A self-funded rabbit rescue in Bristol, UK. Registered Charity No. 1196322. Our registered charity number is 1196322. We get all ages, all sizes and all breeds!
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All links to social media and fundraising pages can be found here:
https://linktr.ee/Thelittlestlivesrescue
We rescue and re-home rabbits in Bristol, UK. Please check this page and our website for animals that need new homes. Please consider adopting rather than buying from a shop or breeder. The rescue is based in Patchway, Bristol and we have many foster carers who look after the rabbits in the
ir own homes. This means that our bunnies are socialised, correctly sexed, checked for illnesses and assessed for behaviour and habits. Every time a pet is fostered, another animal in need can take its place. We also offer a bonding service and provide grooming days with all profits going back into the rescue. Join our Facebook advice group, a supportive community of bunny owners: Facebook.com/groups/607468856757849/
How to help:
We rely on our volunteers to keep the rescue running and always appreciate any help offered. Ways you can help include: volunteering (fundraising or cleaning), fostering, donating, adopting, sharing our posts, leaving us a review and spreading the word. Please contact us for more information
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RABBIT WELFARE WEEK: Healthy Diet, Happy Bunnies!
(Day 3)
Your rabbits’ diet of 85-90% high quality feeding hay or fresh grass can be supplemented with nuggets and fresh greens.
Here are some examples of safe and unsafe greens and herbs!
All house plants should be kept away from your bunnies as part of bunny-proofing your home, including shop-bought flowers which contain pesticides and preservatives that can be harmful to rabbits.
Happy Whisker Wednesday from Ruby! 🤍🩷🐰
https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/portfolio-items/ruby/?portfolioCats=4
Could you be a bunny fosterer? 🐰🐰
What we need:
Indoor or outdoor homes for a bunny (or 2) which meet recommended size and safety requirements.
At least a few months of your time, love and commitment.
Be able to travel to and from our rabbit savvy vets for any routine or emergency appointments.
Provide enrichment, food and treats for the bunnies in your care.
Send us cute pictures and updates to help find them the best furever home.
We cover all vets costs, provide support, experience and a friendly community of animal lovers!
If you think fostering could be for you, and would like to find out more, please please get in touch. 🙏
We'd love to hear from you!!
https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/fostering-rabbits/
Absolutely obsessed with this slow-mo of Boo's hair blowing in the breeze! 💨😄
RABBIT AWARENESS WEEK: Healthy Diet, Happy Bunnies!
(Day 2)
Choosing the best rabbit food for your bunnies can seem confusing. They are complex animals that need a balanced diet with the right mix of fibre, vitamins and minerals to stay happy and healthy.
They are herbivores, this means rabbits need a plant-based diet with lots of fibre. Fibre is a key part of their diet and it keeps your rabbits’ digestive system healthy and moving, helping to prevent illnesses such as gut stasis.
An easy way to get lots of great fibre in their diet is to make sure your rabbits have unlimited access to good quality, dust extracted feeding hay or fresh grass.
Don't forget to monitor your bun's weight. Weighing them regularly helps you to keep an eye on their overall health.
If you have any concerns about your rabbit’s weight, or if your rabbit is not eating, seek the advice of a rabbit savvy vet.
Pellets should only make up around 5% of your bunny's daily diet (we recommend Burgess Excel or Science Selective), and sugary treats including fruit should be very occasional, not every day!
Batgirl and Roo, oh how we love you! 💚
https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/portfolio-items/batgirl-and-roo/?portfolioCats=5
"Foster parents bought me the bestest toy ever today!
They call it 'old hay box'!" - Ivy 🐰🎁🤣
https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/portfolio-items/ivy-and-benjamin/?portfolioCats=5
🐰RABBIT AWARENESS WEEK🐰
Today is day 1 of Rabbit Awareness Week so we're kicking it off with a brilliant video made by one of our fabulous volunteers.
Starting with this year's theme "Healthy Diet, Happy Bunnies", the video touches upon all 5 Basic Welfare Needs, and of course features some very cute bunnies showing off their cheeky nature.
Keep an eye out all this week for more rabbit welfare posts, focusing on Healthy Diet, Happy Bunnies!
And don't forget to check out the RAAG website for lots more great tips.🐰
HAY there Stevie!! 👋💛
https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/portfolio-items/stevie-shadow-and-sky/?portfolioCats=5
The 2024 PDSA Paw report has gathered some really interesting stats.
Studies like this really shine a light on how far we still have to go in the battle to educate rabbit owners in the UK.
42% of rabbits live alone, and the majority of rabbits are not rehomed from a reputable rescue. 😭
All imagery and statistics in this post are from: https://www.pdsa.org.uk/what-we-do/pdsa-animal-wellbeing-report
Today we've set up our stall at Barley Close Summer Fayre in Mangotsfield.
Catch us from 12-4pm. It's gonna be a good one! ☀️🧸🐰
FLOP!! 💤💤💤
It's so lovely to see our little Flora exploring and playing in the grass! 😍💚
Today we are at BSCS Primary Summer Fayre in Bradley Stoke!
Come say hi, and win some big teds, til 3pm. 🧸🐰
On a scale of 1 - Bono, how excited are you for the weekend?! 😄😃
https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/portfolio-items/bono/?portfolioCats=3
Victoria is putting on her red lippy for a big Friday night! 💄💋🍓
We can't stress enough how desperate our need for fosterers is!! 😭 Please, if you think you can help, we would love to hear from you!
Sassy Benny butt Friday! 😆🍑🐰🐰
https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/portfolio-items/ivy-and-benjamin/?portfolioCats=5
Welcome to Lola and Bo's grass eating contest: Who can munch the most in the quickest time?! 🐰🌿🐰
https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/portfolio-items/lola-and-bo/?portfolioCats=5
Coco the sleepy bunny baguette! 🥖💤
https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/portfolio-items/coco-and-boo/?portfolioCats=5
Marlon and Humphrey tucking into a nice chunky rose branch! 🥰🌹
Mr. cheeky chops Simba says, "Some-bunny adopt me pleeeease!"
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When the weather gets really hot, you may be tempted to introduce frozen treats and ice cubes to your bunny's diet, but we would strongly advise against it!
Ice can play havoc with a rabbit's digestive system and lead to gastrointestinal problems and stasis.
If your bunnies only have a bottle as their water source, offer a water bowl as well, so that they can get a better drink.
With a bowl, they will drink faster and more efficiently, and the cool water will help to cool them down.
Don’t chill the water or add ice cubes to it, but make sure it’s not boiling in the sun.
If you're unsure, it's always best NOT to change your bunny's diet depending on the seasons. As long as they have a healthy diet with unlimited access to hay, keep it as consistent as possible so those delicate tummies don't get upset!
Happy Whisker Wednesday from our handsome Sponge!! 🍰🍰
https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/portfolio-items/vicki-and-sponge/?portfolioCats=5
What does it mean to foster for The Littlest Lives Rescue? 💚🐰
You may have seen our regular posts calling for much needed bunny fosterers, and we understand that there are many things to consider when you're thinking of taking on a new challenge like fostering...
So we've put together this post which will hopefully answer some of your questions:
Fostering for The Littlest Lives Rescue involves caring for a bunny or bunnies as if they were your own, without the financial burden of vets fees.
Our team of fosterers are a diverse group of individuals with varying backgrounds, interests and skills.
We are always keen to welcome new fosterers into the group.
We have a group chat where engagement can be as minimal as simply sending updates or questions about the bunnies in your care, or as involved as having a good laugh and meeting up for group socials – there’s something for everyone.
We all endeavor to help each other out, and there's almost always someone willing to help with things like holiday cover.
Fosterers are asked to provide a safe space for the bunnies taken in to their care (following the RWAF guidelines), take them to necessary vet appointments, and provide them with food/bedding/enrichment. Some of our fosterers buy fresh bales of hay at £5, grow their own herbs or bunny safe weeds and make enrichment from empty toilet rolls stuffed with hay which minimizes daily costs.
Vet fees and treatments are covered and paid directly by the rescue, leaving fosterers free to enjoy their bunny friends without financial worries.
The end aim is to find forever homes for our foster bunnies. The average amount of time a bunny spends in our care is 5 months, but it can vary between bunnies depending on their needs.
Some are with us for only weeks, and some will move out of their foster homes and stay with us forever as sanctuary bunnies.
One of our foster pairs have been looking for their forever home for 3 years.
If you’d like to know more about fostering for The Littlest Lives Rescue, please get in touch for more information – with no obligation if you decide fostering isn’t for you.
You can also check out the fostering page of our website here: https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/fostering-rabbits/
P**p guardian!💩🐰🤣
Happy Tongue out Tuesday from Benjamin! 😝
https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/portfolio-items/ivy-and-benjamin/?portfolioCats=5
Our events volunteers are always very busy at this time of year, attending lots of Summer Fayres, spreading the word about proper rabbit care and raising much needed funds.
So, where can you find us this summer? Here's a list of our upcoming events-
Summer Fair BSCS Primary
Saturday 22nd June 2024 11am - 3pm
Barley Close Summer Fayre
Sunday 23rd June 2024 12-4pm
Little Stoke Primary School
Friday 28th June 2024 3-6pm
Stoke Lodge Primary School
Saturday 29th June 2024 11-2pm
Operation Christmas Hamper Summer Fayre
Sunday 30th June 2024 12-3pm
Friends of Longwell Green School
Friday 5th July 2024 3.15-6pm
Brentry School Fair
Saturday 6th July 2024
Beacon Rise Summer Fayre
Saturday 6th July 2024 12-3pm
Mangotsfield Primary PTA
Saturday 13th July 2024 3-7pm
Great Ant Exhibition
Saturday 3rd August 2024 10am
Community Awareness Fun Day
Sunday 18th August 2024 12-8pm
Chew Stoke Harvest Home
Saturday 7th September 2024 12.30 - 5pm
Bathampton Village Show
Saturday 14th September 2024
We hope to see some of you there!! 🌞
Also, if you would like to get involved in helping our events and fundraising team, please don't hesitate to get in touch. They are a lovely bunch!! 🤗🐰
Just a happy girl and her yummy plantain! 🍃😍
Do you have a lonely bunny at home, or space to add to your fluffle? If you would like to give our gorgeous Ruby a forever home, please fill in an adoption form on our website:
https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/portfolio-items/ruby/?portfolioCats=4
Monday morning motivation- Binkying into a brand new week with Rafiki! 💚🐇
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Absolutely obsessed with this slow-mo of Boo's hair blowing in the breeze! 💨😄 #sofluffy #fosterbunny #adoptapair #adoptdontshop #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue #bunny #fluffybunny
🐰RABBIT AWARENESS WEEK🐰 Today is day 1 of Rabbit Awareness Week so we're kicking it off with a brilliant video made by one of our fabulous volunteers. Starting with this year's theme "Healthy Diet, Happy Bunnies", the video touches upon all 5 Basic Welfare Needs, and of course features some very cute bunnies showing off their cheeky nature. Keep an eye out all this week for more rabbit welfare posts, focusing on Healthy Diet, Happy Bunnies! And don't forget to check out the RAAG website for lots more great tips.🐰
FLOP!! 💤💤💤 #bono #flop #bunnyflop #tiktok #adoptdontshop #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue #bunnytok
Victoria is putting on her red lippy for a big Friday night! 💄💋🍓 #fosterbunny #bunny #rabbit #adoptdontshop #adoptapair #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue
Marlon and Humphrey tucking into a nice chunky rose branch! 🥰🌹 #bunnies #bunnypair #adoptdontshop #lovelittlelives #rescuebunnies #rabbitrescue #thelittlestlivesrescue
Monday morning motivation- Binkying into a brand new week with Rafiki! 💚🐇 #happymonday #bunny #bunnybinky #rabbit #adoptdontshop #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue
Beautiful Belle munching her leaves! 💚🐰🥬 #fosterbunny #rescuebunny #adoptdontshop #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue
Sharing is caring!! Benny and Ivy having a great time munching through their grass pot! 🐰🐰 #cutebunnies #adoptusplease #adoptdontshop #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue
A special butt wash for you m'lady? 🐰🐰😅😅 #batgirlandroo #truelove #sundayfunday #fosterbunnies #adoptdontshop #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue
Rafiki’s £1 Appeal Story 💚 Late on a miserable wet September night, a kind hearted lady found a little grey bunny hiding under a car, sheltering from the rain and the cats that had been chasing her. She brought the bunny into the warm and dry to keep her safe while she looked for the bunnys owners, but sadly nobody came forward for her. A few days later, this little stray bunny gave birth to four tiny kits, and this is where Rafiki’s story began. Sadly, two of the babies passed away as mum was too small and young to care for all of them, but Rafiki and his brother Simba survived and came into the care of The Littlest Lives Rescue in January. The little stray bunny is now called Bun and has a happy home with her very own husbun staying with her rescuer. Simba has been neutered and vaccinated and is ready to find his forever family too https://thelittlestlivesrescue.org.uk/portfolio-items/simba/?portfolioCats=3 , but Rafiki hasn’t had such a straightforward experience. Unfortunately Rafiki’s eye started watering shortly after his vaccination and instead of being booked in for his neuter, he had a culture taken, was started on a long course of anti-inflammatories, eye drops and antibiotics 2-3 times a day, as well as having multiple attempts to have his tear ducts flushed. Poor Rafiki has been back and forth to many vet appointments and is thoroughly sick of his fosterer giving him medication, but over 3 months of treatment he has been such a brave boy and even went to his foster mum to give her kisses and cuddles after his most recent attempt at flushing his eye. Sadly none of the treatment Rafiki has received so far has improved his eye at all and he needs a CT scan to find out exactly what is happening. CT scans are an extremely useful diagnostic tool but they aren’t cheap and cost in excess of £1,000. Poor Rafiki is still just a baby and has his whole life ahead of him so we really need to find out what’s causing his eye issues and give h
Pops is really growing in confidence! Look at her binkying towards her foster human! 🥰 #fosterbunny #rescuebunny #binkies #adoptdontshop #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue
Check out that slow-mo action!! 🤣🌿 #Ruby #fosterbunny #adoptdontshop #availableforadoption #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue
A morning head massage for queen Janey! 🤍👑 #bunny #rabbit #fosterbunny #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue
Just a little compilation of Chip and Dale being adorable happy bunnies! 🥹🐰🐰 #adoptusplease #bunnypair #adoptdontshop #bunnies #rabbits #rabbitrescue #bunnylife #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue
Vicki and Sponge have a new favourite game! 🤩🤩 #rabbitenrichment #pairsforadoption #bunnies #rabbitrescue #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue #adoptusplease #adoptdontshop
Yawn, lick, flop, snooze! 🤍💗🐰 #Ruby #fosterbunny #bunny #rabbit #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue #adoptdontshop #rabbitrescue #rewbunny
"Ain't nothin' gonna slow me down... I got to keep on munchin'!"- Raja 😋 #bunniesforadoption #adoptdontshop #socute #hungrybunny #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue
Yes, they love each other, but could you love them too?? 🥹🙏 We have an unbelievable number of pairs up for adoption (and our beautiful trio) who have been waiting to find their furever homes for far too long! Please, someone give them a chance at their happily ever after. 😢 You can visit all of their profiles on our website and you'll find our adoption enquiry forms there too! #adoptdontshop
Seriously, could these two be any cuter!?!? 💤💤 #VickiandSponge #sleepytime #adoptusplease #relax #socute #bunnies #rabbits #adoptdontshop #lovelittlelives #thelittlestlivesrescue
Who stole all the mint!? Roo did!! 🤤😆 #mischievousmonday #batgirlandroo #bunny #rabbit #lovelittlelives #adoptdontshop #thelittlestlivesrescue
The Littlest Lives Rescue, formally known as the Littlest Rescue was taken over by Brittany Roberts in 2020. The Littlest Rescue was founded by Bev Taylor in 2006 where she held the main centre in her garden. Bev and the rescue have helped thousands of animals over the years and will continue to do the same for many years to come. When Bev decided to retire in 2019 Brittany, who had her own small rescue, offered to take over.
The centre has now been relocated in North Bristol, where we plan to not only help rescue rabbits but offer boarding and bonding to help create funds to keep up the work that we do. We are a rescue that widely depends on the amazing volunteers we have. This includes fostering, cleaning out, admin and fundraising. Without the goodwill of our volunteers we just couldn’t do what we do.
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