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Housing

Rabbits need a pen that is at least 4 times the length of the rabbit. A dog training folding fence 26 or more inches tall serves as a simple pen. Other people buy large dog cages. House rabbit organizations caution against using a grid floor, as this will cause sore hocks (sores on the bottom of the rabbit’s back feet). Carpet or linoleum can be added to a cage that has a grid floor to protect the rabbit’s feet. Another option for a rabbit cage is a multiple-level condo. The rabbit condo can be made by using cable ties and storage cubes (sample building instructions). This provides the rabbit plenty of jumping options and variety. Basic necessities for the cage include a litter box, water, food bowl, hay, and toys.


Litter training

A rabbit is easy to litter train, especially if the rabbit has been spayed or neutered. When a rabbit is placed in a new area, it is common for him to mark the area with his droppings. After he gets acquainted to the area, he naturally starts favoring a certain location. A litter box, usually a small cat litter box, filled with about one inch of non-toxic litter, is placed there. Most pet stores carry safe litter that is easy to handle, clean, and absorbent. Sawdust pellets (wood stove fuel pellets), Carefresh, and Yesterday’s News are popular. Litter made from pine or cedar is not used because inhaling the aromatic oils in them may cause liver damage to the rabbit. Placing the hay close to the litter box can speed up the training, since rabbits like to defecate and eat at the same time.


Feeding

House rabbits of all ages are provided an unlimited amount of timothy hay—roughage that reduces the chance of blockages and malocclusion. House rabbits are typically given about 2 cups chopped dark, green, leafy vegetables per 6 pounds of body weight and up to 2 tablespoons of fruit per 6 pounds body weight daily. Rabbits are provided an unlimited amount of fresh water. House rabbit owners commonly provide treats, although in very limited quantities, which can include a few pellets, a slice of strawberry, or other healthy foods. Advertised treats in the pet stores are occasionally used, although even more sparingly, since they typically have very high sugar content.

Some of the vegetables that rabbits enjoy are romaine, escarole, turnip, collard, kale, parsley, thyme, cilantro, dandelion and basil. New vegetables are introduced slowly since rabbits have delicate digestive systems. Cauliflower and cabbage are avoided because they cause gas and can lead to gastrointestinal stasis, which can be fatal. Starchy vegetables such as potatoes or corn are also avoided.

House proofing

A house rabbit needs at least two hours daily out of his cage to run and explore. He is provided an area where he is free to roam in which hazards (to house or bunny) have been mitigated. For example, to prevent electrocution, an owner will hide electrical cords cover them with flexible clear tubing (slit lengthwise), such as that purchased in the plumbing section of a home store. Another commonly protected item is woodwork, which is subject to being chewed; this problem is mitigated by providing something in the room that will attract the rabbit to chew instead, such as an old phone book, large pieces of paper, or a toilet paper roll. Despite the hazards of a house, it does provide an inherent shelter; house rabbit owners do not leave their rabbits outside unattended, since predators may attack, or there may be pesticides that can harm the rabbit.




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Why to Keep Your Rabbit Indoors



The House Rabbit Society recommends your companion rabbit be housed indoors. A hutch rabbit cannot possibly receive as much attention as a rabbit within the home. After all, how much time do you intend to spend in the yard? Personalities emerge when your rabbit gets to know you. Their potential is realized when you enjoy each others' companionship.




Indoor Rabbits
Outdoor Rabbits

Rabbits are safer indoors
More likely to be preyed upon. They can be frightened to death without even being touched by a predator.

Rabbits enjoy companionship from humans and sometimes other animals
Hutch rabbits often appear dull, uninterested or frightened. Rabbits need socializing.

Rabbits hide illnesses. You must act quickly when they are sick. When indoors, you notice their eating & behavior changes more quickly.
You may not catch the subtle difference they exhibit when they are sick. Could mean life or death.

Indoor rabbits will probably live longer. They are safer from poor weather conditions, threatening animals, and are generally happier rabbits.
When it is raining and cold, you may not go out to feed or check on your rabbit. He, too, is cold and lonely.

Indoor rabbits tend to become a part of the family. Not as easily forgotten about or given away. The human/animal bond is optimized when you get to see bunny dances and enjoy their companionship after a hard day.
Outdoor rabbits are sometimes even afraid of humans because they are not familiar with them. Housing a rabbit outdoors is usually the beginning of the end