The rabbit enrichment budget: a box and some hay

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A plain cardboard box can become an interesting stop on a rabbit's daily rounds. Remove tape, staples, labels, and loose string, then make openings large enough for easy entry and exit. Place it on a stable, non-slip surface with fresh grass hay nearby. Keep the setup dry and replace damaged or soiled cardboard.

Watch how your rabbit uses it. Some like to investigate, some like a sheltered pause, and some are enthusiastic renovation crews. Remove the box if your rabbit eats substantial amounts of cardboard instead of just nibbling or shredding it. Enrichment sits alongside a species-appropriate diet, space, exercise, and companionship; it does not replace them.

What's your rabbit's favorite simple enrichment idea? We'd love to see safe floor-level setups and hear what you changed after watching your rabbit explore.

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