Rabbit Toilet Training

Rabbits make great house pets---they are relatively quiet, they don't take up much room and they can fend for themselves. Rabbits have a preference for cleanliness---which makes toilet training possible. Wait until your pet rabbit has reached sexual maturity before beginning toilet training. When litter trained too young they may regress and need a refresher as they age.

  1. Choose the Right Kind of Litter Box

    • High corner boxes are best for pet rabbits, as they take up minimal space. High corner boxes will prevent the litter from going flying as your rabbit exits the cage. This will ensure a clean environment for you and your pet.

    Choose the Right Kind of Litter

    • Rabbits should use litter specifically designed for them. Giving your pet rabbit cat litter can be very detrimental to his health if he decides to eat it. Avoid clumping or deodorizing litters---these may be great for cats and small dogs, but could be very dangerous for your rabbit.

    Where to Place the Litter Box

    • It is essential that your rabbit chooses where the litter box will go---not you. If your rabbit stays in a cage full-time, watch where she typically goes to the bathroom, and then place the litter box in this spot. If your rabbit is able to leave her cage, keep her confined to a small area for a few days, and place several litter boxes in this space. After a few days, you will be able to determine which is the preferred litter box, and you can remove the rest.

    Litter Box=Bed?!?!

    • Sometimes rabbits will think their litter box is a new bed. If your rabbit does this, it is important to provide him with a more comfortable bed than the one he currently uses.

    Signs Your Rabbit Needs to Use the Litter Box

    • If your rabbit becomes restless while you are holding her, she may need to urinate. Rabbits will lift their tails when about to urinate.