Creating a safe outdoor home for rabbits requires more than simply buying a hutch or run. In this guide we explain how to design a secure rabbit enclosure that provides space to move, protection from predators and weather, and an environment that supports natural behaviour. Based on modern welfare understanding and the Animal Welfare Act, this guide also outlines the housing standards we require when rehoming rabbits through Nibbles.

Every Easter, interest in rabbits rises as the “Easter bunny” appears in shops, cards, and decorations. But rabbits are complex, long-term companions with specific welfare needs. This guide explains why rabbits should never be bought as Easter gifts and what responsible rabbit guardianship really involves.

Are hamsters social animals? While rats and mice depend on companionship, hamsters do not form stable social groups and do not require company to thrive. This guide explores what the Animal Welfare Act means by “appropriate” housing and why solitary living is often the most welfare-appropriate choice for hamsters.

Rabbit Vaccinations are essential to protect against myxomatosis and RHD. Learn what UK rabbits need, when to vaccinate, and why annual boosters matter.

Animal welfare is often associated with farms, laboratories, or zoos — not with the rabbits and rodents sharing our homes. But welfare applies to all animals. This guide explains what animal welfare really means, why it’s so often misunderstood, and how it relates to the everyday lives of rabbits and rodents.

Hamster housing is one of the most misunderstood areas of hamster care. Small cages, shallow bedding, and sparse setups are still widely promoted, despite strong evidence linking them to stress and poor welfare. This guide explains how much space hamsters really need, why floor space and deep bedding matter, and how thoughtful enclosure design can reduce stress and support natural behaviour.

Enrichment is about more than toys or treats. It describes the environment we provide for our rabbits and the opportunities it offers to support natural behaviour. By understanding what rabbits are designed to do — and how enrichment supports their physical and mental wellbeing — we can make thoughtful changes that genuinely improve welfare.

How much space do rabbits really need? Space isn’t just somewhere to put housing — it’s one of the most important parts of rabbit welfare. When rabbits have enough room to move, explore, rest, and live confidently with their companion, every part of their wellbeing improves. This blog explains why space matters and what good housing looks like in practice.

Confused about what rabbits can and can’t eat? You’re not alone. At Nibbles Rabbit & Rodent Rescue, we see how poor diets cause hidden health problems every day. This complete guide explains what a healthy rabbit diet really looks like — from hay and herbs to safe treats — helping you keep your rabbits happy, healthy, and thriving.

Introduction Animal welfare isn’t fixed in time. As our knowledge grows, so too does our understanding of what animals need to live...

Rescue isn’t just what we do — it’s who we are. This blog offers an honest look into the reality of rabbit and rodent rescue: the emotional weight, the tireless work, and the joy that keeps us going. Discover why we’ve devoted our lives to changing theirs — and why your support matters more than ever.

Nibbles was founded to give rabbits and rodents the specialist care they deserve. Ten years on, we’re still saving lives—but we’re now facing permanent closure. This blog shares just a few of the many animals we’ve helped, and why rescues like ours are still urgently needed. With your support, we can keep fighting for the next life in need.

Rabbits might seem calm in petting zoos or cafés, but that stillness often hides fear. As prey animals, they freeze when stressed — not because they’re relaxed. Taking them to busy, noisy events isn’t cute or kind, it’s harmful. Responsible care means meeting their needs, not using them to meet ours.

Think rabbits & rodents aren’t in rescues? Think again! Discover why adoption changes lives—for them and for you.

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It may seem like the idyllic lifestyle to leave our pet rabbits to roam freely in the garden. Is it really the right thing to do?

Is it possible to judge happiness in a hamster? What about a rabbit? How can we really tell if our pet is happy? Read this blog to find out

Behind the cute baby animals in pet shop windows lies a hidden industry of suffering. Rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and other small pets a

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It's our fault the rabbit will be set free, our fault that they'll just have to leave it behind, our fault it'll die!