Free-Range Rabbit Enclosure: Safe Time Out on the Meadow

Free-Range Rabbit Enclosure: Hopping Safely Outdoors

Fresh grass, sunshine and movement do your animals good. Outdoors two things matter most: escape-proof edges and cover from above. An enclosure with a ground barrier stops digging out, and a cover net keeps birds of prey away. Here you will find enclosures in various shapes and sizes, together with shelter houses and spare nets for a shady spot.

Shape, size and safety

A free-range enclosure with an escape barrier measuring 230x191x70 cm gives a group plenty of room, while the more compact version of 230x115x70 cm also fits into smaller gardens. Eight-sided and six-sided models in galvanised wire can be set up flexibly and come with a cover net and a door. A Luna enclosure brings a shelter house along with it, and a Freddy rabbit house adds a sheltered retreat to an enclosure you already have.

Location, shade and daily routine

Rabbits cope with heat less well than with cold, so a shaded area always belongs in the plan. Stretch a sturdy sun protection net over part of the area and it stays cooler underneath. Set the enclosure on even ground so no gaps open up along the edge, and move it regularly so the lawn recovers. Fresh water belongs outdoors too. Check the net, door and ground edge every day. After a storm it is worth walking around the whole edge once more.

Frequently asked questions

How do I stop my rabbits digging out?
An enclosure with an escape barrier along the edge helps, together with even ground and no gaps. Check the edge regularly, especially after rain and after every move.

Is a cover net necessary?
Outdoors it protects against birds of prey and keeps your animals inside the enclosure at the same time. Part of it can double as sun protection and give welcome shade.

How long can rabbits stay outside?
As long as shade, water and a shelter are there and you look in on them regularly. On hot days the cool morning hours are best, and shelter should always be within reach.