Bored Bunny? Grumpy Guinea Pig? Here’s How to Keep Their Tails Wagging (Figuratively) 🐰🐹🎉

If your rabbit is sulking in the corner or your guinea pig hasn’t popcorned in days, listen up - your small pet might be bored. And yes, that’s a big deal.

Boredom can lead to stress, chewing what they shouldn’t, overeating, and even depression. 😢 But don’t worry! We’ve got the boredom-busting basics to help your floof fam stay happy, healthy, and living their best small pet life.

🧠 1. Enrichment = Everything

Your pet’s brain needs stimulation - just like yours. Rotate toys weekly, mix up tunnels, and add new textures and safe chewables to explore. Even cardboard boxes and paper bags (minus ink and tape) are prime piggie playgrounds.

Try this:
🛒 Toss a hay-stuffed toilet paper roll in their enclosure or hide snacks in a foraging mat.

🚧 2. Rethink the Cage Setup

Would you want to live in the same bedroom layout forever? Probably not.
Change things up! Reorganize hidey spots, switch up liner colors, or add a second level (especially for rabbits who love to perch).

And yes - cleanliness counts.
Soft, dry bedding = happy feet and fewer stink-eyes from your floof.

🛒 Hot tip: Hopp’d washable liners keep their home fresh and easy on your laundry schedule.

💃 3. Floor Time = Fun Time

Outside-the-cage time is essential!
Let your rabbit or guinea pig explore a safe, enclosed playpen or bunny-proofed room for at least 1–2 hours a day.

Bring out the tunnels, ramps, and boxes - or even set up a mini agility course (yes, really!).

📸 Bonus: It’s the perfect excuse for a mini photo shoot.

🎵 4. Talk to Them (Yes, Really)

Small pets love familiar sounds. Talk to them, play calming music, or even read out loud. It builds trust - and they’ll start to recognize your voice and tone.

And guinea pigs? They might even start wheeking on cue. 🎤💕

🫶 5. Be Patient with Bonding

Rabbits and guinea pigs have big personalities. Don’t rush cuddles or expect instant friendship. Sit near their space, offer treats, and let them come to you.

Over time, they’ll learn: “Oh hey, this big human is cool.”

TL;DR: A Happy Pet = A Busy Pet 🐾

If your rabbit is thumping or your guinea pig is loafing in silence, it might be time for an enrichment upgrade:

🐹 Rotate toys
🏃 Offer floor time
🏠 Mix up their cage layout
🧠 Give them things to chew, explore, and do

Because even small pets deserve a big, fun life.

💬 Tell us: What’s your rabbit or guinea pig’s favorite way to play? Got any homemade enrichment ideas? Drop them below—we’re always collecting inspo!

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