I have had rabbits in the past but they always deposited all over the apartment - I would love to have another if we could get him/her to use a litter box.... any suggestions?
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2006-10-27 05:21:30 · 15 answers · asked by Ms L 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Do not, I repeat, do not put your rabbit in a bathtub. It will not be able to get enough traction under its feet to move around. This is how I did it.
We took in a rabbit that was no longer wanted. I got a large cage and watched which corner of the cage the rabbit used to go potty. I then put the litter box in that corner. It's easier than you think. When your rabbit is using this litter box all the time, you can expand its territory. Start with one room at a time.
Unfortunately, you will need to watch the rabbit to see which corner it prefers in that room and then stick another litter box there. They can't hold it for a really long time, so it's probably a good idea to have multiple litter boxes, easily available in each room.
Once my rabbit started using the litter box outside of her cage, she seemed to "get it". I also have cats, so you can imagine the circus at my house. The cats don't discriminate. A litter box is a litter box to them and there is no ownership allowed. The rabbit uses the litter boxes, but won't go in them if there is any cat waste there at the moment. Rather than drive myself nuts doing constant litter box patrol, I got some of those puppy training pads and put one at the entrance to each litter box. The bunny goes over, looks in the litter box, and decides whether it is the box or the pad at that moment.
It doesn't take long and I wish you good luck.
Insofar as type of litter to use, it is best not to use cat litter if you are keeping your rabbit confined to a cage, because they have very sensitive respiratory systems and the dust, confined in a cage, can hurt the bunny. However, if the rabbit is running free in a house, she won't be overcome with dust. I just use the clumping cat litter in all my boxes, along with the puppy training pads, and everyone is very happy.
2006-10-27 07:48:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. I'm surprised that you've had so much trouble in the past. I've found rabbits who easily use their litterbox.
First, make sure that all of your rabbits have been spayed or neutered (if they're not already).
Depending on the size of the area that they have access to, you may want to use multiple litterboxes in different places. Litterboxes should have ample litter in them (Carefresh brand is very good) and hay. Boxes should also be cleaned every day or two. If there are certain places where the rabbits tend to go, put a litterbox there. They're telling you that's a spot that they like.
Most of the time, if you adopt a rabbit from a shelter or rabbit rescue group, they're already litterbox trained.
2006-10-27 05:28:54 · answer #2 · answered by CanineHeroTahoe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love rabbits too ! ( I have 5 )
They are pretty easy to get to use a litter box , I have done this several times before. Have you ever trained a cat to do this before ? If you have its basically the same thing. Rabbits are a lot smarter than most people give them credit for, they catch on fast.
If you have any more questions or concerns about rabbits I would suggest visiting rabbit.org
That is the House Rabbit Society they are very helpful.
And plus they have tons of adorable photos of bunnys !
2006-10-27 06:39:43 · answer #3 · answered by Alley 9 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard of this before. When I had a rabbit he liked to go in one spot but he was in a cage so this is somewhat different. I know they make special litter for Rabbits, maybe if you keep the rabbit in like an empty bathtub for a while, with the litter box, he will learn to use it because he won't want to get the rest all nasty.
2006-10-27 05:26:02 · answer #4 · answered by Stephie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is simple, just put a litterbox where the rabbit goes the first time in the house. You dont need to train the rabbit, the rabbit will simply choose where and it is up to you to keep the box clean so your home does not smell.
2006-10-27 05:52:18 · answer #5 · answered by Tiffany 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes i have. Just do it the same as a cat. They have corner pottys for rabbits cages. Plus they have special litter for them to. Its easier than it seems. Just try to watch how often it goes to the bathroom and say it goes every 30 minutes, watch the clock and after 30 minutes go over to the cage and put him or her in the litter tray. Kepp repeating it until it learns it. Good luck.
2006-10-27 05:26:02 · answer #6 · answered by Pinky 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just put a litter box in the cage to start, and then you can move it later if you like. The rabbit usually just automatically starts using it, just like a cat.
2006-10-27 05:29:37 · answer #7 · answered by noambition 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put a litter box in your bathroom or laundry. The door must be open for the rabbit to access it. Your rabbit will love the freedom on having a hop around and will probably accidently drop a few little poops in excitement. Just grab your dust pan and brush and scoop them up and put them in the litter tray. Pick up the bunny and pop him/her in there too. You can even grab a little front paw and make digging actions - be gentle. Speak in kind and encouraging tones. If your rabbit chooses a corner somewhere else as a toilet put the litter tray in that spot for a short time. I would later move the litter tray back to the bathroom because it is easier to sweep up the litter that an enthusiastic bunny may accidently flick out of the tray. If the door is closed or litter tray is absent my bunny soon lets me know by acting strangely and leaving his little presents at the closed door. Remember to protect your electrical wiring, tv antenna wires, telephone wires from nibbling by buying tubing. Slit the tubing along its length and lay the wiring inside the tubing. Remember to limit the rabbits access to areas such as behind stereos and televisions. This is for their safety and your sanity.
Don't let your bunny nibble on newspapers because later he or she will not know the difference between newspapers and your favourite book.
I let my bunny have a little run around the lounge room about twice a week for about 2 hours at the most. During that time we have cuddles. He eats a little piece of biscuit or carrot from my hand. He also rubs his chin on all sorts of thing. This is his way of saying 'this is mine'. You have to be careful how you walk around the room because they love to be around your feet. My rabbit herds me! That is to say he is rounding me up in the same way a dog heards up (or rounds up) sheep. He does it because he loves us but we always have to be careful we dont accidently step on him or kick him while walking. After 2 hours he is laying in a dark spot having a rest anyway. If you see your rabbit do a weird jump in the air with back legs in one direction and and front legs in another, don't panic, he is not loopy just very happy!! Enjoy your bunny!!!
2006-10-27 06:53:33 · answer #8 · answered by Requesting Rita 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-05 07:09:52 · answer #9 · answered by kobayashi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure I have my rabbits litter box trained you can find articles on these websites. It really helps if you spay or neuter them. Don't use cedar for the box. Carefresh or wood stove pellets work great (and they're inexpensive).
2006-10-27 05:27:33 · answer #10 · answered by sugarcarat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋