Welcoming a rabbit into your home, whether as a pet or as part of a specific breeding program, requires good preparation. To ensure its well-being from day one, it is essential to have the right rabbit equipment. Terwagne, an expert in professional breeding equipment, introduces you to the essential rabbit accessories, suitable for both beginners and enthusiasts.
How to take care of a pet rabbit at home?
When you adopt a pet rabbit, it's essential to have the necessary accessories and equipment.
1. A spacious cage or hutch
The first element of your rabbit equipment is its habitat. Whether it's an indoor cage or an outdoor hutch, it must be large enough for your rabbit to move, eat, drink, and relieve itself comfortably.
For an indoor cage, opt for a solid bottom to protect its paws, with at least 1 meter in length for a dwarf rabbit. Also, provide a shelter or tunnel so it can rest safely.
For an outdoor hutch, choose a sturdy, well-insulated model protected from predators, with a sheltered part and a wire-fenced enclosure where it can roam. Also, ensure it is easy to clean.
Install the habitat in a living room, while respecting the quiet times your rabbit needs. Finally, remember to let it out for several hours a day so it can exercise.
2. A balanced diet
Diet is essential for your rabbit's health. Provide quality hay, an indispensable base of its diet, available at all times thanks to a rack installed in its hutch.
Supplement with specific pellets, high in fiber and low in calcium, given in moderation. Consider using a stable bowl to prevent spills.
Fresh water should be accessible at all times, via a water dispenser, a pipette bottle, or a heavy bowl, which should be cleaned daily to prevent bacterial growth.
Finally, after a few weeks, gradually introduce fresh vegetables, favoring green leaves like romaine lettuce or parsley.
3. Care supplies
To properly take care of a rabbit at home, it is important to have some hygiene and care accessories to ensure its comfort and cleanliness.
A soft brush helps remove dead hair, especially during molting periods. A nail clipper is necessary for regularly trimming its claws.
An absorbent litter, placed in a tray, helps keep the cage clean.
Finally, equip yourself with products suitable for cleaning its eyes and ears to prevent infections.
4. Toys for rabbits
An active rabbit needs toys to expend energy and avoid stress. Here are the essential accessories:
- Chew toys: untreated wood, cardboard rolls, hay tunnels to wear down its teeth.
- Intelligence toys: toys with hidden treats to stimulate its mind.
- Tunnels and hideouts: huts, boxes, or tunnels where it can hide and explore.
Do you have questions about the necessary equipment for your pet rabbit?
Terwagne is here to advise you on the ideal equipment for your rabbit. Contact us via our online form or by phone.
