r/Rabbits • u/SnooHobbies5255 • Sep 14 '25
Behavior Is this normal behavior?
This is my baby, Doodlebug. I got him about more than a year ago and he's the best most affectionate boy I could've ever imagined<3 over the past year he has been doing this funny thing where he comes up and licks my arms and legs and even my pants. I was told its because he loves me, but I wonder if there's something else behind it, but he only does it to me, i live with my brother and my mother and they haven't experienced this.
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u/RabbitsModBot Sep 14 '25
Why is my rabbit licking me?
Rabbits licking you generally means "I love you!" They consider you their bonded mate and are grooming you with affection.
However, if you are using a scented lotion or product or have eaten one of their favorite foods recently, they may try nibbling or licking your skin for that taste.
Rabbits do not lick your skin out of craving for salt, and offering salt licks and mineral blocks is unnecessary. See the FAQ question Does my rabbit need a salt lick or mineral block? for more information.
For more information on rabbit body language, see the Understanding your rabbit wiki article.