Mary Jensen 
There are many options for housing your rabbit indoors, including enclosures, rabbit houses, cages, and others. We will discuss each of them below.
Free living in an apartment
If you decide to give your pet rabbit the whole apartment to live in, you will need to put a toilet, a box with hay, and a plastic mat with a bowl of food and water in one of the rooms. They will be able to eat, drink, and go to the toilet whenever they need to. If you plan to leave them alone in the house, provide them with cardboard boxes for entertainment.
Enclosure
A great option is to set up an enclosure in the corner of the room for your rabbit. Enclosures can be purchased at many pet stores or made yourself.
Enclosures are large enough to hold everything your rabbit needs and allow them to move around freely.
If you are concerned about your floor or carpet, you can place a plastic mat, piece of linoleum, or old carpet in the enclosure. (Make sure your rabbit does not eat these materials, as this can lead to constipation. If the edges of the mat are placed outside the enclosure, the animal will be able to chew on it.) Enclosures usually do not have roofs, so make sure you buy an enclosure that is large enough for your rabbit to jump over. This is usually about 80-100 cm high.
Enclosures are useful if you intend to eventually let your pet roam freely in your home. Restricting your rabbit’s space at first will allow him/her to get used to the location of the litter box and feeders. By gradually increasing the space, your rabbit will not be overwhelmed by the large area. This helps prevent accidents and reduce stress.
DIY cage
If you are limited in space, you can build a multi-story cage for your pet. You can use wood, metal, and other materials to build a multi-story cage. (See the photo gallery for ideas for modern and stylish DIY cages) Please note that you should not build a rabbit enclosure out of plastic chicken wire, as rabbits can chew through it and accidentally swallow it. In addition, if you decide to use metal mesh, the mesh should be small enough that the rabbit cannot stick its head between the bars. Otherwise, your rabbit could injure itself or suffocate.
Rabbit cages
Of all the housing options, rabbit cages provide the least amount of space for your rabbit. However, if you decide to house your rabbit in a large cage, you must ensure that the rabbit has enough time outside the cage—at least a few hours a day. There are many different cage options, but there are a few rules to keep in mind.
Cages should be large enough to accommodate your rabbit. The bigger, the better! There should be space for your rabbit to move around and lie down, as well as space for food, water, a toilet, and toys. Never use glass aquariums, as they are not large enough and do not have normal air circulation. It is also better to have a cage with a door on the side so that your rabbit can come and go on its own.
Some owners prefer cages with wire bottoms because you can put bedding underneath. This is not a bad option, but in order for the rabbit to stand/lie down, you need to put a piece of wood or cardboard on top. Standing on a grate, a pet rabbit may experience discomfort.
There are many different housing options to consider for your rabbit. Rabbits need a place where they feel safe, as well as a place to exercise. The best option will depend on your living conditions. But remember, rabbits are very social creatures, so choose a place in your home that will not make your rabbit feel lonely and abandoned.
