What To Have

 

HOUSING

 

• Large x-pen or condo (tall enough that

       rabbit can stand up on its hind legs, long enough for hopping, and for

       the rabbit to stretch out full length)

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• Litterbox (1 inside & 1 outside cage for playtime)

 

• Ceramic food bowl or feeder

 

• Large water bottle/ceramic crock bowl

 

• Bed sheets/pillowcases (for soft, slip-resistant cage flooring)

 

• Bunny-proofed room(s)

 

CONSUMABLES

 

• Limited Timothy-based food pellets daily (Oxbow or Sweet Meadow brand, 1/4 cup per rabbit, make sure pellets have no colorful additives)

 

• Fresh water (unlimited amount)

 

• Timothy Hay (unlimited amount for digestive fiber and chewing

       recreation)

 

• Approved fresh veggies/fruit (add gradually)

 

HEALTH

 

• Experienced rabbit veterinarian (6 month or yearly check-ups)

 

• Hard-case pet carrier

 

GROOMING

 

• Comb/brush

 

• Nail clippers (cat or small dog, not human)

 

ENRICHMENT TOYS

 

• Hard baby car keys

 

• Hard plastic baby rattles

 

• Hard cat jingle balls

 

CHEWING TOYS

 

• Unpainted/undyed wicker or willow

 

• Maple, apple or willow tree branches

 

• Items made from grass

 

• Clean cardboard rolls or boxes

 

CLEANING

 

• Pooper scooper

 

• Broom/dustpan

 

• Non-chemical cleaner: white vinegar, Simple Green

 

• Hand vacuum

 

• Litter substrate for litterbox: Care Fresh, Yesterday’s News,

       Wood Pellets, Aspen Shavings (do not substitute

       other types of shavings), Newspapers and Hay