If you're thinking about a new rabbit, you might be asking yourself: what should I buy them? Making sure you have the proper supplies for your bunny is absolutely crucial. There is definitely a lot of conflicting information on the web about what rabbits really do need, what is optional, what to avoid, etc. All of the info you will find on this checklist is based off of years of rabbit experience on our end, including some trial and error, as well as speaking with other experienced rabbit breeders and pet owners from all over. Click the buttons under a product to buy that item online!
Please note - we are not veterinarians, and again this info is based off of personal experience and research.
Pelleted Food - Listed below are the pelleted food brands we recommend!
Oxbow Garden Select
These pellets are a good option, and are much better than the Oxbow essentials pellets. However these are still on the brown side, and we prefer the other pellet brands. ~ Can be found at some local pet/farm stores, and on amazon.com and chewy.com
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Haystack Naturals Pellets
Haystack pellets are locally milled in Oregon and are free of corn & soy. Our bunnies love them! They are found at select local farm stores in Oregon. |
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Sherwood Pellets
Sherwood Pet Health definitely produces the most high quality pellets out there. They are super green and fresh smelling, and the ingredients are amazing. It is soy, corn, and gluten/grain free. It is by far the most expensive of this list of pellets (and so thats why we cannot feed it) but I'd say it's worth it. |
After you've chosen a pellet brand, you can put a "check" on that!
Hay - listed below are the hay brands we recommend. Remember, hay is CRUCIAL!
Small Pet Select Assorted Hay
This brand provides high quality hay that is shipped to your door. It is very green and fresh! They sell Orchard grass, Timothy, Oat, and Alfalfa hay. Small Pet Select is definitely spendier than Oxbow or a bale of hay. |
Oxbow Assorted Hay
Oxbow provides quality hay for an affordable price. If you order online, it can be shipped to your door (and for free is you have Amazon Prime)! It is very green, fresh, and fragrant. They have Timothy, Orchard Grass, Oat, Alfalfa, Botanical, and Meadow grass hay, as well as hay mixtures to keep thing fun for your bun! (Rhyme intended). ;) They also have organic hays. |
Hay Bales
Hay bales are easily the most affordable option. These usually come from local farmers and therefor are nice and fresh! Most local farm/feed stores carry these. You can also look on Craigslist and Facebook marketplace to see if any local farmers are selling bales. ALWAYS make sure you get Orchard Grass, Oat, or Timothy hay (recommended) as a lot of the time bales are mixed with other types of hay that may not be good for your bun. |
Remember - alfalfa hay is very high in calories/sugar and should only be fed to bunnies under 5-6 months, if at all.
After you've chosen a hay brand, you can put a "check" on that!
Treats - listed below are the treat brands we recommend.
Oxbow Assorted Treats
Oxbow has an absolutely amazing line of treats. They have freeze dried fruit treats as well as baked treats. They come in Cranberry, Apple, Banana, Carrot, Hay flavored, and more! |
Small Pet Select Assorted Treats
Small Pet Select has tons of amazing treat types made from fruit, hay, & veggies! They have baked and dried fruit/hay biscuits and treats. Although a little speedy, your bunny will love them! |
Once you've chosen some treats for your bun, you can put a "check" on that!
Housing - Cages, Hutches, and more
Pen Cages (recommended)
Clear Playpen by Songmics (personal favorite)!
This playpen is amazing! It is clear, so you can see what your buns are doing through the bars. It provides tons of space for buns! It also has a bottom (which should be covered with something, so they don’t slip). And, it’s only $46.99 (plus free shipping)!
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Wire Playpen #1 by Frisco
This pen is a perfect area for your buns! It provides plenty of room for one or two bunnies, and has a door on it. It can be found exclusively on chewy.com (the reason we choose the Frisco pen vs. others, is because Frisco has the best price and great quality in our experience). This pen is just $29.99 for a 36 inch tall one!
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Metal Playpen by BestPet
This metal pen is amazing! It is a very solid construction, being made from metal and wire vs. just wire. It provides plenty of space - and the panels are also adjustable to different shapes! It’s only $89.99 for 8 32” W x 40” H panels. A great deal, plus free shipping!
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Wire C&C Grid Cage by Langria
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C&C grids are by far one of my favorite options as far as housing goes. They are not only very affordable, but can be used to create many different unique housing options! You can customize the size and shape to your needs. A lot of people will make bunny condos out of them that are a few stories high. The possibility are endless! You will need a bottom for this cage, so scroll down to find the different options for cage bottoms. Plus, it's only $29.99 for 23 panels on amazon.com!!
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Cages
Living World Deluxe Habitat XL
This cage is great! Although more spendy than the other options, it is a good size (at about 7 sq. ft.) and should easily fit into your home. It also features a ramp and a area that is higher up, and a little "cave" area so your bun can feel safe and secure. It costs $99.99 on Amazon.com, and its Prime!
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KW Cages Bunny Villa
KW Cages does an amazing job of making functional & stylish rabbit cages. These bunny villas feature easy to clean linoleum flooring, and are on wheels! No tools are required for setup. Plus they are all power coated steel construction, and have a large top opening for easy access of your buns. Truly a great cage! A single story is $199.89, and a double story is $347.49.
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42 inch Double Door Dog Crate by Frisco
We have personally used dog crates for years. Although they are very functional, we are having to switch, because the babies can fit out of the bar spacing when they are little! However, crates feature solid flooring, that is easy to clean and not slippery - plus, the pan slides out! They are also made from coated metal, and no wood, so hosing them down/cleaning is made easy! Frisco is our tried and true brand you can find on chewy.com, and you get free shipping! It's about $50 for the 42 inch.
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Critter Nation Cage by MidWest - double or single story
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Critter Nation cages are great! They are very functional and easy to clean. They are made from coated metal, and have solid floor heavy duty plastic trays. The size is about 6 sq. ft. The ramp leads up to a second level. There are double doors that allow for maximum access and easy cleaning. Would definitely recommend! These cages are just $149.99 for a single story, or $249.99 for a double story!
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Now that you've chosen a cage, you can put a "Check" on that!
Toys - listed below are the different toy brands / types we recommend!
Oxbow Toys
Oxbow makes absolutely amazing toys! Their "Enriched Life" toys are not only affordable, but such great boredom breakers! They have a great selection as well.
Living World Pet Tunnel
Rabbits love these tunnels! You can put it out during playtime, or, if they have a big enclosure, in there. They love zooming through them, and its so fun to watch! Plus it's only about $10!
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Kaytee Toys
Kaytee also has a great selection of toys! There are tons of different types to choose from. P.S. - our bunnies especially love their apple sticks, pictured above!
The First Years Stacking Cups
Rabbits simply love to throw and toss these cups! Try hiding their pellets or some treats in between them; your rabbit will go nuts trying to find them! These are only $8 for a set.
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Once you've chosen some toys, you can put a "check" on that!
Food/Water Dishes and Water Bottles
Dishes
Stoneware Heavy Ceramic Dish
Prevent spills with this heavy ceramic dish! Easy to clean / glossy design. $5.30 on Amazon! Works for food and water.
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Proselect Stainless Steel Screw - On Crock Dish
This bowl is perfect to prevent spills and keep water clean and fresh. You can find it for only $8 on Amazon for a 16 oz! Also works for food!
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Gravity & automatic waterers/feeders
PetSafe Gravity Waterer
This waterer works great for keeping water clean and fresh! The bowl provides a natural way of drinking while water up top stays clean and fresh. The bowl is a removable stainless steel design that is easy to clean and top-rack dishwasher safe! Don't use for food - your rabbit's food should be rationed and not free fed.
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BELOPEZZ Automatic Feeder
This automatic feeder is perfect for those who are busy, or who want a way to automatically give their bunny it's pellets! You can program it to feed your bunny at a set time up to 4 times daily! It holds about 3.5 lbs of food. You can also record your voice so you can call your pet to meals! It's only $50 on Amazon.
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Water Bottle
Lixit Wide Mouth Water Bottle - BPA Free (16 oz)
After lots of trial and error with water bottles, we have decided this is our favorite, easy to drink from, dishwasher safe water bottle. It is "wide mouth" - meaning the ball at the end is larger and water flows through easier, so buns can stay hydrated. It comes with a wire ring that easily and securely hooks onto the cage. Free Amazon Prime shipping. IMPORTANT - In the lid there will be a blue ring. Be careful not to lose this!! It is what keeps the bottle from leaking.
Hay Racks
Wooden Hay Rack by Niteangel
This is an excellent hay rack for your bunnies! It has big enough slots where they can easily eat hay but it doesn't fall out easily. It also has a cute little seat on top for them to perch on! It is $17.99 on Amazon Prime!
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Hay/Food Bin Feeder by Kaytee
These make a good food & hay combo feeder! They come in a variety of colors. These are heavy duty and perfect for your bun. You can get them on Amazon Prime for $8.99!
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Spectrum Wall Mount Basket
Although these are meant for home use, they make amazing hay racks! The holes are smaller so the hay doesn't get everywhere, but are still big enough where they can get plenty of hay. Definitely get the large size! These are $9.99 on Amazon Prime.
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Litter Boxes & Litter
Litter boxes
Dollar Tree Litter boxes (Greenbrier Kennel Club brand)
These are the litter boxes we use, and they can be found at Dollar tree. You can order online on their site but unfortunately have to buy at least 24 in order to do so. They work great and are easy to wipe out after dumping old litter. And if they break, (they are a little flimsy) you can get another for $1!
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Amazon Basics Litter Pan
This hooded litter box is perfect for those who don't want any mess outside the box, and they also are great for those who have buns that dig. The hood snaps on and off for easy cleaning, and it's only $24.99 with Prime shipping!
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KW Cages Stainless Steel Grated Litter Pan (Medium)
This litter pan is absolutely amazing. The stainless steel doesn't stain from pee like plastic does, and the litter mostly slides out really easily! It also has a grate so they aren't sitting in their dirty litter. Linked is the medium size - its best for Holland Lops. For smaller buns (under 3 lbs) the small is good. And for those buns over 6 lbs, the large!
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Petmate Large Litter Box
This litter box is an affordable and good option! It is easy to clean and made from durable plastic material. It has pretty high sides which is helpful for those buns that pee over the edge. The large is the best size and that is whats linked! It is free prime member delivery, too!
Litter
Compressed Equine Wood Pellet Bedding
We buy these at our local farm store, and our favorite and recommended brands are Dry Den and the Tractor Supply Wood Pellets. These pellets are very absorbent and trap odors very well. We use these for all of our rabbits. Look for a Wilco, Costal, or Tractor Supply farm store near you. We pay about $6.50 per 40 lb bag.
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Care Fresh Paper Bedding
This bedding is absorbent and also traps odors very well. It is a bit more spendy than wood pellets, but works just as well. If you don't have a farm store near you then these can be order on Amazon, and there is free shipping for Prime members.
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Grooming
Brushes
