Did you know, rabbits love and need more space than you think?
The recommended minimum enclosure area of L 3m x W 2m x H 1m for a pair of average-sized rabbits.
Hutches that are commonly marketed for rabbits are too small and restrictive for quality of life of your rabbit and should not be used as their regular housing.
Rabbits are susceptible to heat stress, disease, escaping or attack by predators when housed outside and as a result are more suited to being housed indoors.
The area needs to be long enough to allow your rabbit to run, jump, sit/stand upright, exercise, and express normal behaviours (such as grooming and feeding, with a separate area for toileting). It must also provide the opportunity for plenty of mental stimulation.
Rabbits need to be able to exercise as this assists with healthy weight management, reduces the likelihood of bone related issues and hock sores from prolonged sitting in one position.
Recommended items for their space:
- Non slip flooring such as a soft rug or non chewable playmat
- High sided litter tray for toileting and hay
- Ceramic water bowl (to prevent tipping)
- Small shallow dish for pellets
Enrichment items:
- Tunnels
- Bunny safe items to chew (such as apple tree sticks, water hyacinth balls, seagrass mats)
- Enrichment toys (pellet ball, treat parcels, stacking cups, cardboard rolls filled with hay)
- Cardboard houses
- A soft pet bed
Please visit The Binky Collective online store for a great range of enrichment options for your rabbits!