Our daughter is 10 and raises rabbits. We used to use kitty litter in their cages, but when our warren got to 16 rabbits, I was easily spending $30 a month on stuff for the rabbits to eliminate on. Another breeder introduced me to using birch shavings in the under-trays instead. It smells nice and instead of claying up our compost bin, we now have something that breaks down easily. We even use it raw in our flower garden, and our flowers have never looked better!
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when you used kitty litter, what kind did you use? I had thought of using kitty litter for our one bunny, but was told that the clumping kitty litter was very bad for the rabbits (even in an under tray).
thanks!
Don't ever use clumping or clay cat litter for rabbits!!! The dust can cause severe upper respiratory infection, and rabbits have to eat a special stool that they produce. If they are sitting in the litter box when they eat the stool, they may consume some of the litter and end up with a blockage that may kill them. Rabbits also shouldn't be placed in enclosures with wire bottoms, they are very bad for their feet, they can actually break their own back if their toe gets caught in between the wires (pet stores sell tham because they make money, not because they are the best thing).
Birch shavings emit a toxic fume when "used" that can ultimately kill a rabbit.
Use shredded newspaper and hay. It's economic and easy and best for them. :) It's what I use for my 2 house bunnies.
Hello,
I have worked for a Veterinarian for over 27 years. Please do not use birch or any other wood shaving near your rabbit. These shaving can cause an upper respiratory infection in they breathe it 24/7.
Hi Kellie! I have a Holland Lop Bunny named Olly that my parents got me for Easter. Honestly, we didn't know squat about bunnies so we researched a lot. We came across a video on Youtube that explained the best type of litter material and it said that any litter than smells good to us is NOT good for the bunnies' health. The problem is the aromatic phenols and they can effect the bunny in a negative way. I use Timothy Hay because it absorbs the waste very well and it is good for the bunnies' digestive system. For more information, the link is www.youtube.com/
Sophia
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