What can I use instead of newspaper for rabbits?

Rabbit Bedding Alternatives

• Fleece. Image Credit: Efraimstochter, Pixabay.
• Shredded Paper. Any paper that hasn’t been printed with ink or chemically treated can make a fine addition to your rabbit’s litter box.
• Shredded Cardboard. Image Credit: Ylloh, Pixabay.
• Hay. Image Credit: Pikist.
• Newspaper.

What do you put on top of a rabbit run?

Solid Plastic. Many rabbit cages have a solid plastic floor. Plastic is easy to wipe clean and won’t harm your rabbits’ feet. To make a plastic floor more rabbit friendly, lay plenty of hay or bedding on top.

How can I help my bored rabbit?

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!

How do I stop my rabbit digging up when I run?

Fill your digging box with grass, bedding, shredded newspaper, or dirt. Make sure to bury rabbit-safe toys and food treats for your rabbits to find. You can also use cardboard boxes and tubes to create an above-ground house or burrow for your rabbit hutch or run.

Can I line my rabbit cage with newspaper?

Yes, you can use paper to line your rabbit cage. Brown paper bags, in particular, make a good liner. Newspaper, whether shredded or laid flat, can also work. It’s important, however, to avoid paper that has any sort of coating or finish, as these can make your rabbit sick.

Is it OK to put rabbits on wet grass?

So domestic rabbits may need some help to keep them warm in the chilly winter months. Being cold and wet can lead to your rabbit becoming ill and could be fatal if action is not taken. Older rabbits can suffer from painful arthritis, so need to be kept warm and dry.