subject: Rabbit Hutch Runs - Are They Really Important? [print this page] Rabbit Hutch Runs - Are They Really Important?
There are all sorts of rabbit hutches on the market, but one of the main distinctions among the many brands available are rabbit hutches with a run in them and those without one.
Those with a run tend to be bigger and more costly products. The question is whether this extra cost is worth it? Is a rabbit hutch run really important for the wellbeing of your pet?
The answer is that having a rabbit hutch run will make the life of your pet immensely better. I don't advise buying a hutch without one.
Your rabbit needs to have the space and the ability to exercise and move about. Otherwise, it will lose muscle strength and tone, be likely to start packing on pounds, and may suffer from various health issues. In addition, the lack of exercise may disrupt its mood and make it less fun to play with.
Think about how you would like to live in a place that doesn't allow you to move freely. True, you can't let your rabbit run around totally free or it will get lost or hurt. However, this doesn't mean that you shouldn't make an effort to give it as much room as possible and the ability to run around and play. A rabbit hutch run does all that.
Rabbit hutches with runs come in many shapes and forms. You can find affordable models which look great and will give you pet the kind of home you would want it to have. This is the way to have a pet which is also a friend and one that gives you joy for many years to come.
