Rabbits are intelligent, social, and surprisingly active animals. Whether you're a first-time bunny owner or a seasoned rabbit enthusiast, having the right setup makes all the difference in your rabbit's health and happiness. Here's everything you need to know about rabbit care essentials — from housing and feeding to enrichment and exercise.
Housing: Setting Up the Perfect Rabbit Space
Rabbits need more space than most people expect. A good rabbit habitat should allow them to stand fully upright, stretch out completely, and take at least three hops in any direction. Whether you choose an indoor enclosure, a hutch, or a free-roam setup, the key is giving your rabbit room to move.
For rabbits that need a safe, contained exercise area, the Pop Up Pet Playpen Portable Foldable Exercise Pen works beautifully as a rabbit run — indoors or outdoors. It sets up in seconds and folds flat for easy storage, giving your bunny a safe space to explore and binky to their heart's content.
Feeding: Hay, Pellets & Fresh Greens
A rabbit's diet should be approximately 80% hay, 15% fresh leafy greens, and 5% high-quality pellets. Hay is the cornerstone of rabbit health — it keeps their digestive system moving and wears down their continuously growing teeth.
Grass Mats: Hay + Enrichment in One
Grass mats are a brilliant dual-purpose product for rabbits — they can chew on them for fiber and dental health, and also use them as a cozy nap surface. The Ultimate Chew-athon: 12 Grass Mats is a fantastic value pack that keeps your rabbit busy, well-fed, and comfortable. Made from natural grass, they're safe to chew and fully digestible.
Water: Hydration is Critical
Fresh water must always be available. Rabbits can drink from both bowls and bottles — many vets recommend bowls as they're more natural, but bottles work well for keeping water clean in a hutch or enclosure.
The Automatic Water Bottle & Food Feeder Station for Small Animals is designed specifically for small pets like rabbits, guinea pigs, and hamsters. It combines a drip-free water bottle with a food station bowl — keeping everything tidy and accessible in one compact unit.
Enrichment: Keeping Your Rabbit Mentally Stimulated
Bored rabbits become destructive rabbits. Enrichment is essential — rabbits need things to chew, dig, toss, and explore. Rotate toys regularly to keep things fresh and engaging.
Soft Plush Toys for Companionship
Rabbits are social animals and often enjoy having soft companions in their space. Small plush toys give them something to nudge, groom, and carry around. The Crinkle Paper Stuffed Plush Toy is lightweight and crinkly — the texture and sound can be stimulating for curious bunnies.
For a bigger toy bundle, the 5 Pack Stuffed Plush Animal Toy Bundle gives you a variety of shapes and textures to rotate through your rabbit's play area — keeping enrichment fresh and engaging week after week.
Essential Rabbit Care Tips
- Hay every day — unlimited timothy or orchard grass hay should always be available
- Spay or neuter — reduces aggression, prevents cancer, and improves litter habits
- Rabbit-proof your home — cover cables, block off dangerous areas before free-roaming
- Handle gently — rabbits have fragile spines; always support their hindquarters
- Annual vet visits — find an exotic vet experienced with rabbits for best care
- Social time daily — rabbits need interaction; consider adopting a bonded pair
Build the Perfect Rabbit Setup
From cozy grass mats to spacious exercise pens and enrichment toys, we have everything you need to give your rabbit a happy, healthy life. Browse our full small animal collection at Nikko's Pet Supplies and set your bunny up for success.
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