How to make a Christmas wreath for small pets

This Christmas wreath has multiple benefits for your small pets. Not only is it fun for you to make, it’s a great way of getting your small pet involved in the festivities, while keeping them entertained and looking after their teeth and digestive systems healthy.

Best of all, it’s free to make – everything to make this Christmas wreath can be found in your garden or local green space. Foraging is a great skill to have, simply being outside is good for you and you’ll find lots of safe, healthy plants your rabbits, guinea pigs, degus or chinchillas’ will love. Take a look at our foraging guide to get started.

To get started on this fabulously festive wreath, check out the instructions below.

What you need

• Weeping willow branch
• Freshly picked forage including rose petals/leaves, rosemary, herbs, marigolds, blackberry leaves
• Long strands of soft green hay

What to do

1. Bend the willow branch into a small to medium circle. Continue to weave the remaining parts of the branch/twigs around the circle until it’s intertwined.
2. Take your selection of freshly picked forage and poke each stem through the gaps in the willow so it’s held in place.
3. Thread some hay through to cover any remaining gaps.
4. Attach to the side of your pet’s enclosure for them to munch and enjoy!