DISCUSSIONS WITH GUEST RABBIT EXPERTS

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Professional Rabbit Bonding: Ensuring Safe and Effective Practices

In this episode, Fiona discusses the importance of safe and effective rabbit bonding practices. She addresses recent concerns about injuries during the bonding process in another bonding service, emphasizing their own success with over 270 rabbit pairs.

She explains what defines a professional bonder, the typical bonding process, and the commitment required from both the bonder and the pet owner.

She also offers advice on how to choose a reliable bonder, including critical questions to ask and the value of references and post-bonding support. The goal is to ensure happy, stress-free bonding for rabbits and peace of mind for their owners.

00:00 Introduction and Recent Concerns

00:26 What is a Professional Bonder?

01:41 My Bonding Process

03:08 Ensuring Bunny Safety

03:46 Choosing the Right Bonder

05:18 Conclusion and Tips

Struggling with Bunny Bonding? Check out my website www.thebunnybondingcoach.com and take my quiz!

Fiona x

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To give your rabbit the A+ Bun Life they really deserve, hop on over to Fiona's Happy Bunny Club, your safe, one-of-a-kind space to get personalised, one-to-one guidance and feedback on your exact situation, from a Rabbit Expert, who has been exactly where you are and now supports hundreds of rabbits and their guardians every year!

Fiona's Happy Bunny Club is an amazing fun and supportive community of other bunny nutters with no drama (because we all know that people who aren't crazy about bunnies just don't get us!!), a whole library of bunny care classes for you to learn more about and develop an amazing bond with your precious fur baby, PLUS REGULAR LIVE BUNNY CARE MASTERCLASSES, QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSIONS, AND DISCUSSIONS WITH GUEST RABBIT EXPERTS

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Expert Tips on Managing Anxious Pet Rabbits with Fiona Murphy, The Bunny Coach PLUS listener's questions!

In this episode, we receive expert advice from Fiona Murphy, an authority on caring for bunny rabbits.

The discussion covers identifying signs of anxiety in rabbits through their body language and how changes in their environment can cause significant stress. Fiona also provides insights on managing the well-being of anxious rabbits, including the importance of consistent routines, appropriate housing, and what to include in a rabbit first aid kit.

Listeners' questions are addressed, such as the best habitat for pet rabbits, dealing with a wild rabbit infestation, understanding fly strike, and why bathing rabbits is not recommended.

Fiona emphasizes the importance of rabbit vaccinations and provides practical advice for managing rabbit-related issues.

00:00 Introduction to Bunny Rabbit Anxiety
00:15 Recognizing Anxiety in Rabbits
01:32 Common Stressors for Rabbits
03:28 Dealing with Rabbit Anxiety
04:38 Essential Rabbit First Aid Kit
06:18 Housing and Space Requirements for Rabbits
07:27 Wild Rabbits and Garden Challenges
11:45 Bathing and Grooming Rabbits
13:26 Rabbit Vaccinations and Health Concerns
16:20 Fly Strike: A Serious Rabbit Health Issue
17:48 Conclusion and Final Advice

FOR MORE ON ANXIETY IN RABBITS, READ MY BLOG HERE -

Blog: Support Your Anxious Rabbit

Fiona x

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To give your rabbit the A+ Bun Life they really deserve, hop on over to Fiona's Happy Bunny Club, your safe, one-of-a-kind space to get personalised, one-to-one guidance and feedback on your exact situation, from a Rabbit Expert, who has been exactly where you are and now supports hundreds of rabbits and their guardians every year!

Fiona's Happy Bunny Club is an amazing fun and supportive community of other bunny nutters with no drama (because we all know that people who aren't crazy about bunnies just don't get us!!), a whole library of bunny care classes for you to learn more about and develop an amazing bond with your precious fur baby, PLUS REGULAR LIVE BUNNY CARE MASTERCLASSES, QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSIONS, AND DISCUSSIONS WITH GUEST RABBIT EXPERTS

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Communicating with Animals: Insights from Anne Angelo Webb - A Conversation on Pet Telepathy, Energy Work, and More

Fiona talks to Anne Angelo Webb, an animal communicator based in the USA. She shares her journey from being a licensed clinical social worker to becoming a professional in animal communication.

Anne discusses how she learned to communicate with animals, the techniques she uses, and the importance of grounding oneself before a session. She touches on her Christian faith and how it intersects with her work, as well as her experiences with missing pets and the kinds of messages animals often convey.

Anne also offers insights on speaking with animals in spirit and the ethical considerations of her field. She shares how listeners can start their own journey in animal communication, along with a special offer

00:29 Anne's Journey into Animal Communication

01:26 Discovering Energy Work and Reiki

02:38 Transition to Animal Communication

04:22 Building a Career in Animal Communication

08:14 Techniques and Practices

17:09 Communicating with Animals in Spirit

26:52 Ethics and Challenges in Animal Communication

30:49 Asking the Right Questions

31:12 Mind-Blowing Revelations from Pets

31:45 Spiritual Connections with Animals

32:27 The Concept of Soul Bunnies

33:14 Teaching and Learning in Animal Communication

35:35 Common Messages from Pets

38:08 Animals' Sensitivity to Human Emotions

40:01 God's Role in Animal-Human Relationships

41:19 Memorable Cases: Missing Pets

44:11 Communicating with Various Animals

48:02 Challenges in Rabbit Bonding

50:07 Resources for Learning Animal Communication

Anne would like to extend a very special offer for Bunny Coach listeners - 10% off digital animal communication, acupressure, and hypnosis products - click on the "Animal Intuitive Academy" button on the website and use Code: BUNNYCOACH:

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Her children's book, "Meesha's Heart Adventure: Emotional Regulation While Learning How Animals Think and Feel", is available on Amazon. 50% of proceeds benefit the Warrior Dog Foundation, supporting retir

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To give your rabbit the A+ Bun Life they really deserve, hop on over to Fiona's Happy Bunny Club, your safe, one-of-a-kind space to get personalised, one-to-one guidance and feedback on your exact situation, from a Rabbit Expert, who has been exactly where you are and now supports hundreds of rabbits and their guardians every year!

Fiona's Happy Bunny Club is an amazing fun and supportive community of other bunny nutters with no drama (because we all know that people who aren't crazy about bunnies just don't get us!!), a whole library of bunny care classes for you to learn more about and develop an amazing bond with your precious fur baby, PLUS REGULAR LIVE BUNNY CARE MASTERCLASSES, QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSIONS, AND DISCUSSIONS WITH GUEST RABBIT EXPERTS

Find out all the amazing benefits here -

FIONA'S HAPPY BUNNY CLUB - MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP

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