Providing rabbits with adequate living space is fundamental to their physical health and psychological wellbeing, yet minimum legal standards often fall far short of expert recommendations.
Space restriction is one of the most common welfare failures for pet rabbits. Confined rabbits cannot express natural locomotion behaviors, leading to physical deterioration including weakened bones and muscles. Psychological stress from confinement manifests as stereotypies and aggression. Welfare advocates consistently find that public perception of rabbit needs lags far behind scientific understanding, making education critical.