Question about couches.

[Solidstatesr71]

Hello All!

I recently adopted a rabbit that I love to bits. I have blocked off the underside of my couches because there’s a thin fabric that is still attached but is coming off, in parts.

I have a feeling she may start chewing it if I allow her underneath. I’m pretty sure it’s a good idea to keep these barriers in place but I can’t seem to find information on whether the fabric being used is toxic.

After doing a bit of research, it would appear that the fabric used is likely Cambric Fabric.

Was wondering if anyone knew if this is toxic and if you think I should leave the underside barricaded.

Thanks a lot!

[Wick & Fable]

I know this doesn’t answer your direct question about the fabric, but I’d just block it off regardless — under the couch is an easy place for a rabbit to run from you/poop/pee under. A lot of accidents (physical) can also happen under the couch from various things rabbits do with couch undersides too.

In short, fabric that is natural fibers (i.e. 100% cotton; not synthetic) will be able to broken down by a rabbit’s stomach easily. Things like carpet fibers– not so much and are a blockage hazard.

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.

[Solidstatesr71]

Thanks a lot for the information, she was trying to push her way through the cardboard I had placed in the was, and I was trying to figure out if I should double down on it or remove it, but it sounds like it’d be a good idea to keep it.

 

Thanks again for the info!

[Sonn]

I made the mistake of not blocking the underside of my couch with Tater Tot… He burrowed his way out of the top of one of the cushions. I was terrified but thankfully he passed all of it. I immediately bought toy blockers that go under the couch for kids. They work really really well.

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