5 Tips For Taking Your Rabbit Outside

Everybody needs fresh air! And while an open window is nice, it’s even better to be outside (weather permitting). Animals benefit from fresh air, vitamin D from the sun and just being in nature, just like humans do. Rabbits are very curious creatures, so giving them opportunities to explore the outside world is really good for their overall happiness!

Here are 5 tips for optimizing your house rabbit’s play time outside:

1. Make sure the weather is not too hot or cold for your rabbit. Rabbits are very sensitive to extreme weather. Generally, over 85 degrees (approximately 27 degrees Celsius) is too hot for your rabbit. Make sure your bun has plenty of shade and keep an eye on his breathing - if his breathing gets very fast, he’s too hot and should go back inside where he can cool off in the AC or with a fan. Also make sure your bun has access to water while playing outside.
   

2. Don’t leave your bun unattended. There are many dangers - from your rabbit wandering off to loose dogs or hunting hawks. Make sure your rabbit is safe during outside playtime! This may mean using a pen with a cover (see our list of supplies for pen suggestions). A pen may not necessary if you have a fenced in yard, but you still want to beware of hawks.
   

3. Plant an herb garden with safe herbs and veggies for your bun, then let her loose on the herbs. She will love you for it!
   

4. Take a blanket outside and lay on the ground with your rabbit and bond with him; you might get climbed on and receive some kisses as he explores! Even 15 minutes outside is beneficial for both you and your bun.
   

5. Not convinced your rabbit won’t bolt at the first sight of freedom? You can always get a harness and leash for your bun so that she stays safe, and you have your peace of mind!
   

I hope this list is helpful! Have a question? Leave a comment below, I’d love to hear from you!

Kristin

CBD Oil & Pets: Update On Oliver

Both of my rabbits have been taking CBD oil for the last 6 months now (1 drop in the morning, 1 drop at night), and they both love it now! If I put a drop on a Cheerio, that is the first Cheerio to be eaten. It’s like they know how good it is for their little bodies.

While I have not seen Oliver’s cataracts diminish, I have noticed one eye seems to be a bit clearer than it was. He has a lot of energy, and his arthritis no longer seems to bother him. He’s doing great for a 6 year old bunny! I’m still hopeful his cataracts will diminish over time.

I also give CBD oil to both of my rabbits to help with their overall health. It is ideal to rub the oil on their gums, but I realize not all animals make that easy to do (which is why I put it on my rabbits’ food). Simply ingesting the oil does not allow for full absorption like rubbing it on their gums does. My cats also get the oil, and I will put a drop on their nose to lick off whenever I can get them to hold still. As you can imagine, dogs are much easier to give it to!

The CBD oil I use is Zilis UltraCell - it’s certified USDA organic (NO chemicals!), with no more than 0.3% THC (THC is not needed, it’s the CBD that has the biggest benefit), and is tested by the Mayo Clinic for 85-94% absorbability. Most importantly, it’s perfectly safe for your pets! Every other brand I’ve seen so far has at least 0.3% THC, not always organic, and they are only 3-6% absorbable. So make sure you are not wasting your money!

Please feel free to contact me if you would like to know more about Zilis UltraCell and how you can get it at wholesale ($90/bottle). You can order online, but only at retail ($140 - $150/ 1 ml bottle). Here’s a little more info from the top vet in the U.S. on using UltraCell for your pets: https://d11fdyfhxcs9cr.cloudfront.net/templates/559363/myimages/ultracellpetdosageflyer_update_dr.pdf

Until next time, friends!

Kristin