Holiday Gifts for Bunnies

Do you want to buy holiday gifts for your rabbit, but are having trouble deciding what to get her? Treats are always a great option, but what about toys? There may not be quite as many playthings for Floppy in your local pet store as there are for Fido and Fluffy, but there are still plenty of great gifts you can get your furry buddy. In this article, a local Larimer County, CO vet offers some great options for holiday gifts you can get for Floppy.

Many wooden objects, such as children’s blocks, can make great bunny toys. Just be sure to choose only safe woods, such as aspen. Avoid anything made from pine or cedar, as they are toxic to rabbits. You’ll also want to stay away from anything that has been coated with varnish, dye, or paint, as these things could contain chemicals that are dangerous for bunnies.

Plain paper is safe for rabbits to play with. You can shred it into strips, and hide a yummy snack under it, or fold and cut it into cute shapes. You can even wad up paper around a delicious treat, or make origami snowflakes for your furry pal. The options are endless!

Floppy sometimes enjoys playing with balls. Just be sure to get ones that are suitably sized for your pet. Ask your vet for recommendations.

Simple cardboard boxes can be lots of fun for Floppy. Make your pet a bunny castle or obstacle course, or just leave one out for her to play with when she’s out of her cage. Add some fresh hay for an instant happy pet! You can also give your furball the rolls from paper towel or toilet paper tubes.

Bigger is always better when it comes to bunny cages. Consider upgrading Floppy’s habitat. A larger cage would make a great gift for your adorable pet. Be prepared for that adorable bunny happy dance!
Remember to put Floppy’s safety first! Never give your rabbit anything with sharp edges that could cut her. You also want to avoid anything that is breakable, or has small parts that she could choke on. Ask your vet for more recommendations.

Happy Holidays from all of us here at your Larimer County, CO vet clinic! Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us whenever we can be of assistance.