Readers ask: How To Build A Rabbit Pen?

What size pen does a rabbit need?

If using a pen rather than a cage, the rabbits will need at least 30 square feet, including an internal hutch/sleeping space. The more space you can provide, the better – you could, for example, combine two runs and a playpen.

What do you put under a rabbit pen?

Some people prefer rabbit cages with wire bottoms because a litter pan can be placed underneath. This is generally fine, but you need to include a tile or a piece of wood or cardboard for the bunny to stand/lie on. Standing on the wire floor alone can cause damage and discomfort to your rabbit’s paws.

What kind of wood should I use to build a rabbit hutch?

Get sturdy wood for the frame and supports. The amount of wood pieces that you’ll need will depend on the size of your hutch. Untreated pine wood is a good choice for the frame and supports. It holds up well under varying weather conditions and is nontoxic to rabbits if consumed.

Is it cruel to keep a rabbit in a cage?

Locking your rabbit up Many cages sold by pet stores are far too small for even a young rabbit, let alone a grown one. Keeping them in these tiny cages can cause a range of health problems, including obesity and even deformities if they’re not able to move around naturally. It’s also cruel.

Can I let my bunny run around the house?

A rabbit is considered to be free roam, or free range, when they have constant access to the house or apartment, even when their caretakers are away or sleeping. The pet rabbit is treated similar to the way we treat pet cats and dogs. They are allowed to roam around the house and rarely, if ever, kept in an enclosure.

Should I cover my rabbits cage at night?

Covering the cage can be the best way to ensure your rabbit can calm down at night. When there’s nothing better to do than sleep, they’ll find it easier to wind down. Just be sure to only cover it when they’re sleeping, and leave room for ventilation.

Can I put a blanket in my rabbit cage?

All domesticated rabbits like blankets and pillows in the home. You’ll likely be tempted to place similar items in your pet’s hutch for added comfort. Blankets and towels are great additions to a rabbit’s home. Just avoid old, threadbare blankets with holes as paws can be trapped.

What is the best floor for rabbits?

The 3 Best Types of Flooring For Rabbits:

1. Rugs and Carpets: Ideal for Free-roaming Buns. Photo by Chan Swan on Unsplash.
2. Vinyl Flooring: The Best Flooring for Rabbit Cages, Pens, and Hutches. For ease of use in cleaning up around the litter box, vinyl flooring can’t be beaten.
3. Straw and Grass Mats: Functional and Chewable.

What do rabbits like in their cage?

Put some fun toys in the cage. Rabbits love to chew so provide some sturdy branches of orchard woods (apple, pear, plum, cherry) or you can purchase commercial rabbit chews from a pet store. When choosing toys, make sure they are rabbit-safe. A good toy is a cardboard box filled with shredded paper and dry hay.

What wood is bad for rabbits?

Wood from apricot, peach, cherry, avocado and plum trees is toxic to rabbits. While some sources say branches from some of these trees are OK when they’ve been dried for at least a month, they’re generally best avoided.

What wood is harmful to rabbits?

Types of wood high in phenols and therefore harmful to rabbits include cedar and untreated pine. Some pine chew treats have been kiln-dried to remove the majority of the phenols, but many veterinarians still recommend against them.

Is Pine bad for bunnies?

Kiln-dried pine Pine that has undergone a certain drying process is safe for rabbits to chew on. This generally means that planks and furniture made with pine are fine, but not pine shavings or pine -based litters. You also want to avoid any fresh pine since this contains phenols that can cause liver damage in rabbits.