All About Rabbit Litter Boxes from standard to non standard.

A digital graphic featuring a pink rabbit illustration on the left and a rabbit with stuffed animals in a circle with the text "The Town of Imagination for Rabbits" above and below on the right. Below, black text reads "Rabbit Care Litter Boxes".
Text explaining that rabbits are clean animals like cats, can be trained to use a litter box, which comes in small, medium, and large sizes. It also mentions that the pictures in the guide feature stuffed animals and no bedding.
Two stuffed bunny rabbits inside a green, table-top, portable potting tray, repurposed as a large litter box, with a colorful fabric curtain featuring Hello Kitty and other characters in the background, and a patterned cloth with flowers underneath.
A plastic cat litter box with two plush bunny toys inside, placed on a colorful fabric with floral and geometric patterns, with a background of a decorated Hello Kitty-themed fabric.
Two plush stuffed animals resembling rabbits with grey and white fur, long floppy ears, and pink insides, are sitting inside a lavender plastic litter box on a colorful floral-patterned cloth. In the background, there is a decorated fabric with carto
A small pet enclosure with a white stuffed bunny, a black kitten in a pink litter box, a bamboo mat, a blue water dish, and a yellow and blue food bowl with hay, set on a pink cloth with cartoon animals.
A small rabbit with spotted fur and floppy ears sitting in a green plastic litter box on a floral blanket, with a colorful background featuring cartoon sun, rainbow, and Hello Kitty illustrations.
A plush bunny with floppy ears sitting on a red plastic tray inside a wire enclosure decorated with Hello Kitty and rainbow-themed fabric.
Comparison of a dirty litter box filled with debris and a clean, disinfected litter box after sun exposure and vinegar treatment.
Instructional text about making animal litter from paper, plants, or sawdust, warning against using clay, and showing three different types of animal bedding products: Cat Country organic wheatgrass litter, Critter Country bedding, and Tractor Supply
A rabbit cage with a litter box containing hay and bedding, placed on a floral-patterned surface for the rabbit's safety and comfort.

Rabbit Litter Boxes

 

Rabbits, like cats, are very clean animals.
Just like cats, rabbits can be trained to use a litter box. The basic litter box used for rabbits is typically a cat litter box, which comes in small, medium, and large sizes. We'll go into more detail on alternative litter box options and cleaning methods.

All pictures in this guide feature stuffed animals and no bedding unless otherwise noted.

various litter boxes stacked together to show size difference

The Table-Top Gardener Portable Potting Tray

The Table-Top Gardener Portable Potting Tray can be repurposed as a large litter box, featuring a low entry opening that makes it easy for rabbits to access. It’s an excellent option for very large rabbits weighing 10 pounds or more.

You also use the table top gardening tray for older rabbits and also for those with mobility issues as it keeps the litter and hay in one spot.

Top Gardener Portable Potting Tray used as a litter box for large rabbits.

Standard small, medium, and large cat litter boxes

Standard small, medium, and large cat litter boxes are great for most rabbits. If you have a bonded pair, you can always place two litter boxes side by side to accommodate both rabbits comfortably.

Low-entry cat litter boxes

Low-entry cat litter boxes are ideal for rabbits with mobility issues, making it easier for them to get in and out without strain.

paper tray holder

You can use a simple paper tray holder as a litter box for orphaned kits. Its low sides make it easy for tiny kits to climb in and out safely.

non-traditional litter boxes

The litter box is typically a rectangular plastic box that comes in various sizes and heights. Since each bunny is unique, different styles may work better for different rabbits. In this guide, we’ll show some of the non-traditional litter boxes—not originally made for cats—that we’ve used and discovered at the town’s thrift store.

We found this item without knowing exactly what it was originally meant for—but it turned out to be perfect! The ½-inch entry height makes it especially great for older bunnies or those with mobility issues.

When you're at the thrift shop, if you see something that might work, go ahead and grab it—you might never come across it again.

We used the same Demo Bunny in each photo to provide a consistent size reference. The idea is to start with a basic cat litter box, but don’t be afraid to get creative and adjust based on your bunny’s needs.

Litter Box Cleaning.

You can put your litter box out in the sun for cleaning. We put 2/3 water and 1/3 vinegar (note not exact). Leave it in the sun for an hour or two.

You can clean your litter box by placing it out in the sun. Fill it with about two-thirds water and one-third vinegar (this is approximate), then leave it in the sun for an hour or two. The sun and vinegar work together to help disinfect and deodorize the box naturally.

Litter Types

You can use litter made from paper or plants. You can use wood stove pellets made from sawdust. You can also use paper or towels.

You SHOULD NOT USE clay based, clumping and wood shavings. Reference your local Rabbit Rescue Group in your area.