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How to safely give my bunny sun exposure for vitamin D in heat?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | unspayed | 9 months and 23 days old | 6 lbs

Thank you doctors. My bunny is 1 years old. We live in a very hot country where temperature could rise to 55°C. Early mornings are still very hot. I dont want to harm her but want to figure out a way to expose her to the sun without it causing her major issues. Also, are there specific times where vit D is better absorbed? How long should bunny be exposed per day? Peace and love

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 12th, 2020

Hello, Good question! Yes, it would be good for her to get either direct sunlight OR you can use a UVB light bulb over her cage. If you take her outside for sunlight I would do it in small increments at the coolest part of the day - example, 15 minutes 2 to 3 times per day. That should be sufficient.

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