Rabbits love to hop free in the warm sunshine, but can get into trouble if their time outside isn�t rabbit proofed. If you plan on letting your rabbit have some outdoor fun, it is important to make sure that your rabbit is safe and well contained. To keep your rabbit safe while outdoors, follow these simple steps:
- Make sure the area your rabbit plays in is secure. Rabbits can jump a fence that is lower than 5 feet. Make sure that your fence is 5 feet high or taller. If you don�t have a tall fence, consider using a small animal playpen, such as the Clean Living Playpen for a Small Dog or Animal, to keep your pet contained. This pen can be used outdoors as a safe play area or indoors with the mat to give your rabbit a safe indoor play area.
- Because rabbits like to dig, it is important that the fence be placed at least 12 inches into the ground.
- Inspect your fence for gaps or holes to prevent your rabbit from escaping. Repair any holes and cover gaps to keep your rabbit safely contained.
- Remove any debris, toxic materials, or objects that may harm your rabbit.
- Make sure that your yard has rabbit friendly plantings. Safe plants for rabbits to nibble on are: apples, basil, blackberries, chickweed, wild chicory, red clover, white clover, dandelions, grapes, lemon balm, silver maple, sugar maple, mint, pear, raspberries, sunflowers, and willow.
- Scatter some toys around the yard for your rabbit to play with. By keeping your rabbit entertained, you will have to keep your rabbit out of trouble.
- Keep some water on hand to keep your rabbit hydrated while playing. Provide your rabbit with a shady spot. Make sure that your rabbit has some shade to take a break from the sun.
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