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How often should an indoor rabbit's cage be spot-cleaned?

Every day, with a full cleaning at least once a week.

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  1. Once a month
  2. Every day ✔
  3. Only when it smells

Why: Dirty cages can lead to serious disease, and ammonia from waste irritates the airways. Merck says to spot-clean a rabbit's cage daily.

Huh, didn't know that: Merck says to fully clean an indoor rabbit's cage with hot, soapy water at least once a week.

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Why did the hamster clean his room daily? He did not want a stink wheel.
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Answer: Every day. Dirty cages can lead to serious disease, and ammonia from waste irritates the airways. Merck says to spot-clean a rabbit's cage daily.

  1. Merck Veterinary Manual: Providing a Home for a Rabbit www.merckvetmanual.com/all-other-pets/rabbits/providing-a-home-for-a-rabbit
    an indoor rabbit’s cage should be spot-cleaned daily and fully cleaned with hot, soapy water at least once a week
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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