Pet Rabbit Supplies
- Mora Angora
- Dec 17, 2025
- 10 min read
The needed, the nice to have and the above and beyond extras.
Bunnies are wonderful pets, they thrive on free roaming your house and being part of the family, BUT they also need a space of their own, where they can go when they need to.
What do pet bunnies need? What pet rabbit supplies is worth the investment? To help understand what they need, its good to start with the basics of rabbit temperament.
Rabbits are deeply social animals, yet their version of “social” is like a combination of dogs and cats. They crave a buddy (whether from a bonded rabbit or their favorite humans), but they also love their personal space.
English Angoras are especially, affectionate—they’re famously calm, cuddly “Velcro bunnies” who follow you around, flop in your lap for hours, and beg for pets—yet even the clingiest Angora will happily slip back to their space when they’ve had enough.
Give your bunny both love on-demand and their own bunny space and you’ll have the sweetest, most balanced bunny companion in the world.
Let's get to the best Pet Rabbit Supplies, and some alternatives.
#4 Grooming Supplies: For Wool and Not
#5 Enrichment: Bunnies are Playful
#1 Living Area: Room for Them to Move, yet Stay if Needed.
A bunny's space should be about 4'x 6', this provides enough room for their litter box, a hide out and space for them to move around and get exercise. This type of enclosure is perfect if you need to be gone for a day or two and someone else will be taking care of your rabbit. Your bunny will have their own space, making both your rabbit and temporary care taker feel comfortable.
There are a number of options on amazon or pet stores. Some are wire cage like and some plexiglass sides. I'd lean towards the plexiglass ones as its less likely your little bunny will put their leg through it and it would be easier to clean. However, they tend to be shorter than a wire one... SO, Please check the height! 30" high is the minimum height I would recommend... and I would go higher if there is a flat surface your bunny can jump on top of to try to jump out. :-)
Check how the door opens too. It should be a door that you can open and stays open if you want, so your bunny can go in and out as she/he pleases.
If you have bare floors, a washable mat for the floor is a great idea too! There is one from Esty below that is cute but amazon also has large plain washable mats.
Recommended Rabbit Enclosure Items - the photos are links.
Amazon ones are affiliate but Etsy are not.
This one is easy to assemble and the door is great! They do offer 24" high panels too, but it is likely that your bunny could hop out of it. The 10 panel one meets the 4'x6' area, but they do offer a 12 panel one too! Ideally, it would be taller, but I have yet to find one. :-)
This one has cotton top and non slip grip on the bottom. It is big enough that it will have 6 inches around the enclosure and its washable!
#2 The Litterbox: Rabbits are Naturally Clean!
Rabbits are naturally clean animals with a strong instinct to pick one spot for their bathroom - so litter training is usually straightforward and quick. Start by placing a large, low-entry litter box in a corner of their pen. (If you are local, I am happy to give you some of their bunny berries to place into the box as "scent starter" - a bit weird, but effective.)
Next, fill the box with your chosen liter, I would recommend a disposable liner if your litter box is plastic folded on the bottom then- horse pellets as the litter. It's important to have munching hay near by! They love to eat and poop at the same time. This can be either a pile in one part of the box (may be messier than the other option) or a hay rack that is right next to it.
It may be fastest to keep your bunny confined to their pen or a small bunny-proofed room for the first few days so they only have one option for the bathroom. If you see them use their box correctly, you can give them a tiny treat.
Accidents outside the box? Just scoop the poop and pee-soaked paper and drop it in the litter box so the scent tells them “this is the bathroom.” Within 3–14 days, most rabbits are 95–100 % reliable in their pen. There may be a few bunny berries that escape here and there, especially if they are excited. :-)
However, once they’re solid in their space, gradually give more free-roam space — many will run back to their home-base box even when they have the whole house.
Research says that spaying/neutering makes it almost foolproof. Though I don't have any personal experience with this, I have had people share that it has helped.
With a little patience (and hay), you’ll have a bunny who keeps your floors spotless and uses their litter box like a tiny, furry gentleman or lady.
Recommended Rabbit Litter Items - the photos are links.
Amazon ones are affiliate but Rooly and Etsy are not.
This litter box is top star! It has a stainless bottom, and a removable easy to clean grate. They do have different sizes/styles but his one is amazing. You can even put liners in the bottom before adding litter for easier clean up.
By following the litter training suggestions, and having an easy to use litter box system both you and your bunny will be happy!
#3 Sustenance: Food, Water and Hay!
If you go with the plexiglass wall enclosures, you will need to skip the attached dishes—below you will find sturdy, tip-proof gear. For water, an open heavy ceramic crock (at least 16–32 oz). However, if you have a place to put it, keeping a backup water bottle near by too is great if they do, somehow, decide to play bowling with the bowl. :-)
The best is to have a crock with water, AND a water bottle attached to the wooden hay rack, so they can much hay and drink water while in their litter box. It looks a bit goofy, BUT this water bottle doesn't leak and by having both a crock and bottle, they should always be able to get water. The below water bottle is the best, it doesn't leak.
For food, use a heavy ceramic or attached metal feeder bowl that can’t be flipped—rabbits love to fling plastic dishes. Pellets go in the bowl (1/2 cup for an average adult), but the real star is hay: hang a wall-mounted hay rack or stuff a metal hay manger right over or next to the litter box so they munch while they poop (it’s their natural habit and keeps teeth worn down).
Add a second hay station in their favorite flop spot for midnight snacks. Stainless-steel hanging treat balls or wooden veggie skewers make greens fun and prevent boredom.
Recommended Dishes and Hay Racks for Rabbits - the photos are links.
Now that you have ideas of what to put the food in, Here is a list of What to Feed Your Bunny:
Nuturena Naturewise 18% Protein pellets - we get ours from Blain's Farm & Fleet. It is 40lb bag for $17.00. The 18% protein is great as angora bunnies expend energy producing their soft wool.
Timothy Hay - This typically can be purchased at any pet store, or online.
Black Oil Sunflower Seeds - This can be purchased in bulk from many stores.
Old Fashioned Oats - Organic is great if you can get it but regular will also do ok. Bunnies really like these, but they are a carb so they are a treat, not to be fed in abundance. :-)
Fresh Greens - For a complete list of how much and how often see THIS BLOG POST
With these bunny-proof dishes and foods, your bunny will always have what they need. They will be very content and never have to hunt for dinner... though they may beg for treats. ;-)
#4 Grooming: It is Quite Relaxing (after you get the hang of it)
Grooming can sound overwhelming at first (most new things can be) but their wool is so soft that Grooming time = bonding/therapy time. The first couple sessions will take a bit longer, but once you understand the shape of your bunny, grooming becomes very relaxing for both bunny and owner. Their wool grows about an inch per month. You can choose to grow it out and harvest it 3-4 times per year, or to keep them at 1/2" to 1" long and just do maintenance trims every 1-2 months. (Famous Puppy Cut!)
Depending on how you want your bunny to look, not all of the items below may be needed. If you plan to grow out your bunnies wool for harvest, you will need the following:
Blower
Pin Comb
Clippers
Once their wool is 1" to 1.5" long, they require weekly grooming. Their body, preferably with a blower (10-15 minutes). Their Face, Ears and Feet, with a rotating pin comb and scissors for a light trim and shape (5 minutes) *Harvest trim 3-4 times a year (20-40 minutes). If you trim your bunny down short they wont need much grooming for a month or so.
If you plan to keep your bunny trimmed shorter, you will need the following:
Slicker Brush
Pin Comb
Clippers
Curved Scissors for shaping face
Recommended Grooming Items - the photos are links.
Rotating Pin Combs! These are great as the pins rotate as you brush so there is no pulling if you encounter a tangle. Seriously. These are great! There are 3 options below as a comfy handle is a plus, but wood is less likely to get tacky over time... Then the other two offer a different hand to pin angle depending on your preference/comfort. The middle one is the cheapest. :-)
Curved scissors are a great addition to get the perfect rounded shape. They do make a 45 degree curved scissors that would make it even easier - However, I have yet to find ones with a rounded tip... and they are more expensive. :-) You can get a set for a little less, but the curved ones are the only ones I use, so its nice to have a quality pair.
These items will make grooming a relaxing experience, and hopefully, it will be something both You and Your bunny look forward to!
If you want to see how I trim down our bunnies into a puppy cut you can read about it HERE.
#5 Enrichment: Bunnies are playful!
Rabbits are playful and their antics bring so much joy. A happy bunny will suddenly explode into joyful “binkies”—leaping high into the air, twisting their body mid-jump, and kicking their feet out in pure exuberance—often followed by a lightning-fast sprint around the room, ear wool flopping wildly. :-)
They love tossing toys with their mouths, digging enthusiastically in a cardboard box filled with shredded paper or blankets, nudging puzzle feeders to get treats, or rearranging blankets into perfect flop zones.
Playtime isn’t just fun; it’s essential for their physical health and mental stimulation, preventing boredom and keeping them fit. Give a rabbit tunnels to race through, willow balls to chew and throw, or even a simple cardboard castle, and you’ll be rewarded with hours of zoomies, playful nudges, and those irresistible bursts of bunny happiness that make living with them so entertaining and enjoyable.
#6 Bonus Bunny Items: Things that are Cute and Fun.
Hideout: Bunnies LOVE a hiding space... they don't have to be this much BUT, Etsy is full of adorable bunny houses and hide outs... its a bit dangerous. :-) I would recommend checking size to make sure your bunny will fit and have a bit of room to move around. I would also double check the height and compare that to how high your bunny enclosure space is... don't want an escape bunny! :-) Here are some adorable ones we found. They range in price from $60-$150 depending on size.
Bunny Lounge Bed: Bunnies love to flop, especially near you but if you are gone, these little bunny lounge beds can be a big comfort to them.
Bunny Lounge Bed from Amazon - $25
Clippers with a vacuum: This is amazing! It comes with guards and smaller clipper top for trimming small sensitive areas... it is amazing that the wool is all collected into the canister. It is a game changer. I have yet to try and spin the wool that comes out of the canister... so if you get it and try it I would love to know your thoughts!
Travel Crate: If you plan to take your bunny to the vet, or on a journey with you, a crate is very handy! If you are flying you need a TSA approved carrier, typically a soft sided one with lots of ventilation/easy to see inside. For car travel, a hard sided one is great to give your bunny a bit more breathing room (but not too much that they flop around). As well as plenty of room for food and water. You can some times find these at thrift stores, but I'd recommend giving them a very thorough cleaning, germs can easily lurk.
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