This study’s purpose is to examine how everyday household environmental factors influence the resting and sleep patterns of domestic rabbits. Rabbits are sensitive prey species that rely on good-quality sleep for normal cognitive function, emotional regulation, and immune health. Although environmental conditions are known to affect overall rabbit welfare, little research has focused specifically on how typical household environmental factors (e.g. noise, scent, and lighting) contribute to sleep disturbance in companion house rabbits. This study aims to address this gap and provide evidence that can guide husbandry decisions for rabbit owners and veterinary professionals. The practical application of this research is to help owners create calmer, more welfare-focused home environments. Findings show that increased household noise and strong odours significantly contribute to sleep disruption, indicating that rabbits are highly sensitive to sudden or intense sensory changes. Owners can reduce stress by limiting abrupt loud sounds, improving ventilation during cooking, avoiding strong-scented products, providing quiet sheltered resting areas, and maintaining predictable routines. The study also notes additional factors – such as breed tendencies, age-related discomfort, and social housing – that may influence a rabbit’s susceptibility to disturbance. The study protocol involved an anonymous questionnaire was created using JISC Online Surveys and distributed across 11 Facebook groups focused on rabbits or exotic pets. The survey was open worldwide to house-rabbit owners and received 292 responses. Quantitative data were evaluated with Spearman’s rank correlation to assess links between environmental factors and sleep disturbance, while qualitative comments were thematically grouped to highlight common themes.