The Bunny Coach Podcast with Fiona Murphy

Fiona Murphy, The Bunny Coach
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Hints, Tips and Shortcuts for Helping your Bunnies Live their Best Life!By Fiona Murphy, The Bunny Coach. Fiona cares for hundreds of bunnies every year at her small animal boarding service in Dublin, Ireland and provides Ireland's only Professional Rabbit Bonding Service. She has been a bunny slave for 40 years and helps with rehoming rabbits and answering bunny dilemmas on the Facebook group she moderates on and from her lovely clients, in her spare time.She is a Bunny Expert specialising in - *Rabbit Bonding online and in person, *Online Bunny Club (Fiona’s Happy Bunny Club) *Bunny Care Classes and Consultations, *Small Animal Boarding Dublin, Ireland

  1. SEASON 3 - EPISODE 1 - PREPARING FOR BONDING - INTRODUCTION

    JAN 20

    SEASON 3 - EPISODE 1 - PREPARING FOR BONDING - INTRODUCTION

    Send us a text 🐰 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 Fiona x PS IF YOU LOVED THAT, YOU WILL LOVE THIS ..... Hop on over to my FREE FACEBOOK GROUP  'GET READY FOR RABBIT BONDING' for more hints and tips for preparing for bonding! https://www.facebook.com/groups/getreadyforrabbitbonding   PS Sign up to receive weekly Care Tips, Special Offers, and Fun Stuff here https://therabbitrooms.ie/newsletter PS IF YOU LOVED THAT, YOU WILL LOVE THIS ..... 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 THE ONLY BUNNY CLUB LIKE IT IN THE WORLD WHERE YOU GET PERSONALIZED SOLUTIONS AND ON-DEMAND CLASSES, COME ON OVER - YOU'LL LOVE IT!! PS Sign up to receive weekly Care Tips, Special Offers, and Fun Stuff here https://therabbitrooms.ie/newsletter ...

    8 min
  2. My top tips for keeping your pets safe and relaxed during fireworks!

    10/31/2025

    My top tips for keeping your pets safe and relaxed during fireworks!

    Send us a text 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! PS IF YOU LOVED THAT, YOU WILL LOVE THIS ..... 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 THE ONLY BUNNY CLUB LIKE IT IN THE WORLD WHERE YOU GET PERSONALIZED SOLUTIONS AND ON-DEMAND CLASSES, COME ON OVER - YOU'LL LOVE IT!! PS Sign up to receive weekly Care Tips, Special Offers, and Fun Stuff here https://therabbitrooms.ie/newsletter ...

    1 min
  3. ARE PROFESSIONAL RABBIT BONDERS LEGIT? THE TRUTH ABOUT RABBIT BONDER SERVICES

    10/17/2025

    ARE PROFESSIONAL RABBIT BONDERS LEGIT? THE TRUTH ABOUT RABBIT BONDER SERVICES

    Send us a text 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  PS IF YOU LOVED THAT, YOU WILL LOVE THIS ..... 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 THE ONLY BUNNY CLUB LIKE IT IN THE WORLD WHERE YOU GET PERSONALIZED SOLUTIONS AND ON-DEMAND CLASSES, COME ON OVER - YOU'LL LOVE IT!! PS Sign up to receive weekly Care Tips, Special Offers, and Fun Stuff here https://therabbitrooms.ie/newsletter ...

    7 min

  4. 10/10/2025

    Episode 7 - KCLR Radio - ANXIETY IN RABBITS, GUT STASIS, RABBIT FIRST AID KITS, FLY STRIKE AND MUCH MORE!

    Send us a text 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  PS IF YOU LOVED THAT, YOU WILL LOVE THIS ..... 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 THE ONLY BUNNY CLUB LIKE IT IN THE WORLD WHERE YOU GET PERSONALIZED SOLUTIONS AND ON-DEMAND CLASSES, COME ON OVER - YOU'LL LOVE IT!! PS Sign up to receive weekly Care Tips, Special Offers, and Fun Stuff here https://therabbitrooms.ie/newsletter ...

    18 min
  5. FIONA INTERVIEWS ANNE ANGELO WEBB - ANIMAL COMMUNICATOR

    10/03/2025

    FIONA INTERVIEWS ANNE ANGELO WEBB - ANIMAL COMMUNICATOR

    Send us a text 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: https://intuitivetouchanimalcare.com 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 PS IF YOU LOVED THAT, YOU WILL LOVE THIS ..... 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 THE ONLY BUNNY CLUB LIKE IT IN THE WORLD WHERE YOU GET PERSONALIZED SOLUTIONS AND ON-DEMAND CLASSES, COME ON OVER - YOU'LL LOVE IT!! PS Sign up to receive weekly Care Tips, Special Offers, and Fun Stuff here https://therabbitrooms.ie/newsletter ...

    54 min
  6. Episode 6 - KCLR Radio - Grooming and Nail Clipping Tips

    08/05/2025

    Episode 6 - KCLR Radio - Grooming and Nail Clipping Tips

    Send us a text Due to being domesticated and often living indoors in our artificially heated, cooled and lit houses, rabbits require regular grooming by us. In this episode, I chat to Brian about My Top 3 Regular Routines you should incorporate into your care of your bunny and get some of my top tips! Fiona x  PS If you loved this, you will love FIONA'S HAPPY BUNNY CLUB - an online, worldwide club for only the biggest bunny fans! THIS IS WHERE CLARITY, CONFIDENCE AND HAPPY BUNNIES BEGIN! 🐇💛 It’s your safe, one-of-a-kind space to get PERSONALISED, ONE-TO-ONE GUIDANCE from someone who’s been exactly where you are and now supports hundreds of rabbits every year! Stuffed full of fun and informative BUNNY CARE CLASSES on all kinds of topics, to help you enrich your bunny's life and enhance your bond, an amazing non judgmental RABBIT COMMUNITY (refreshing!), and LIVE EVENTS , it's the hangout that you and your bunny never knew you needed! As a valued Podcast Listener, I would love to invite you to try us out, with ONE WEEK FREE! Check it out here https://www.fionashappybunnyclub.com/special-offer-one-week-free OR GRAB ONE OF MY FREEBIES ON RABBIT CARE OR BUNNY BONDING AT www.therabbitrooms.ie/freebies Fiona x

    8 min
  7. Episode 5 - KCLR Radio - Hay Eating, Rabbit Insurance and Teeth Issues

    07/09/2025

    Episode 5 - KCLR Radio - Hay Eating, Rabbit Insurance and Teeth Issues

    Send us a text In this episode, KCLR radio speaks with Fiona Murphy, their resident rabbit expert, who shares valuable advice on caring for rabbits, especially during summer. Fiona discusses essential summer tasks for rabbit owners, ensuring proper hydration, and maintaining a healthy diet primarily based on hay. She also highlights the importance of regular vet check-ups to manage dental health and discusses the costs associated with rabbit care. PS If you loved this, you will love FIONA'S HAPPY BUNNY CLUB - an online, worldwide club for only the biggest bunny fans! THIS IS WHERE CLARITY, CONFIDENCE AND HAPPY BUNNIES BEGIN! 🐇💛 It’s your safe, one-of-a-kind space to get PERSONALISED, ONE-TO-ONE GUIDANCE from someone who’s been exactly where you are and now supports hundreds of rabbits every year! Stuffed full of fun and informative BUNNY CARE CLASSES on all kinds of topics, to help you enrich your bunny's life and enhance your bond, an amazing non judgmental RABBIT COMMUNITY (refreshing!), and LIVE EVENTS , it's the hangout that you and your bunny never knew you needed! As a valued Podcast Listener, I would love to invite you to try us out, with ONE WEEK FREE! Check it out here https://www.fionashappybunnyclub.com/special-offer-one-week-free OR GRAB ONE OF MY FREEBIES ON RABBIT CARE OR BUNNY BONDING AT www.therabbitrooms.ie/freebies Fiona x

    10 min
  8. Getting two baby rabbits — male or female?

    06/17/2025

    Getting two baby rabbits — male or female?

    Send us a text I have had a few people come to me lately who are wanting to get two baby rabbits, or already have and didn't know about the risk of them falling out with the hormones, so I thought I would do a quick podcast about it!  If you have questions like Can two baby rabbits live together?" "Best gender combination for baby rabbits" "Getting two baby rabbits — male or female?" "Are two male baby rabbits OK together?" "Can two female baby rabbits live together?" "Should I get a male and female baby rabbit?" "Will baby rabbits fight when they grow up?" "Do baby rabbits need to be separated by sex?" "When do baby rabbits start fighting?" "Can baby rabbits mate with their siblings?" This is for you!! Fiona xx PS If you loved this, you will love FIONA'S HAPPY BUNNY CLUB - an online, worldwide club for only the biggest bunny fans! THIS IS WHERE CLARITY, CONFIDENCE AND HAPPY BUNNIES BEGIN! 🐇💛 It’s your safe, one-of-a-kind space to get PERSONALISED, ONE-TO-ONE GUIDANCE from someone who’s been exactly where you are and now supports hundreds of rabbits every year! Stuffed full of fun and informative BUNNY CARE CLASSES on all kinds of topics, to help you enrich your bunny's life and enhance your bond, an amazing non judgmental RABBIT COMMUNITY (refreshing!), and LIVE EVENTS , it's the hangout that you and your bunny never knew you needed! As a valued Podcast Listener, I would love to invite you to try us out, with ONE WEEK FREE! Check it out here https://www.fionashappybunnyclub.com/special-offer-one-week-free OR GRAB ONE OF MY FREEBIES ON RABBIT CARE OR BUNNY BONDING AT www.therabbitrooms.ie/freebies Fiona x

    9 min
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Hints, Tips and Shortcuts for Helping your Bunnies Live their Best Life!By Fiona Murphy, The Bunny Coach. Fiona cares for hundreds of bunnies every year at her small animal boarding service in Dublin, Ireland and provides Ireland's only Professional Rabbit Bonding Service. She has been a bunny slave for 40 years and helps with rehoming rabbits and answering bunny dilemmas on the Facebook group she moderates on and from her lovely clients, in her spare time.She is a Bunny Expert specialising in - *Rabbit Bonding online and in person, *Online Bunny Club (Fiona’s Happy Bunny Club) *Bunny Care Classes and Consultations, *Small Animal Boarding Dublin, Ireland

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