Winter products for rodents and rabbits

You can order winter products for rodents and rabbits quickly and easily at DRD Rodent Shop ^®

Cold days call for smart, species-appropriate choices. An indoor rodent benefits primarily from nesting comfort and a draft-free environment, while outdoor rabbits benefit from dryness, shelter, and extra insulation. In this category, you'll find a carefully selected mix of warmth and comfort (such as tunnels, hammocks, fat beds, and fleece), nesting materials, and winter-focused products like winter herbs and winter food for outdoor rabbits. DRD Rodent Shop ^® has been a specialist since 2011 – so you shop with knowledge and practical, safe tips.

Product groups Winter products

What will you find here?

• Warmth & comfort (indoors): heat pads and heat/cool pods for a warm resting place (always offer them in a way that your pet can easily escape from).
• Warm shelters: plush tunnels, burrows, tents, sleeping bags and relaxing hideaways for security.
• Warm underlying comfort: vetbed and fleece (eg for rabbits/guinea pigs), plus anti-slip mats for grip.
• Nesting material: Cotton/kapok and soft nesting stuffing to build a warm nest (choose one that suits your species and behavior).
• Winter food & herbs: winter mixes, respiratory-supporting snacks/pellets (as a supplement), and winter food for outdoor rabbits.
• Winterscape finish: winter terrarium background for atmosphere and tranquility in the interior.

For which animals?

• Indoor animals (hamsters, dwarf hamsters, mice, gerbils): especially benefit from extra nesting material, draught-free placement and warm hiding places.
• Rats: Warm hammocks/tunnels and comfortable resting places are popular, especially with older animals.
• Guinea pigs & rabbits indoors: fleece/vetbed, soft hiding places and grip (anti-slip) increase comfort.
• Rabbits outdoors: Focus on dryness, windproofing, extra insulation (e.g., straw/hay), and appropriate winter food; thermal products are usually not the basic choice for outdoor enclosures.

Checklist: How to make it winter-proof

Practical tips

Heating & cooling (indoor)

• For indoor pets only: Use heat pads/heat & cool pods in domestic situations, not as a “standard solution” for outdoors.
• Always freedom of choice: never place a heat source under the entire enclosure; your pet must be able to escape the heat.
• Follow the manual: heat/use only according to product instructions and check temperature before use.

Warm shelters

• More than one option: preferably offer several hiding places (tunnel + burrow), so that your animal can choose for itself.
• A quiet place in the house: avoid direct radiator heat and cold window areas; stability is more pleasant than extremes.

Fleece, fatbed & grip

• Vetbed/fleece: ideal as a soft, warm place to lie down (especially for rabbits/guinea pigs); combine with a dry base.
• Anti-slip: useful on smooth surfaces, so that older or heavy animals can walk more confidently.

Nesting material

• Choose appropriately for your species: Rodents like to build nests, but gnawing behavior varies; check regularly for cleanliness and replace as needed.
• More comfort, less stress: a good nest is often the most important “heating solution” for small indoor animals.

Winter food & herbs

• Outdoor rabbits: appropriate winter food can be part of a good overall diet; always pay attention to basic nutrition (hay) and condition.
• Herb mixes: primarily intended as a tasty variation and supplement (not as a replacement for complete food).

Winter styling

• Terrarium background: provides a calm, “finished” look.

Hygiene & maintenance

• Textiles: wash fleece/vetbed according to the instructions and ensure it is completely dry before returning it to the enclosure.
• Daily check: remove wet spots and check hiding places for moisture (comfort depends on dryness).
• Nesting material: replace (part of) it when it becomes damp or dirty; this keeps it warm and fresh.

Safety

FAQ Winter Products