What is better, a wooden rabbit hutch or a rabbit cage?
One of the most important decisions to make when purchasing a rabbit as a pet is the choice of enclosure. You may be wondering which is better: a wooden rabbit hutch or a metal rabbit cage. Your answer to such a question will, of course, depend on the pros and cons of each product.
First let’s talk about styles. Both the wooden cabin and the metal cage come in a wide variety of styles and sizes. You can choose from simple one-story to large two-story rabbit hutches and cages, all of which offer plenty of space depending on the size of the rabbit occupying the enclosure. Contrary to popular notion, a rabbit cage is not your stereotypical narrow wire cage, as modern cages feature plenty of space along with a detachable accessory like a run.
Metal cages are usually made of small wires. As such they are easy to clean, especially with the removable bottom deck. For two-story cages, the solid floor can be found in the upper half.
You will also find simple cages with hard metal floors. But no matter which of the two types you choose (wire or solid floor), you still need to provide a cover and bedding to protect the rabbit’s soft feet.
On the plus side, in addition to the ease of cleaning metal cages, you can also easily transport them wherever you go. Just fold the cage and you are ready to go.
On the other hand, a wooden rabbit hutch also offers a good shelter for your pet. You also have the option of a two-story model that offers plenty of space for the bunny while also making it easy to clean the cage and easy access to the rabbit.
However, a wooden cabin is not as portable as a metal cage. In fact, it is advisable to place them in a relatively stable place. With the deluxe wooden models, you can provide excellent care for your bunny, thanks to bunny walkways, wide runways and raised bedrooms.
Both the wooden rabbit hutch and the metal cage can be located in an outdoor area. Of course, even in an outdoor area with plenty of space, your pet’s enclosure will be crowded when multiple rabbits are placed inside. Therefore, keep the maximum number of rabbits for each enclosure, as recommended by the manufacturer.
When followed, the enclosure can provide adequate space for your rabbit to sleep, eat, and move around. Today, cages are increasingly becoming the preferred method of housing rabbits, which is a far cry from years past when cages were considered an ugly way to do it.
So when you’re deciding which is a better buy, remember that it depends on your purpose. Generally speaking, a wooden cabin is good for outdoor areas, while a metal cage is sufficient for indoors.