Rabbits Fake grass/astro turf/carpet

[K.K.B.B.]

Hello all!

Regarding flooring, is fake grass (astro turf) or carpet ok for rabbits? Was thinking of putting some in over my coroplast.

Thanks!

 

[K.K.B.B.]

Is it safe in case they accidentally digest it?

 

[CavyMama]

I would think that astroturf would be difficult on their feet and difficult to clean. Also the chance is there for them to chew on it. I would go with either carefresh type loose bedding or fleece for ease of cleaning.

 

[RRDominick]

I wouldn't think so. You should look up what it's made out of.

 

[K.K.B.B.]

I have read on here somewhere that people are using it with good success. It is easy to clean I know, just them eating it would be a problem. Fleece is main idea. just thought for some areas it would be something to try.

 

[K.K.B.B.]

Anyone else have any input?

 

[Paula]

It probably depends on the rabbit, but I would think astroturf wouldn't be something that would be particularly good for a rabbit, given their aversion to flooring like tile and linoleum, etc.

If it's not terribly expensive, maybe you could try a small piece and see how the rabbits do with it?

As for the carpet, that would be fine, just be prepared for some damage if your rabbit is a digger. There's indoor/outdoor carpet you can get at places like Home Depot that are great for rabbit enclosures.

 

[K.K.B.B.]

It probably depends on the rabbit, but I would think astroturf wouldn't be something that would be particularly good for a rabbit, given their aversion to flooring like tile and linoleum, etc.

If it's not terribly expensive, maybe you could try a small piece and see how the rabbits do with it?

As for the carpet, that would be fine, just be prepared for some damage if your rabbit is a digger. There's indoor/outdoor carpet you can get at places like Home Depot that are great for rabbit enclosures.

Ok thanks. I think ill buy some to try it out.