Why do rabbits growl?

Most people think that rabbits are quiet creatures and make very little

sound. However rabbits make a surprising number of noises - thumps, grunts, snorts, chirps, chuffs, and even the occasional growl. Usually noises like this mean they are excited for some reason.

Chirps and chuffs might mean they are very happy to see you; grunts and growls might mean they are very upset by something, such as a new rabbit being introduced to the cage or you are holding them when they don't want to be. When your rabbit growls, try to determine what is happening to cause it and change it.