Adoption check list
Let's get started
Firstly thank you for thinking of adopting from us. Every time someone adopts from a rescue rather than buys from a breeder or pet shop, it makes the whole world of difference to a bunny's life.
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Before you take a look at our available bunnies read through our rehoming checklist below and find out a bit more about our obligations and the process. Our criteria is here to make sure that our rabbits, who are often rescued from very sad situations, live the rest of their lives with their welfare prioritised and the best standards of care possible.
We will never compromise on this, but we are always happy to give guidance, advice, and support to enable you to continue your adoption journey.
Minimum of 60sq foot of space
We rehome in line with Rabbit Welfare Association guidelines. That means 60sq foot or 2x3m of space 24 hours a day.
For outdoor set ups, we will need confirmation that your accommodation is predator proof. That means mesh with a gauge of 16g or minimum, with small apertures. It will need a roof, and to be secured on slabs or meshed underneath.
We will never rehome to a hutch, or where rabbits are allowed unsupervised free roam of a garden, regardless of whether you have ever seen any predators or not.
Bonded with a friend - or more!
Rabbits are social animals so we will never rehome a rabbit to live alone. We love a big group, but as long as you can provide one rabbit friend, we're happy bunnies!
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Our single rabbits must therefore be adopted to bond with an existing neutered/spayed rabbit, or adopted with another of our single rabbits to be bonded. We know bonding can be scary, so we can be on hand with advice, or we can recommend professional bonding services.
Access to a rabbit-savvy vet
Unfortunately many vet practices still provide a lot of outdated misinformation when it comes to rabbit care. We will ask for your vet's details so we can check them out, and we may ask further questions about them if we're unsure.
The Rabbit Welfare Association have a list of rabbit-friendly practices on their website, but it is not exhaustive- instead, the questions they suggest you ask your vet may provide a better guide of whether they are rabbit friendly.
If you are new to owning rabbits and need to register with a vet, we are happy to make recommendations. We will also want to see that you have an awareness of rabbit illnesses, and will be willing to seek vet treatment.
Correct diet
The correct diet is vital to keeps bunnies happy and healthy. They need unlimited access to good quality hay, a small amount of pellets and a small amount of daily greens (ideally fresh or dried forage).
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We do not recommend feeding muesli-style rabbit food or fruit and veg. We are more than happy to provide recommendations for suppliers.
Allowed to be a rabbit
Sometimes people want a pet that their children can cuddle, one who will never chew their favourite shoes, or nip and scratch them. Rabbits can be wonderful family pets but they can also be very hard work! Their natural instincts tell them to dig, to chew, to hide.
So, we're looking for adopters prepared to let their rabbits embrace some of those natural instincts. We might ask how you plan on bunny proofing your home to stop rabbits chew cables or furniture.
Most rabbits don't like to be picked up or cuddled, so please be ready to spend lots of time on the floor earning their trust.
Insurance or savings
Rabbits are surprisingly expensive pets. Both routine and emergency treatments can cost a lot of money very quickly.
We know it's rude to talk about money, but we will ask you about whether you intend to get insurance or, if not, proof of savings.
Rabbits are a 10+ year commitment, and so it's vital to plan the financial side of things carefully.
Our responsibilities and obligations
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We provide lifetime rescue backup for all rabbits adopted from us. This means if something in your life changes and you can no longer keep your rabbits, they can return to us.
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We're on hand for any advice you might need, both throughout the adoption process and afterwards. If you need advice on housing ideas, vet recommendations, or suggestions for professional bonding services, we're here to help.
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All our rabbits are vaccinated, neutered, and will have received a health check from a rabbit-savvy vet. We will be up front with any health conditions we're aware of in our rabbits.
