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What is the ideal space per rabbit? How much space does one need for 100 rabbits?

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One rabbit should have 8 hops to the other end of the cage and be able to stand up on his hind legs (legal requirements), so you should have a lot of land for that!

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Should a play area outside the hutch have a floor, or is it okay to let the rabbit roam on grass?

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If your rabbit likes to dig or if they are restless, you probably want to lay a floor down. If your rabbit is easygoing and content, you're probably fine with grass. Just make sure the grass is untreated, because the toxins can make your rabbit sick, or even kill them.

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Do rabbits need a little soft bed to sleep in, or is hay okay?

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Hay is great, and a more natural option for rabbits. They don't need a special bed.

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Can a tree be in the cage with the bunny?

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Yes, it can. Your rabbit will enjoy trying to climb it (and might even do so), it will provide shade and protect it from severe winds.

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Where would they go potty?

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Mos rabbits will pick a spot to do all their poop, so look for a pile of pellets. However, if your rabbit is not desexed, it will poop and pee around the edges of its territory. If you have a male rabbit who is spraying pee everywhere and humping things, he needs to be desexed.

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What wood is the best to use?

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Untreated pine is the best choice. Never use treated wood, as it could harm the rabbit.

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What tools do I need?

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You will need a saw and a drill, plus a staple gun. You could use a wire cutter to cut the wire mesh as well.

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How do I keep my rabbits warm during the winter?

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Place straw and cardboard boxes inside the hutch and insulate the outside with layers of bubble wrap around the top, sides and back.

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Should I put a solid floor in the sleeping area for warmth?

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Put down a solid floor first, so the that the rabbit can't dig his way out and escape. Then, put some bedding, or other desired sleeping material, so that the rabbit will be warm.

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Can I make my rabbit cage a 2 story home? Or does it have to be 1 floor?

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It can be 2 stories, but there has to be a ramp of some sort for the bunny to get to the upper level.

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What kind of fencing can I use to allow my bunny to eat grass on the ground that will also make it so the bunny can't escape?

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Keep it in a pen. Rabbits can squeeze through very small spaces and can even dig under fencing.

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Do I have to get another rabbit to live with mine outside?

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You don't have to buy a second rabbit, but you should make sure to give your rabbit plenty of attention!

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Do I have to get another rabbit to be with mine outside?

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It would be best for an outdoor rabbit to have a mate. It alleviates boredom, and they'll have the additional body warmth during colder seasons. Just be very careful picking a friend. Rabbits need time to bond. Opposite sex pairs work best, but make sure they are spayed and neutered before introducing them.

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How big of a cage should this be?

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For any rabbit, the cage should be large enough for them to hop three times from one end to the other, stretch out completely and stand up on their hind legs.

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How big should a Netherland dwarf rabbit's cage be?

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The cage size depends on how much "free roam time" you give your bunny, but I recommend at least 4ft by 2ft by 2ft. Although they are the smallest breed of rabbit, they still need around the same amount of space as an average sized bunny since dwarf breeds are more active than the larger breeds. If you don't have much time to let your bunny out each day, consider getting a cage size as big as an extra large x-pen. Pet store cages are never suitable for any rabbit unless they are free roamed 24/7 (or close), and you are using it as a home base for food, water, and litter.

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Where should I put food for my rabbit?

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You can scatter it on the floor or get your rabbit bowls. Use steady bowls so your rabbits won't tip them over.

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