It’s very important to remember that rabbits can suffer heatstroke very quickly, so you need to be vigilant about keeping them cool during hot weather. Rabbits cannot sweat and rely on their ears and environment to regulate their body temperature, which means they can overheat faster than many people realise.

🌞 Remember, if YOU don’t want to sit out in the hot sun, your rabbit won’t want to either! Here are some tips to help keep your rabbit cool:

🌡️ Bring Them Indoors

We always recommend keeping rabbits indoors where temperatures are easier to control. If your rabbit normally lives outdoors, move their enclosure to a cool, well-ventilated room during hot days—especially during heatwaves.

🧊 Use Ice Bricks or Frozen Water Bottles

Wrap ice bricks or frozen water bottles in a towel and place them in their enclosure so your rabbit can lie beside them if they wish.

🌬️ Use Fans or Air Con

Use a fan or air conditioning in the room to help circulate cooler air. Make sure the fan is not blowing directly on your rabbit, but instead improving airflow in the space.

🧱 Provide Cool Surfaces (Pictured)

Rabbits love lying on cool surfaces. Ceramic tiles, marble slabs, or cooling mats placed in their enclosure can give them somewhere comfortable to stretch out and cool down.

💧 Keep Water Fresh and Full

Check and refill water bowls or bottles frequently throughout the day. You can also offer small amounts of watery greens like cucumber or leafy greens to help with hydration.

🪟 Curtains or Blinds Closed

Keep blinds or curtains closed during the hottest part of the day to block out direct sunlight and help keep the room cooler.

🚫 Avoid Hot or Enclosed Spaces

Never place your rabbit’s enclosure in direct sun, near windows that trap heat, or on surfaces that retain heat. Always ensure there is good ventilation and shade.