Those who have rabbits as pets can attest to how intelligent and characterful they are. This does mean that they need a suitable amount of entertainment to avoid becoming bored or depressed – cue our activities for rabbits.
There are some things that you can do with your rabbit, such taking them for a walk, and others that you can set up for them to do themselves, such as foraging or some of the best rabbit toys. If you're not sure how to play with your rabbit, here are 32 activities for rabbits you can try to keep them happy.
32 activities to do with your rabbit
1. Harness walking
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Some rabbits don't cooperate, but most can be trained to walk on one of the best rabbit harnesses. This allows them to safely explore their surroundings under your supervision and means that they can roam much further and investigate places where they might otherwise get lost.
2. Watch TV
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While your rabbit probably isn't actually watching the TV, they will probably appreciate some quiet hang-out time with you. If you bring them out and put them on your lap or beside you while you watch the television, it can become a sweet activity you share.
3. Explore
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Rabbits like to explore, so give them lots of enriching features in their enclosure to investigate. This can be tunnels, places to hide, toys or different plants to try.
4. Play
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Once your bunny is comfortable with you, they will probably enjoy playing. If you are careful, and gentle and read their body language, you can initiate play with your rabbit or allow them to initiate with you. You can play with toys or play hide and seek.
5. Chewing
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While you might not enjoy this one as much as your pet, make sure they have lots of material (such as the best hay for rabbits) to chew. Rabbit teeth grow throughout their lives, so they need to keep chewing hard objects to keep them at a comfortable length. If they are not provided items to chew, it's likely that they will chew on things you don't want them to, such as power cables and furniture.
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6. Nesting
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Make sure your rabbit has lots of materials to create a nest and a suitable space for nesting in. Lots of the best bedding for rabbits, such as straw, sawdust, hay, or shredded paper will allow your bunny to express their natural instinct to build nests. Just make sure you clean them out regularly and replace them with clean, fresh bedding.
7. Foraging
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Rabbits are natural foragers, and you can satisfy this instinct by giving them things to forage. Hiding edible flowers or small pieces of apple or berries in some hay will encourage your rabbit to forage for the high-value items.
8. Digging
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Female rabbits are more likely to dig than males, building huge warren structures when left unchecked. Boys dig too, but for different reasons. These warrens serve as a safe and cozy place to raise their families.
