Shelter
As the weather starts changing toward spring, it’s important to make sure your rabbits have a space that stays well ventilated while still giving them protection from sudden weather changes. Spring can be unpredictable—especially here in Kentucky, where one day it may be 50 degrees and the next it feels like 80. Good airflow helps keep rabbits comfortable on warmer days, but they also need a safe place to retreat if the temperature drops, the wind picks up, or the rain moves in.
My rabbits have ventilated cages that allow for plenty of fresh air, but they also have an enclosed section filled with straw where they can get out of the wind or rough weather if needed. Their shelters are closed in on the back and covered with a roof to help keep most of the rain away. That way, if we get hard winds, heavy rain, or one of those sudden cold snaps, they still have a dry, sheltered place to stay safe and comfortable.
