Can rabbits have cardboard?

As long as the cardboard has no coating or ink, it's non-toxic and safe for rabbits to chew on. However, even plain cardboard can be bad for rabbits' digestion if they consume too much. Excessive amounts of cardboard can cause intestinal blockages.

Can you put cardboard in a rabbit's cage?

Yes, but be careful with the amount of cardboard that they eat. Probably the reason why pet rabbits love to eat cardboard is that it packs on cellulose, which is a significant component of leaves and vegetables that they eat.

Is it OK for rabbits to eat toilet paper rolls?

Yes! One of the safest toys that your active rabbit can have is an empty toilet paper roll. You can stuff the toilet paper roll with hay to make your bunny even happier. This will definitely keep your pet happy and busy for hours while eating and chewing on the cardboard tube.

Can bunnies eat cardboard and paper?

Yes, but be careful with the amount of cardboard that they eat. Probably the reason why pet rabbits love to eat cardboard is that it packs on cellulose, which is a significant component of leaves and vegetables that they eat. However, this does not tell us that cardboards can be meal replacements.

What can I give my bunny to chew on?

Are cardboard toilet paper rolls safe for rabbits?

How do I stop my rabbit being bored?

Why do bunnies pee on you?

Marking Territory

Lastly, your bunny peeing on you might be territorial or sexual behavior. This is called spraying, where rabbits voluntarily urinate on other rabbits, objects, or people to mark as their own.

Can rabbits chew on cardboard rolls?

It is okay for a rabbit to eat cardboard. You don't want the cardboard to be a main source of food, of course, but ingesting cardboard in small amounts is not harmful to your rabbit. Cardboard is actually great for your rabbit to chew on to wear down their teeth.

Can rabbits play with egg cartons?

Empty toilet roles and egg cartons make easy, relatively safe toys for rabbits to chew on and I usually have a egg carton available in Dustin's exercise pen which he occasionally chews on. These kind of things can be filled with hay and treats to make it a bit more exciting for your rabbit.

Is it OK for bunnies to eat paper?

The main danger of a rabbit eating paper is an intestinal blockage. Paper does not break down in a rabbit's digestive tract. If not swallowed in small pieces and quantities, it can leave them constipated. Constipation can be lethal to rabbits.

What should a rabbit sleep on?

The best bedding for rabbits can help to keep your pet healthy for longer. A rabbit's bedding must keep them safe, comfortable, and warm. Rabbits often eat their bedding, so it cannot be toxic. Shredded paper, Aspen shreds, specialist litter or pellets, and hay are all safe options.

Do rabbits like boxes?

Rabbits especially like boxes with at least two entry points. Cardboard paper towel or toilet paper rolls—stuff them with hay and see how much tastier they become!

Can I give my bunny a stick from outside?

Untreated wood is generally fine for rabbits; however you should never give your bunny sticks or tree branches that you find in the yard. They may contain mold spores, parasites, bacteria or insects that can be toxic. Commercially available sticks made from applewood are safe for rabbits to chew on.

Can bunnies chew on corks?

Cork pieces can be found in the reptile section of pet shops or online. They are ideal for rabbits as they can climb, gnaw and hide in the cork pieces. Cork is good for creating a natural habitat and they can be used in a variety of ways. They can be used as ramps to get from one level to another.

How do I keep my indoor rabbit entertained?

Unwanted Cardboard boxes and newspaper always make fun toys. Cut rabbit sized holes in two sides of a large cardboard box, then at the bottom fill with scrunched up newspaper, hay or anything rummage-worthy. Your rabbit can burrow through, searching for perhaps a few treats amongst it all. A rabbit-style lucky dip!

Can I take my rabbit for a walk?

You can also purchase a harness (or walking jacket) and a leash to “walk” your bunny. Basically, “walking” a rabbit means you follow your bun wherever he/she hops. Your rabbit may not like wearing the harness, however, and may try very hard to remove it.

Can I give my rabbit pine cones?

Dried pine cones are a safe and natural toy for pet rabbits. Mental stimulation is important for the happiness and well-being of your pet rabbit. Your rabbit should always have toys available to play with, as rabbits that do not get proper mental stimulation often resort to destructive behaviours to pass the time.

Do rabbits eat their poop?

Bunnies actually make two different kinds of droppings: little black round ones and softer black ones known as cecotropes that are eaten. This process is known as coprophagy, and functions the same as cows chewing their cud.

What smells do rabbits hate?

Rabbits have a strong sense of smell, which they use to find accessible food sources. You can take advantage of this trait by using scents they dislike, such as garlic, vinegar, chili powder, predator urine, sulfur, blood meal, chives, lavender, geraniums, and wax begonias.

Why is my bunny running circles around me?

Circling is usually a form of courtship behavior, indicating that your rabbit wants to mate. It may be accompanied by honking noises. In neutered rabbits, circling can be a way of establishing dominance. Rabbits can also circle when they want attention, are bored, or are initiating play.

Why does my bunny circle my 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.”

Can I give my rabbit a stuffed animal?

Yes, because rabbits love playing with stuffed toys.

Do rabbits watch TV?

Just like us, rabbits can get bored quite easily so need lots of stimulation and changes to their environment. And also just like us, they like to watch TV! It's thought they're attracted to the moving images on the screen but don't let your bunny get square eyes, they need exercise too – just like us.

What do bunnies like to play with?

Objects to play with or throw - such as untreated straw, wicker, sea-grass mats and baskets, balls and plastic flower pots. Solid plastic baby toys such as 'key rings', rattles, stacking cups and some robust cat and parrot toys can make good rabbit toys.

Do rabbits like mirrors?

Rabbits do not recognize their own reflections. When your rabbit sees a mirror, she will believe it's another rabbit. According to Animal Welfare, most single rabbits take pleasure from mirrors.