To keep rabbits healthy and happy, they need a few essential items in their cage. Here are some of the things that rabbits need in their cage:
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Cage: A wire-sided cage is best for ventilation, cleaning, and preventing your rabbit from escaping. The floor should be solid like plastic to avoid pressure sores and allow easy cleanup. Wood cages are tough to disinfect and not ideal for your rabbit.
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Bedding: Provide 1-2 inches of high-quality paper-based bedding in their main enclosure. This will help absorb moisture and odors and provide a comfortable surface for your rabbit to rest on.
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Litter box: Rabbits prefer to urinate and defecate in just a few places (typically corners) so it is ideal for putting a litter box in the corner of the cage to make for easy daily cleanup. You can put paper-based products in the litter box.
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Hay: Lots of hay should be provided in the cage. Hay is an essential part of a rabbits diet and helps keep their digestive system healthy.
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Water bottle: A water bottle should be provided in the cage to ensure that your rabbit has access to clean, fresh water at all times.
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Food dish: A small pellet dish should be provided in the cage to hold your rabbit's food.
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Toys: Rabbits need plenty of interesting things to keep them stimulated and happy. You should purchase things like tunnels, plant pots, platforms, and chewing sticks.
It's also important to ensure that the cage is not in a drafty, damp area like a basement, not in direct sunlight, has adequate ventilation, and is in an area of the home where you spend a lot of time.
