
Domestic rabbits are social and exploratory animals requiring environmental stimulation to perform natural behaviors such as gnawing, digging, foraging, and social interaction. Conventional housing systems often restrict these behaviors, leading to stress, aggression, and poor health. Environmental enrichment—including physical, occupational, nutritional, social, and sensory elements—significantly improves rabbit welfare. Elevated platforms enhance behavioral diversity and movement opportunities, while gnawing materials reduce abnormal behaviors in growing rabbits. Social enrichment benefits growing rabbits, though group housing for does presents challenges. Despite positive outcomes, research gaps remain regarding long-term effects, standardized protocols, and practical implementation in commercial settings.
breeding rabbits, enrichments, growing rabbits, Rabbit welfare, on-farm
breeding rabbits, enrichments, growing rabbits, Rabbit welfare, on-farm
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