Meta: Chewing keeps teeth healthy. Choose safe materials.
Rabbit and guinea pig teeth grow constantly, so they need things to chew every day, along with plenty of hay.
Safe options
- Untreated willow or apple wood sticks
- Hay cubes and woven grass mats
- Cardboard tubes and plain cardboard boxes (no ink or tape)
- Loofah-style or seagrass toys
How to use them
- Offer two or three chew items at a time.
- Place them where your pet sleeps and eats.
- Hide a little hay or a herb inside a cardboard tube to encourage chewing.
- Replace items when they are worn, soiled or damp.
What to avoid
- Softwoods like pine or cedar, which can cause problems for small animals
- Painted or varnished wood
- Plastic that can be chewed and swallowed
- Anything with glue, metal or strong chemicals
Safety tip: a diet based on unlimited hay is the best way to keep teeth healthy. If your pet stops eating, drools or has trouble chewing, see a vet.