Rabbit Living Space Calculator

Calculate the welfare-recommended dimensions for your rabbit's hutch and exercise run based on their size.

Resident Details

Common Breed Size

Avg Rabbit Weight

Weight Unit

Number of Rabbits

Space Comparison (sq ft)

Green bars show standard living areas your setup allows for.

Recommended Area

8sq ft

Hutch Floor Area

Based on the '3 Hop' and 'Stand Tall' rules for rabbit welfare.

Exercise Run Area24sq ft

Hutch Dimensions4.0 ft × 2 ft

This space allows for the '6-2-2' welfare standard. Always provide a secure outdoor run if possible.

More Than Just a Cage

The Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWAF) recommends the '6ft x 2ft x 2ft' rule for a hutch, coupled with a permanent 8ft x 6ft exercise run. Rabbits are active animals that need to stretch, hop, and stand upright to prevent spinal deformities and GI stasis caused by inactivity.

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Pro Tips

The 3-Hop Rule: The length of the hutch must be at least 3 consecutive hops for the rabbit (about 6 feet for most breeds).
The Stand Tall: The ceiling height must allow the rabbit to stand fully on their hind legs without their ears touching the top.
Solid Flooring: Avoid wire mesh floors! They cause painful 'sore hocks' (pododermatitis). Use solid wood or plastic with straw bedding.
Safe Havens: Provide at least two hiding places (boxes or tunnels) so they feel secure while in their space.

Fun Facts

"A happy rabbit will perform a 'binky'—a jump in the air with a twist—which requires at least 4-5 feet of clear width."
"Rabbits can jump up to 3 feet high, so exercise runs must have roofs or very high walls."
"In the wild, a rabbit's warren system can cover over an acre of ground!"
"Rabbits are 'crepuscular,' meaning they need the most space during dawn and dusk when they are naturally active."

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