We often get asked about product recommendations to care for special needs bunnies. Here are some suggestions:
Litter Box & Litter
If bunny has arthritis, hind end weakness, head tilt, or neurological issues, a low-entry or no-entry litter box can help bunny maintain good litter box habits.
Other litter box ideas:
- Lid of a large storage bin or plastic file box.
- Underbed plastic storage bin with one side cut down.
- Plastic potting tray from a garden store.
Soft Surface Living
Sometimes bunnies are no longer able to use a litterbox, or have physical/mobility issues where it's necessary for them to be on soft surfaces with traction all the time.
Suggested 3 Layer Setup:
- Waterproof layer on the bottom to protect your floor -- washable waterproof pad, tarp or plastic shower curtain, bathmat with no-slip bottom.
- Soak-up layer to absorb wetness -- old clean towels, blanket, sheets, disposable pee pads, washable pad.
- Medical fleece specifically designed to draw wetness away (prevents infection, bedsores, sore hocks) and provides good traction.
Other sources for medical fleece:
Low Pens
Food and Water
Medical
Soft Toys and Bumpers