Plans for Making Rabbit Cages

Building your own wire rabbit cage has many advantages. It will be solid and secure, outlasting any model made of plastic. Your rabbit will not be exposed to any unnatural chemicals from the materials that you use, and by using wire, your rabbit cage is inexpensive to make. Your pet will be able to see out of all sides but feel safe from predators.

  1. Finding Plans

    • Finding plans to begin building your rabbit cage can be found on the Internet. Look for a DIY site with someone that is experienced at building cages. They will know what size wire works best, how much to purchase and what problems may occur. Pictures are useful if you are new at building your own rabbit cage and size is important when housing more than one. A regular one rabbit home measures 30 X 36 inches and is 18 inches high. An inexperienced cage builder will use such items as wood or covered wire. Rabbits like to gnaw on anything solid and before long, your wood will be gone or your plastic coated wire, uncovered. Look for sites that offer free, inexpensive ways to house your rabbit house with wire.

    Breeder Housing

    • Sign up for newsletters that offer free information on the latest in rabbit cage designs if you are thinking of raising rabbits. You will meet other breeders who know what type of cages work best in housing an entire family. Separate rooms are necessary with several rabbits, and people in the business can give you advice on where to find the most effective and inexpensive plans. If housing outside, there will also be considerations for shelter and keeping off of the ground. This style of housing takes much more than just a few feet of wire. If you have a 4-H club in your community, the leaders can offer tips and plans on creating the warmest and safest environment. Visit a rabbitry and get ideas from the professionals.

    Simple Cage

    • A simple one rabbit cage will consist of 14 to 18 gauge woven wire that has no larger than 1̶1; x 1̶1; squares. Anything larger will invite pests to crawl in and eat your rabbit̵7;s food. The top and bottom of your cage should be secured to the sides by hog rings. These are simple metal clamps that cannot be removed unless cut off with bolt cutters.

      You will find it very convenient to have a drop floor for easy cleaning so latches can be used on one end of the floor. A nice bedding of straw is sufficient for a bunny, and with a swing floor, this can changed and the bottom cleaned in a few minutes. Visiting a few sites and talking to people in the rabbit business can aid you in making less mistakes and knowing what to look for in building the best cage.