Rabbit toys and their benefits

Did you know rabbits love toys? Many people don’t realize they love them just as much as a dog or a cat. In fact, there are many types of rabbit toys available for your bunny, some of these include; chew/foraging/hang toys/balls and even puzzles! Rabbits benefit from toys not only from the entertainment value but also they provide many health benefits, providing it is of good quality. On a side note, it is very important you choose quality toys, as the pet products industry is not regulated. So be very careful! This is one reason we hand make our toys, so we can be assured of the quality and the materials used.

Health Benefits that rabbit toys provide your bunny

Chewing on a well-made toy helps your rabbit keep his/her teeth well-trimmed, which prevents the need to have them trimmed. However, not every bunny will chew on a toy, some will just simply throw it around as a form of entertainment, which is good also! Rabbit toys prevent the need to chew on items they’re not allowed to chew on, like your furniture. One not so obvious health benefit of rabbit toys is the ability to reduce stress levels when consistently using them as a form of entertainment. As with humans, the stress in bunnies can really affect their quality of life, so it is very important to reduce stress as much as possible.

Rabbits need mental stimulation just like humans, so using toys stimulates them mentally and helps keep boredom levels down, which in turn also helps keep their levels of destruction to a minimum.

Foraging toys and , such as or even a filled with hay, are great for your bunny! This is because they mimic the foraging and sorting they would normally do in the wild, which greatly improves happiness and keeps them mentally stimulated, as well as a delightful treat at the end that fills their bellies!

Tips for picking a quality toy!

I will admit that shopping for a quality rabbit toy can be difficult at times, however, there are a couple of things I always look out for. The first thing I look out for is which materials are present in the toy. So materials like wood or hard plastics are fine, as long as they do not contain or have any toxic residues left over. However avoid soft plastics at all costs, as this could cause choking or even death. Next, I check that the dyes used (if used) are vegetable dyes and not a synthetic or toxic substitute, as this can cause various health issues.

Alternatively, you could simply just go to our store and find exceptional quality handmade toys for your rabbit. Yes, I am shamelessly plugging our business, but the fact is, it’s totally true. If you ever need help to pick the right toy for your bunny, simply just contact us or simply chat with us through our live chat feature 🙂

Also if you have any tips on spotting a great rabbit toy or any suggestions, feel free to let us know.