If you have a pair of rabbits sharing the same litter box, the ideal set up requires a larger litter box or multiple litter boxes to keep them well supplied with hay and fresh litter.
The 3-3-3 rule is a roadmap for the first three days, three weeks, and three months after pet adoption. It emphasizes patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement to help pets acclimate to their new environment.
Select a pan.
Basic plastic cat litter pans work best. Stick to the medium, large, or giant litter pans, unless your rabbit is very tiny. However, you can't go wrong with a larger litter box that your rabbit can grow into. A giant cat pan can be used for large bunnies (over ten pounds) and bonded pairs.
As a rule, a rabbit should be able to take at least three hops in a row from one end to the other. It can be difficult to buy purpose-built accommodation measuring these dimensions but there's no reason why you can't build your own! Rabbits are a prey species and need to be able to hide from things that scare them.
Buy the right boxes--and get more than one!
Bunnies like to have enough room to stretch out in their boxes and, if you have a bonded pair, you have to allow enough room for both of them. We recommend medium to large size cat litter boxes (just the ordinary tray-type ones; not the deep or covered varieties.
If you have a pair of rabbits sharing the same litter box, the ideal set up requires a larger litter box or multiple litter boxes to keep them well supplied with hay and fresh litter.
In answer to the question what animal eats rabbits, the most common that springs to mind is the fox. But there are numerous others including pet dogs and cats, birds of prey, stoats, weasels, ferrets, badgers and snakes.
Signs of stress may include: appearing nervous (freezing, hunched up with ears flat against the body) being excessively jumpy and watchful (bulging eyes) being aggressive to people or other rabbits, particularly if the behaviour is unusual.
Quite simply keeping a rabbit alone in a hutch without the opportunity to exercise, display normal behaviour or without companionship is not acceptable. It does not meet any of the animals fundamental requirements, or any of the owners responsibilities under the Animal Welfare Act 2006.
No rabbit should be caged without the option to take exercise, and house bunnies are no exception. Rabbits, by nature, are active at night and during the day, taking naps as and when it suits them, so it is not acceptable to shut a rabbit into a cage even at night or when you are out.
Pine pellets are shavings compressed into a tiny pellet shape. They absorb A LOT of pee, and the faint natural pine smell helps negate odors. They also produce much less dust than shavings - a plus for those with allergies. I add a layer of pine pellets to the bottom of litter pans.
The best way to set up a pair of rabbits depends on the situation and their age. If you're looking to take on two young rabbits at once, a male and female from the same litter have a good chance of bonding well for life.
Rabbits need unlimited access to grass and hay, so they shouldn't ever be left without food. However, if it's an emergency and there's no other choice, then they can go up to 12 hours without eating.
Social Interaction: Rabbits are social animals. You don't need to hover over them 24/7, but they should have time with you every day. That might be petting, supervised playtime, or just letting them relax in your presence. Skipping this time too often can lead to boredom or loneliness.
If they are kept alone, they may begin to show some abnormal behaviour, especially if left without company for long periods of time. For those reasons, we feel it is kinder to keep them in social pairs.
Rabbits can definitely form a strong bond with their human caregivers, showing signs of attachment through behaviours like seeking attention and responding positively to interaction.
Yes Covering the cage at night may be advantageous for the rabbit even if it is not required. Due to their hypersensitivity certain rabbits tend to make a lot of noise when it's dark out. The use of a towel or blanket over the cage as an extra layer of protection might be helpful.
Do indoor rabbits smell? In short, no! Rabbits are very clean animals, who will groom themselves to keep clean. As long as their indoor housing is regularly cleaned, with soiled material and uneaten food removed and replaced daily, your indoor rabbits won't smell.
Is there such a thing as a 'low mood' in rabbits?
Symptoms of stress
Rabbit circling your feet
When a bunny circles a person's feet or legs, this behavior usually indicates sexual or mating behavior (even when your rabbit is neutered). It basically means “I love you.”
It's easy to take care of them, but you should keep in mind the things these little guys do NOT like the most.
A friendly lick is another way your rabbit shows affection. 'It's that grooming instinct again, and the way rabbits relax and socialise with other rabbits they have bonded to,' says Rosie. 'They will do this if feeling relaxed, secure and content when sitting on your lap.
Do rabbits really like carrots? Yes, they do! But carrots are more like a sugary treat for a rabbit (so are fruits), so they should be given in small quantities. They can upset a rabbit's digestive system if given too much.