Rabbits often choose a spot to use for the bathroom, so you can take advantage of this behaviour and teach them to go in a litterbox in that preferred space.

The type of box, its size, litter and location should be carefully chosen to increase the success of them using the litter box.

Here are some tips to help you get started with training your rabbit to use a litterbox:

• Place hay in their litterbox to encourage them to use it.
• Training can take a few weeks, and any accidents should be transferred to their litterbox to encourage them to go in that spot.
• You may have to experiment with their litterbox set up to find what they like. If they have access to a large area or multiple rooms, you may need to provide multiple litterboxes.

Check out our guide to rabbit litterbox training for more tips and steps to help with the process.

Rabbits are territorial and will spread dropping and unite to mark their territory. Spaying or neutering is highly effective at reducing or preventing marking.

Speak to a veterinarian who works with rabbits/small animals about having them spayed/neutered. You can find a veterinary clinic in your area using the ABVMA Directory.

When you set up your rabbit’s enclosure, choose surfaces and bedding that are easy to clean.

The enclosure should also be big enough to allow for a litter box that your rabbit can comfortably sit and move around in, while keeping it away from their sleeping and eating area.

Check out our guide about indoor rabbit housing for tips on setting up their enclosure.

If it’s not possible to put a litterbox in the spot where your rabbit likes to go to the bathroom, restricting access to that area might be necessary.

You can protect surfaces such as furniture by using a plastic cover/mat or block them from that space with a baby gate

A sudden change in behaviour can be a sign of a health issue or pain. If your rabbit’s behaviour has recently changed, take them to your vet.

You can find a veterinary clinic in your area using the ABVMA Directory. Make sure the veterinarian is comfortable with rabbits/small animals.