Free-range enclosures for rabbits and guinea pigs in the garden: how to keep them in a species-appropriate way
Appropriate accommodation
- Space and movement: Sufficient space and a species-appropriate enclosure are essential.
For rabbits and guinea pigs, this means enough space to hop, dig and explore. - Safety: The enclosure must be safe from predators and escape possibilities.
- Cleanliness: Regular cleaning of the enclosure to prevent disease and create a pleasant environment.
Natural housing for rodents in a free environment
Allowing rabbits and guinea pigs
to run free in the garden: safety first
Rabbits and guinea pigs are very active animals that need plenty of space and exercise.
A garden outdoor run offers them the opportunity to live out their natural urge to move.
It is important that the outdoor enclosure is large enough and safe enough to protect the animals from predators and escapes.
If you want to let rodents run free in the garden, it is important that the garden is escape-proof.
A high-quality free-range enclosure protects your animals from danger while allowing them to roam freely.
Our free-range enclosures are designed to be easy to assemble and dismantle and meet the highest safety requirements.
Many of our Kerbl Pet free-range enclosures also have a permanently installed, patented escape barrier developed and produced by Kerbl. This unique safety device is only available in some Kerbl Pet free-range enclosures and ensures that your rodents stay safely in the enclosure and cannot escape.
Advantages of a free-range enclosure for rodents in the garden
- More exercise: Rabbits can hop and graze to their heart’s content.
- Natural activity: The animals can act out their natural behavior and keep themselves busy.
- Health: Regular exercise promotes the well-being and health of your rabbits.
- Safety: Our free-range enclosures offer optimum protection from predators and the elements.
- Robust materials: Weatherproof and durable construction.
- Safety precautions: Escape-proof and protection from predators.
- Simple assembly: Easy to assemble and transport.
- Flexibility: Suitable for different garden layouts and sizes.
Nutrition
- A varied and balanced diet: rabbits and guinea pigs need fresh hay, vegetables, fruit and special pellet food.
- Fresh water: Provide fresh and clean water at all times.
Find out about species-appropriate nutrition, healthy snacks, lickstones and varied nibbling fun to keep your pets vital and healthy.
Activity and employment
- Toys and activities: Provide plenty of activities such as tunnels, hiding places, climbing structures and toys.
- Exercise: Free-range enclosures in the garden or a safe room in the house provide additional exercise and variety.
Offer your little furry friend attractive climbing opportunities, thinking and learning toys or running wheels – so they never get bored.
Health and care
- Regular health checks: Look out for signs of illness and have your pets checked regularly by a vet.
- Care: Regular grooming, claw trimming and dental checks are necessary to recognize and treat problems at an early stage.
Use different brushes for a soft, silky coat and scissors for claw care.
Environment and climate
- Appropriate temperature: Make sure that the enclosure is not too hot or too cold.
Protection from direct sunlight and draughts is important. - Peace and quiet and opportunities to retreat: Offer your animals retreats where they can feel safe and undisturbed.
Find the right accessories from us, such as small dens and shelters to hide in, to make the hutch and enclosure cozy and species-appropriate for your animals so that your furry friends feel completely at ease.
Social needs
- Company: Rabbits and guinea pigs are social animals and should ideally be kept at least in pairs.
- Interaction: Regular interaction and time with you as the owner are important for the well-being of the animals.
Species-appropriate husbandry
- Knowledge and understanding: Inform yourself thoroughly about the needs and behavior of your animals in order to provide them with a life that is as species-appropriate as possible.
- Avoid stress: Minimize stress factors such as noise, unfamiliar situations and excessive handling.
By taking these points into account, you can create an environment in which your rabbits or guinea pigs feel comfortable and stay healthy.
Species-appropriate housing is not only a question of physical space, but also of the emotional and social needs of your animals.
Thanks to our many years of experience and expertise, we can guarantee you products of the highest quality that meet the needs of your rabbits.
Let your rabbits run free in the garden and experience how happy and healthy they are in a species-appropriate free-range enclosure.