Rabbit Hutch Security

Rabbit Hutch Security

Many outdoor rabbit hutches have doors that are secured with a twisting section of wood. These can easily become loose, or a fox (or other predator) scratching at the door can open it.

Pet Rabbits

This type of outdoor rabbit hutch door catch should be replaced with proper bolts and possible with a padlock too. Padlocks can also be handy for preventing young children opening the hutch unsupervised.

Another potential problem can be the mesh on the living area of the outdoor rabbit hutch - this should be securely fastened and preferably weld mesh rather than chicken wire.

Mesh that has small holes (under 1.5cm) is best - larger diameters can allow cats (or other animals) to put their paws inside and claw at the rabbit.

Outdoor rabbit hutches need to be raised of the ground so the underneath doesn't become damp. A brick at each corner can be used if the rabbit hutch doesn't have legs.

If you're in an area that is at risk of flooding, ensure the rabbit hutch is sufficiently high of the ground not to cause a risk to your rabbits.

Next: Outdoor Rabbit Hutch Covers