Rabbit
Haven
Gig Harbor, WA
A shelter and sanctuary for unwanted and mistreated rabbits … until they all have homes.
DIGGING
Rabbits do not respond well to physical
discipline. They have been designed to be easily frightened and
broken; never physically discipline
your rabbit. You and/or your rabbit could end up seriously hurt and
your rabbit will end up terrified of you rather than your loving
companion.
Digging
Some rabbits are avid diggers. Some will dig to China in their litter boxes. For flying litter and debris, we recommend investing in a large covered cat litter box. Some will dig at carpeting. We recommend when this happens that you provide an appropriate spot of your rabbit to dig. Locate a boxlike container (cardboard box, covered litter box, etc.) and fill it with something that your rabbit can dig through. Hiding an occasional goodie inside the filling is always fun for bun. Shredded newspaper, hay and straw are just a few examples that could be used safely with your bun.
When
you observe your rabbit digging in an inappropriate area, loudly stomp,
clap your hands together or whistle to get their attention. Once you
have it, firmly say "No Dig!" Just like with any unwanted
behavior restructuring, you will need to be consistent. Be sure to
be just as quick and consistent at offering praise when your rabbit isn't
doing the unwanted behavior.
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