Help! My bun is chewing drywall

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- 08/10/2020 at 6:02 PM
  Christinae130
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  hi everyone, this is my first post!
  
  I have a 7 month old lionhead rabbit named Louie. He’s been eating at my walls when I let him out of his enclosure and I’m not sure what to do. He‘s been nurtured, has plenty of toys to chew, and always has fresh hay and pellets. Any tips would be greatly appreciated!
- 08/10/2020 at 6:05 PM
  Wick & Fable
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  That looks exactly like all my dry wall corners, haha…..
  
  They are very tempting. My rabbit lost interest over time and after I shoo’d her enough, but there were still a few she enjoyed, so I bought cat scratches and cut them to cover the corners. I also get in the habit of having a couple pieces lying around to re-direct her when she is in a “chewing” mood. Rabbits are very much “get out of my way” oriented, so I’ve found being able to distract her attention by constantly putting a cardboard toy in front of her lets that energy out.
  
  The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.
- 08/10/2020 at 7:04 PM
  Louiethebunny
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  My male rabbit’s name is Louie too! Some people recommend NIC grids to help bunny proof walls and baseboards.
- 08/10/2020 at 8:12 PM
  LBJ10
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  Cardboard is cheap and easy. Just cut it to fit around the corners.
  
  Bunnies tend to like “solid” things to chew on. You might consider making a chew out of a larger board so it can remain stationary while being chewed on.
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