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Why is my rabbit chewing on everything and eating things he shouldn't?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | unneutered

My rabbit is chewing up things like chewing on his cage or ripping his news paper up how do I stop this she is also eating every thing

2 Answers

Most Helpful Answer

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on August 28th, 2017

Chewing is a natural and essential behavior for rabbits to keep their constantly growing teeth worn down. Ensure he has permanent access to good quality fresh hay and also rabbit safe chewing blocks such as timber from apple trees or commercial chew toys etc, a feed ball which drops pellets as he rolls it can be very helpful. Ensure he hs daily exercise for mental and physical stimulation
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  • Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

    Published on July 25th, 2017

    Rabbits are chewers. Their teeth are constantly growing, so they need to chew to keep them worn down. Provide plenty of rabbit safe wooden chew toys. Confine him to a certain area that has been "rabbit proofed". Secure all wires and move furniture or restrict access possible.
    Correct inappropriate chewing immediately and provide a wooden toy. Praise and reward him with a small treat when he complies. Be patient and be consistent.

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