rabbit hutch - Paw Talk

#1 05-05-2002, 06:37 AM

Can anyone tell me (or send me to a web site) how to build a rabbit hutch? A few days ago I rescued a dwarf rabbit. I have never had a rabbit - and know nothing about them! - so I am completely unprepared. Right now I have him in a cage I already had but I know it isn't big enough ( about 3 1/2ft by 2 1/2ft by 2 1/2ft). I tend to let him roam the house all day and only get in it at night. The bedding I put in there he shoves to the side. I put in towels and he wadded them into a corner. I put in a mineral block too but he hasn't even looked at it I don't think. Any suggestions?

Sassy · #2 05-05-2002, 07:38 AM

How to Build a Rabbit Cage
by Anna MacInnis
Lighthouse Acres Rabbits

I make all my own cages and have always done so. I've made hundreds over the last 40 years, and now they're second nature to me. I use all wire cages because they are self-cleaning and odor-free. Making a cage is very simple. Aside from a table or workbench to work on, you need:

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Sassy · #3 05-05-2002, 07:43 AM

A rabbit hutch is a cage-like accomodation for your rabbit. If you’d like to build one, these do-it-yourself instructions for a 30-inch by 36-inch basic woven wire hutch, with a hardware cloth floor may be of help. This size provides ample room for one rabbit, but you can modify the size to accommodate multiple rabbits (a hutch should be at least four times the size of the rabbit).

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#4 05-05-2002, 08:53 AM

Thanks Sassy! I guess we all know what I will be doing today...

SomeBunny · #5 05-05-2002, 12:23 PM

I build mine from scratch with hardware cloth and plywood and 2x4s and 1x4s will try put a pic of one on here for you to see

#6 05-05-2002, 12:26 PM

A picture would be great! I haven't made anything like this before.

#7 05-05-2002, 08:47 PM

Ok, so I bought the supplies. The guy at the hardware store acted like I had lost my mind. Why is it men think only they can operate a hammer? Anyhoo - hopefully Peter will have his hutch tomorrow. :-)

SomeBunny · #8 05-05-2002, 09:00 PM

this is a pic of the plans I use but I make it for one rabbit not 2 and make a enclosed area on one end for shelter but then I live way up in Canada where they need shelter

from the cold wind ... remember peter will need shelter from the hot sun that is a common death in rabbits is heat stroke hope this helps

#9 05-05-2002, 09:10 PM

Thank you!! That will make it easier having something to look at as well. Peter won't have to worry about heat - he is an indoor bunny. With the exception of our ferret the animals are taking to him pretty well.

I thought if I put something under the bottom that could slide in and out (like the bird cages) it could be cleaned daily and not create an odor problem. I think Peter thinks he is a cat - he is so content to sit in my lap while I type.

SomeBunny · #10 05-05-2002, 09:25 PM

you can by metal drop pans at feed stores up here .. makes like a drawer under it to catch the droppings ..

#11 05-05-2002, 09:27 PM

We have one of those too - I'll check it out tomorrow. Thanks!

Flemish · #12 05-11-2002, 10:35 AM

Good girl that is a great rabbit cage!
I too build my rabbit pens from scratch.I am very lucky to have a wonderful Hubby ,who has kindly donated his work shop for my rabbit rescue cause

I have built 8 pens that are 6 ft by 2ft and 3 ft high.This gives them plenty of room to run and play.I have to say it is so rewarding to build these pens by hand!

SomeBunny · #13 05-11-2002, 02:19 PM

ya makes it lots easier with a plan should have seen the 1st one I tried to build looks like a 10 yr old boy did it but now i have a plan my sister and I can bang one up in an afternoon ...going to make another day for my little ginger girl (coconuts baby that I kept for my daughter)

....wooohooo watch out two women with powertools could be dangerous

meenachumber · #14 06-28-2007, 05:01 AM

hi somebunny,

Iv been reading this thread and i thought of asking for your help as id love to have picture instruction on how to make a rabbit hutch, iv never done anything like this and am thinking of buying a rabbit and i wanted to make its home my self. i have no idea what type of wood i will need to use or even what size nails so thought id ask you.

meena

Susie · #15 12-29-2007, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by good-girl


	this is a pic of the plans I use but I make it for one rabbit not 2 and make a enclosed area on one end for shelter but then I live way up in Canada where they need shelter from the cold wind ... remember peter will need shelter from the hot sun that is a common death in rabbits is heat stroke hope this helps

Hi, I read the threads about building your own rabbit hutches. My husband and I used to raises rabbits along with a few other animals but most of the building he did. I am now divorce and would very much like to start raising rabbits again and make my own hutches only I don't know where to begin. You mentioned posting a pic of the hutches you made, would it be possible for you to send me a pic. I can't seem to find where the pic was posted. Thanks. Susie