Housing
When it comes to keeping rabbits in the home, compromises have to be made.
The decision to keep a cat in an apartment requires the willingness to tolerate certain behaviors of the fluffy darlings, such as chewing on walls, corners or possibly cables that are not well protected or even losing small droppings on the carpet.
But living together can be incredibly great.
Because here it is important that you create a retreat corner for your darlings, where the little ones can also retreat from time to time, especially when you have visitors from time to time, they should be given an area.
Many of our pets don't like it when there is too much noise or commotion in the home. Being close to rabbits enriches everyday life in a unique way.
You will love it as much as your little ones.
But here too, you should always think about a varied interior so that boredom does not arise even in free-range housing.
It should also be taken into account that in their natural environment they find gnawing material everywhere in the form of meadow plants, twigs, bark, leaves and much more.
To avoid damage to furniture, metal furniture feet or similar can be used.
In addition, the rabbits should have access to fresh twigs and fresh food from nature in many places. For example, boxes with hay and straw. Leaves, as well as seasonal foliage and roots can be offered in boxes.
Snow offers a great change in winter. If you don't have a balcony, you can bring snow into your pet's home in a box.
A large digging box with different materials such as children's play sand, planted grass, or soil can also be made available to the rabbits to satisfy their natural need to dig.
Here you can implement many things to provide variety for your loved ones at any time.
Rabbits kept in free-range housing can also enjoy the weather outside all year round, regardless of weather conditions such as rain or snow and temperatures.
However, there are some requirements that must be met to ensure the health and well-being of the rabbits. One important requirement is that they can return to their familiar environment at any time , so the balcony door should always be open or accessible, for example, through a door left ajar, a cat flap or by opening the door to them immediately when they scratch at the door.
However, it is important that they are not "locked out" in unfamiliar temperatures , as rabbits have difficulty adjusting to large temperature fluctuations if they cannot return to their usual environment at any time.
It is well known that keeping rabbits in cages is cruelty to animals . Even so-called "very large cages" do not provide enough space for the natural movements and needs of rabbits and guinea pigs.
No rabbit should be forced to be confined in a small prison that is available commercially.
For this reason, you can do without such a small cage , but it is also important to understand that rabbits are lively animals and need a lot of space to run, jump and dig .
Keeping animals in a species-appropriate manner means giving them the freedom they need to enjoy their lives to the fullest.
That's why we offer great and unique products for you in your favorite, which can be combined in all your living spaces.
- Although large cages are still for sale, it is still difficult for rabbits to move around in a species-appropriate manner and thus let off steam.
They are prevented from living out their natural behaviors, such as running, turning and digging. For this reason, we offer a great selection of enclosure elements that can be individually adapted to your pets and can be expanded at any time, regardless of size and needs.
- A common consequence of the cramped conditions in cages is the occurrence of serious injuries or intolerances among our pets or even behavioral problems.
The situation is similar to that of humans when we are locked in a tiny room with a good friend - lack of space can cause aggression. Similarly, animals cannot escape or retreat when they are kept in a tight cage.
- It is not uncommon for rabbits to develop behavioral problems due to boredom and to occupy themselves in undesirable ways. For example, they may begin to gnaw heavily on the inside of the cage or nibble on the bars, to name just a few behavioral problems. It is important to understand that rabbits are very intelligent and curious. Keeping them in a species-appropriate manner should therefore offer them opportunities to express their natural behaviors, such as digging or jumping around wildly, in order to avoid boredom and promote their mental abilities.
Keeping rabbits and guinea pigs in one enclosure offers numerous advantages. A large area can be dedicated entirely to the rabbits or guinea pigs and designed accordingly.
We can also give you individual advice, as we offer numerous products for your loved ones.
Especially if rabbits are not house trained or tend to destroy the home, a large enclosure is often the best choice to protect your inventory.
Here, a non-slip and waterproof PVC floor as well as a stable border made of our enclosure elements of 80 cm height provide safe accommodation and protection. We also offer an adapted form of our elements for guinea pigs - 30 cm high.
Furthermore, you don't have to go without anything in an enclosure, because even here we can cater to all needs and set up your rabbit or guinea pig enclosure with you.
Rabbit rooms are an increasingly popular way to offer your little furry friends a species-appropriate home.
These rooms, specially designed for rabbits, offer the animals plenty of space to play, romp and explore.
A great option to keep rabbits that are not house trained or destructive in a species-appropriate manner without them having to go without anything.
You, as an owner, should still spend a lot of time with your rabbits so that they do not feel too isolated and get bored.
Here you can try out great intelligence toys with your loved ones or challenge your little ones with some clicker training .
It is best to keep the door to the rabbit room open at all times or even to take it off its hinges to give the rabbits the opportunity to romp around outside the room.
Our element doors made of plexiglass are also suitable here . If you do not always have the opportunity to leave them running in the apartment, you can observe them at any time and they can also observe you at any time.
- We at Hoppel-Werkstatt know how important it is for rabbits to have a species-appropriate environment in order to feel comfortable and happy. That's why we offer a wide range of accessories and furnishings that are specifically tailored to the needs of your pets.
Whether you want to set up a rabbit enclosure or design an entire room for your rabbits - we have everything you need to create a varied and species-appropriate environment. From cozy caves and tunnels about climbing frames and toys to feeding and drinking vessels - our range leaves nothing to be desired.
- We are constantly looking for new, innovative products and ideas so that we can always offer the best accessories and furnishings. Because we know that happy rabbits are healthy rabbits - and that is our ultimate goal.
So, take a look at our online shop and get inspired on how you can transform your rabbits’ home into a species-appropriate oasis!