Ballina Small Animal Boarding

03/04/2025

Have you heard the news? now have Senior Cavy especially for seniors like Caramel

02/04/2025

A timely reminder as Easter approaches…

While we love rabbits here at SAN, and believe they are wonderful pets when provided the proper care, we want to remind people that rabbits are not suitable as Easter gifts!

Rabbits are sensitive animals with ongoing needs for housing, nutrition, enrichment and medical care.

Rabbits should only be adopted or purchased by those who have put time and thought into preparing to bring a rabbit into their home.

Best to stick to chocolate eggs as gifts on Easter Sunday! 🍫🍫🍫

23/03/2025

Have you tried new treats?

16/03/2025

Happy 4th Birthday to our wascally wabbit Nugget 💞

14/03/2025

Have you booked in for Easter holidays? Don't miss out!

04/03/2025

If any of my boarders are in flood risk zone you are welcome to bring your rabbits or gp's to me for the week. Please make sure they are indoors as the cyclone approaches.

13/02/2025

Do you need holiday boarding for your rabbits and guinea pigs?
Book online available or send me a message

12/02/2025

Giant Flemish Kafka has settled in well. She is a regular here now and is so relaxed and chilled

05/02/2025

You know the best thing about adopting a rabbit from The Rabbit Sanctuary? They have 100% return guarantee for all their bunnies.

24/01/2025

23/01/2025

Christmas and Aioli are enjoying their holiday with us. Vetafarm Pellets for dinner and fresh greens for brekky

06/01/2025

03/01/2025

Please do not support backyard breeders!! Adopt from a reputable charity like the Rabbit Sanctuary or Gold Coast Guinea Pig Rescue Inc

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas from our family to yours. Hope you all enjoy your holiday while your bunnies holiday with us 🐰🎄 🎁

12/12/2024

Important info about gut stasis

🐰 Gut Stasis in Rabbits 🐰

This is darling Navan having a nice snooze in hospital recovering from her bout of Gut Stasis 🤒

Rabbits are delicate animals, and one of the most common health issues they face is gut stasis, also known as gastrointestinal stasis (GI stasis). This is a potentially life-threatening condition where the digestive system slows down or stops entirely, leading to a dangerous buildup of gas and toxins.

Gut stasis can happen for many reasons, including stress, dehydration, poor diet, pain, or underlying illnesses. Rabbits rely on a diet high in fiber (like high quality hay and dark leafy greens!) to keep their digestive systems running smoothly, so diets low in fiber or high in sugary treats can be a big risk factor.

Signs to watch for:
✔️ Loss of appetite or refusal to eat
✔️ Small, dry, or fewer droppings
✔️ A bloated abdomen or hunched posture
✔️ Lethargy or reluctance to move
✔️ Teeth grinding, a sign of pain

If you notice these signs, don’t wait—gut stasis can escalate quickly. Immediate veterinary care is critical to relieve pain, rehydrate your rabbit, and restart digestion.

Prevention is key! Provide plenty of fresh hay, clean water, and a calm, stress-free environment. Regular checkups help catch issues early.

04/12/2024

🎄 FOSTER A BUNNY FOR CHRISTMAS 🎄

The Rabbit Sanctuary is full and in desperate need of more Foster Carers over the holidays as many Foster Carers go away.

Can you help a bunny in need and give them some love these holidays? 🎄🐰💕

What you need:
✅ Indoor space for the bunnies
✅ Lots of love to give a bunny in need

🗓️ Long term or short term arrangements

We can supply any equipment you need and provide in depth guidance on all things you need to know.

We’ve got so many bunnies looking for a family to stay with over this festive season so if you can please consider applying to our foster program. Let’s make sure no bunnies spends the Christmas alone this year! 🎄🏡🐰🎁

Learn more and apply: https://www.rabbitsanctuary.com.au/foster