There are many different brands and different kinds of litter boxes available in the pet rabbit market. But some work, and some don't. How can you know which one will work for your specific rabbit? There are so many to choose from!
When choosing a litter box, there are a few important things to consider before buying one.
Below are some popular litter box options. All of these can be purchased at any pet store or on Amazon.com.
When choosing a litter box, there are a few important things to consider before buying one.
- The litter box has to fit inside the rabbit's cage/room/enclosure.
- It has to be big enough for the rabbit to turn around in and dig.
- There have to be high sides so the rabbit can't kick the litter out and can't pee over the side (which can also happen because the box is too small).
- At least one side has to be short enough for the rabbit to hop over comfortably, even in old age.
- It has to be easy to clean.
- It has to be a material that the rabbit will not be interested in chewing in or paying much attention to. A wooden or cardboard box, for example, would be the perfect thing for a rabbit to eat. If you get a plastic box, which some rabbits like to nibble on, make sure it won't harm your rabbit if ingested.
- It has to be a material that will last a long time. Rabbits have pretty long lifespans, and purchasing a new litter box each year (or sooner) would soon run your rabbit bill quite high! I do recommend replaying your rabbit's litter box with a new one very few years (2-4), or as necessary.
Below are some popular litter box options. All of these can be purchased at any pet store or on Amazon.com.
This is the type of litter box I use. I have used it for several years (almost 5), and I love it. I replaced the old box with a new one just like it. It works great for Elsie, my Holland Lop doe! She's had it since she was 6ish mos to now almost 5! Photo cred: PetCo.com
When I first got my house rabbit, I tried this litter box. It didn't work. Once Elsie reached her full grown size (she's only 4lbs or so), she would urinate over the side because it was too small. There are larger options available, I'm sure, but so far I haven't found one at a pet store. Photo cred: PetCo.com
Becoming increasingly popular is the Scatterless litter pan. This kind of litter box is super easy to clean, keeps the rabbit clean, and keeps the surrounding areas clean, because the rabbit can't kick litter all over the floor. Super awesome style, and perfect for house rabbits. Photo cred: Amazon.com
I don't suggest using a box such as a cardboard or wooden box. Of course, these CAN work, sometimes, but will need to be replaced frequently.
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