8+ sq. ft.
Provide generous floor space and hideouts for rabbits and guinea pigs to stretch and explore.
Design Habitats and Routines for Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, and Pocket Pets
Use these guides to manage habitats, diet rotations, and handling schedules tailored to each tiny companion.
Daily Greens
Offer unlimited hay, measured pellets, and fresh greens while rotating treats to prevent picky eating.
Short & Gentle
Schedule brief handling sessions that respect prey-animal instincts and reinforce trust.
Housing & Enrichment
Create multi-zone enclosures with safe chew items, tunnels, and chew-safe materials to satisfy natural behaviors.
Feeding & Forage
Plan hay varieties, leafy greens, and supplemental pellets tailored to species and life stage.
Health & Handling
Monitor weight, grooming needs, and signs of stress while introducing calm handling routines.
Habitat Walkthrough
Follow this visual guide to arrange zones for burrowing, foraging, and rest inside a combined rabbit & guinea pig space.
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Action Plans
Care Rhythm for Small Companions
Daily Checklist
Refresh hay, water, and litter; spot-clean enclosures and log behavior changes.
Daily Log TemplatePlay Pen Sessions
Rotate supervised free-roam time with tunnels, chew toys, and dig boxes to prevent boredom.
Enrichment GamesWeight & Health Log
Weigh weekly, monitor teeth growth, and track appetite to spot early health concerns.
Health TrackerTravel & Boarding
Acclimate carriers, prepare emergency nutrition kits, and vet small-animal boarding facilities.
Travel Checklist