Why is my rabbit chewing through his mesh playpen and travel bag?

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

It may be that Roxy doesn't have enough to chew on naturally to help keep her teeth healthy. Adding in additional toys to chew on, hay to munch on and making sure she has a balanced rabbit diet may all help to reduce or stop the behavior. If the issue continues even with increased enrichment, you see dental issues, or other health problems arise, having a vet take a look is always best.

If she will allow, check her teeth for overgrowth or malocclusion. You may need to have her examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating rabbits if she won't let you. The vet can also check the back teeth to see if they need grinding. Sometimes, they can wear unevenly causing uncomfortable points. She may also be bored or stressed. Provide ample playtime outside of the cage and provide a variety of toys to keep her engaged while in the cage.

He may be bored with the items in his cage. Keep a variety of toys and chew treats for him and rotate their usage to prevent boredom. You can also let him out of his cage for play and exercise each day. Supervision is required so he doesn't chew cords or wires. Rabbits do sleep and it would be good to provide a dark area or turn the lights off at night so he can rest.

It sounds as though Bright is becoming destructive because she is bored. I would recommend penning her into a room where she can be supervised. Cords should be out of reach or protected with plastic piping. I would invest in some rabbit safe toys. Treat balls are fun for them or toys with bells. You can also fill toilet paper tubes with hay to keep Bright preoccupied.

Your rabbit may be bored. Rabbits are playful, energectic animals that require a sizable enclosure that contains a nest box, toys, a toileting area, feeding area, and room to play. Toys can include cardboard boxes, cardboard toilet paper/towel rolls (basically any cardboard shape), wooden chew toys, hard plastic baby toys, cat toys, and dog toys, metal measuring spoons, bowls, and small cups (as well as many other options). Many toys designed for parrots are also suitable for rabbits. Recommendations for appropriately sized enclosures range from 8-12 square feet (or 4-6X the size of your rabbit), with a larger exercise area. Your rabbit should also have unlimited access to Timothy or mixed grass hay. Hay stuffed into boxes, bags, or other types of toys makes for an enjoyable treat. Fresh vegetables and the occasional fruit should be a regular part of your rabbit's diet. Rabbit pellets/chow should be limited. For additional information on toys you can give your rabbit, see: http://rabbit.org/faq-toys/

Rabbits love to chew. Your best options are to limit your rabbit's access to these items through the use of playpens or gates blocking them, and to make sure Dandie has enough appropriate chew toys in their environment or play area to encourage healthy chewing on those items instead.