27d (edited) • Health and Wellness
How much does a rabbit move in a day?
Free-roaming sounds appealing to humans, but it doesn’t align with rabbit biology.
Rabbits are prey animals evolved for small, secure burrow systems, not open, exposed spaces. In the wild, they minimize movement and visibility because exposure equals risk. Large open areas increase vigilance and stress, not relaxation.
Research consistently links poorly controlled free-roam and park systems to:
higher stress (elevated cortisol)
more injuries (jumping, climbing, falls)
sanitation breakdown (urine, moisture contact)
increased parasite and respiratory disease risk
unpredictable social stress
Rabbits thrive on predictability—knowing where to rest, eat, and eliminate without constant stimulation. More space does not automatically mean better welfare for a prey species.
This doesn’t mean rabbits never leave their enclosures. Supervised, controlled time out can be appropriate for some individuals. That’s very different from unrestricted free-roaming as a default setup.
Our approach is evidence-based: properly sized, well-managed enclosures provide security, dry footing, lower stress, and better health outcomes.
Welfare isn’t about what looks good to us.
It’s about what keeps the rabbit calm, healthy, and safe.
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How much does a rabbit move in a day?
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