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04/11/2024

101 Rabbit Care Questions Answered (Parts 1-10)

Part of RRP’s Mission is to spread awareness on proper rabbit care. In the past, I’ve responded to hundreds of messages from people asking about rabbit-care related questions. To help as many as we can (if you happen to stumble across this page or are following us here), we are doing an online marathon of posts that can answer some of the questions people ask all the time, and others that you probably haven’t thought of yet. I hope you find them useful.

#1 Are rabbits rodents?- No, They are lagamorphs. The main difference is their set of teeth. Lagamorphs have a total of 4 incisors in their upper jaw. Rodents, on the other hand, only have two. In addition, Lagamorphs like rabbits are able to synthesize their own vitamin C (from glucose), rats, mice, Guinea pigs, and chinchillas are not. This means your rabbit’s pellets are not appropriate to feed your rat or Guinea pig friends. Conversely, your Guinea pig’s/Rat’s/Chinchilla’s pellets are also not appropriate to feed rabbits since they have added Vitamin C which can cause kidney damage.

#2 Can Rabbits and Rodents Live Together?- No. They are not supposed to share enclosures. Yes, they can play together, visit, and they can ever share their HAY on occasion. However, living together full-time is out of the question. Rabbits can be carriers of bacterial infections like Bordetella Bronchiseptica, which can severely affect Guinea pigs.

#3 Why can’t rabbits eat pellets exclusively?- Pellets, even the most expensive and highest quality ones are not enough to provide the nutrients a rabbit needs to thrive. Hay comprises 80% of a rabbit’s diet because it not only provides micronutrients but also allows for the proper wearing down of their teeth. The cutting and grinding mechanism that happens when your bunny eats hay is what naturally wears down their incisors and molars. Failure to provide your rabbits with hay daily will lead to dental problems down the road, if not the immediate future.

#4 How often should a rabbit’s nails be cut/trimmed?- On average, you should trim your rabbit’s nails at least once a month. This is, of course, if you can get as close to the quick (blood vessels in the nails/nail bed core) without cutting into it. If you are a bit iffy on this or your rabbit is hard to contain for long periods, then you are better off doing small incremental cuts every couple of weeks. NOTE: NOT CUTTING YOUR RABBIT’S NAILS REGULARLY CAN SOMETIMES RESULT IN THE QUICK GETTING TOO LONG, THEREFORE MAKING IT MORE DIFFICULT TO TRIM WITHOUT CAUSING INJURY.

#5 What is BioFilm and how does it affect your rabbits?- Biofilm is an accumulation of bacteria and other harmful microorganisms in your pet’s food and/or water bowl. Tell-tale signs of the presence of biofilm is that unmistakable slimy coating that is found at the bottom or around the bowl. This accumulation of biological contaminants can lead to various infections or illnesses. You can protect your rabbit (or cat/dog/chinchilla/Guinea pig) from the effects of biofilm simply by washing and scrubbing their bowl (or water bottle) at least once a day.

#6 Can rabbits safely live in a house where there are cats and dogs?- YES, they CAN. However, this would require a lot of preparation on your part. First, your dog should ideally have the least amount of prey drive. This is usually breed-specific. That is, herding, hunting, and working dogs are prone to chasing small animals as this is what they’ve been bred to do for generations. Huskies, Shepherds, Collies, and hounds are just some of the breeds with extremely high prey drive. The same goes for cats as they are natural predators, despite their usual diminutive size. CONTINUED NEXT SLIDE

The key is proper introduction. It is also prudent that you have effective methods to keep one or all of your animals contained if or when tenuous situations arise, i.e. if your cat or dog starts chasing your rabbit or show any kind of aggressive behavior. If you are a multi-specie household, be sure to crate train your cat or dog and have a safe pen or oversized cage for your rabbit when they cannot be supervised. NOTE: REGARDLESS OF HOW CLOSE OR LOVING THE RELATIONSHIP IS BETWEEN YOUR CAT/DOG AND RABBIT, NEVER EVER ALLOW THEM TO PLAY OR INTERACT WITHOUT CLOSE SUPERVISION.

#7 How long do rabbits live?- There are two major factors that affect longevity in rabbits. First is their diet and upbringing. The second one is genetics. Generally, larger breeds such as Flemish giants, Continental giants, German Giants, Checkered Giants have shorter life spans (between 5-8 years). Smaller breeds such as Holland Lops, Netherland Dwarf, and Hotot live a bit longer between 10-12 years. There are of course rare exceptions (See world record for oldest living rabbit in captivity/domesticated). If given the proper diet, kept away from natural predators and other dangers, and provided adequate vet care, your rabbit can maximize his/her longevity regardless of the breed. QUICK NOTE: In my experience, mongrels or mixed breed rabbits tend to live the longest. People have a misconception that pure-bred rabbits are the healthiest. On the contrary, selective breeding is one of the causes of genetic anomalies and defects that can drastically reduce a rabbit’s life span as well as overall quality of life.

#8 Can Intact (Unspayed/Un-neutered) Rabbits be Bonded?- NO. Unless hormones are taken out of the equation completely, no two rabbits can be truly considered bonded. While there are very rare exceptions, two or more intact bunnies will likely get into a fight or a violent scuffle. It may not happen for a very long time (months or years) but it will happen and at the most inopportune times (like when it’s the dead of night and everyone is sleeping). When the fight happens and escalates to a point where one or both drew blood, there is very little chance that they will ever get back to being friends. This is true for male as well as female rabbits. If you want to forge a real bonded relationship between and among your rabbits, be sure to have them spayed and neutered and wait a couple of months or more before starting the bonding process. If you want two or more rabbits, be sure to spay and neuter them before any attempts at bonding.

#9 Is Neutering and Spaying Safe for Rabbits?- Yes. Modern advances in veterinary medicine has made spaying and neutering rabbits a routine procedure. As a precaution, most vets would do a pre-op blood screening (Chem 11) to ensure that the rabbit is healthy enough to undergo surgery. NOTE: NOT ALL VETS DO THIS ROUTINELY SO IF YOURS DO NOT REQUIRE IT AND YOU WISH TO HAVE PEACE OF MIND, YOU CAN ASK THEM TO RUN A BLOOD PANEL.

#10 Why should we neuter or spay our rabbits?- Spaying female rabbits virtually eliminates the risk of uterine and other reproductive cancers (Ovarian, mammary). Neutering males will also eliminate the risk of testicular cancer. Getting your rabbit fixed also makes for easier litter training and it allows for them to bond with other rabbits, which is necessary if you wish your rabbits to live together. Spaying and neutering also eliminates the risk of unwanted litters. NOTE: Un-spayed females are about 60% more likely to develop reproductive cancers once they hit 4 years of age and the risk just increases from there as they get much older.

28/10/2024

21/09/2024

Update 9/28/2024: We have 25 slots to go.. We will have to fill all slots before drawing. Live drawing will be announced 24 hours prior. Thank you

As we continue to work steadfastly toward building the first ever rabbit sanctuary in the Philippines, while still keeping up with growing daily expenses of current residents and new rescues, we are holding a raffle. This time there are even bigger and more exciting prizes. Each ticket is Php 250.
Thank you, Alice and Simon for sponsoring most of the prizes. Special thanks to for doing the graphics and layout. Raffle Draw will be live on Sept 28, 2024.

16/09/2024

IG has been flagging my stories and posts that feature rabbits with captions that are considered “against the rules”. For this reason, I will be sharing the incident the other night and early morning yesterday without the graphic photos. I received notifications of two sets of rabbits dumped in Muntinlupa and Taguig. As with many previous cases, it was a security guard and off duty street cleaner who reached out to people who know the work RRP does and asked for help. There is not much I can share about the situation because In both instances I was too late. At first contact, I was informed that the rabbits were “still moving” but since they had no idea how to check for vitals or provide any assistance at all, all they could do was sit and wait. There was nothing I can do but collect their bodies, 6 in total, and head on back home, call my father in law and tell him that yet again I am gonna need a piece of his backyard to lay unfortunate souls to rest. I’ve had to explain to the people who took the time to reach out to me in hopes of saving the rabbits that there was nothing they could have done. That they did the right thing, the only thing they could do. They looked exactly how I felt. Dejected, traumatised, and hopeless. They told me that they see dogs end up in the same situation almost everyday.

Why must this be the reality we live in? Why did we decide to domesticate rabbits as pets if we discard them as soon as they become an inconvenience? Why do we have the gull to rellish their unconditional love and abandon them when they need us the most? The pandemic saw a rise in new household pets. The next 3 years following the scourge of a virus saw a massive rise in animal dumping on the streets. This is a personal appeal. I am asking you, from one human being to another. DO NOT GET PETS IF YOU ARE NOT READY FOR THE RESPONSIBILITIES. THEY GET SICK LIKE WE DO. THEY GET SCARED LIKE WE DO. THEY GET LONELY LIKE WE DO. Except rabbits can’t scream. They can’t meow, they can’t bark. No one notices them until they are dead and have to be scraped off the pavement.

Please understand that compassion is a finite resource. While my love for animals will be ever-present, my ability to help them depends largely on my mental stamina and intestinal fortitude. I have both in spades, but the last 12 hours have left me feeling absolutely useless. I look at the rabbits in my home now and I apologise to them. For being too late. For not having enough money to help more of their brethren. For not having enough hours in a day to work more. I honestly do not know where we go from here. The best I can do is take a breath. Perhaps tomorrow will be kinder to animals in need.

05/07/2024

Rabbit Rehoming Philippines Sanctuary- 5-year- Plan

When RRP began in 2020, at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, I assumed that such an endeavor would be nothing more than temporary. Our small hovel of a home became a place where more than a dozen displaced rabbits were housed while waiting for their FURever families. Four years later, it is apparent that there is a greater need for a permanent and dedicated sanctuary for rabbits. With this in mind, I started to brainstorm a project that consists of not only establishing a physical structure but also providing resources that bunny owners can access to educate themselves on proper rabbit care.

Here are the 5-point, 5- year plan for Rabbit Rehoming Philippines:

1. Establish a sanctuary in Metro Manila and Southern Luzon. I have been scouting several potential locations where the Metro Sanctuary can be housed. As for our proposed Southern Luzon site, I am in talks with someone who has a strip of land available next to my father-in-law’s small farm. They are willing to lease the land and build the sanctuary there. The funding for both these buildings will be enormous so I am looking for partners and sponsors that can help RRP as I am not in a position to provide enough money, even with the 3 jobs I have now.
2. Hire a resident exotic veterinarian who would be on-site 6 days a week. Rabbits get sick at the most inopportune times, i.e. late at night or on the weekends. We want to make sure that there is an exotic vet available if/when our residents fall ill.
3. Collate and publish up-to-date rabbit care information and provide free access to anyone who needs it. One of the main reasons why rabbits end up with us is people do not take the time to prepare themselves (and their families) for the task of caring for exotic animals.
4. Procure a vehicle that will serve as full-time transport for when we have to pick up abandoned rabbits on the streets as well as for taking rabbits to and from vet appointments.
5. Establish a social media presence that allows more people to see how they can help bunnies, whether through adoption, donation or just spreading the message of how to care for them properly. Admittedly, I am a SocMed idiot. I have been doing this full-time here in the PH for 4 years and RRP’s IG has not even broken 400 followers on IG.

This is a massive undertaking which would require the help of all bunny lovers who want to see a major shift in the way we treat rabbits as pets. It’s a bit bittersweet because the fact that this sanctuary is even necessary means that there are serious issues in how we approach caring for domesticated rabbits. We ask that you lend us a hand in ensuring this sanctuary comes to fruition. We welcome donations of any amount. You can message us for account details. Thank you.

NOTE: NOT THE ACTUAL PLANS BUT THESE PHOTOS ARE OUR INSPIRATION FOR THE SPACES WE WILL BUILD, BOTH FOR INDOOR HOUSING AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITY/PLAY AREAS.

23/01/2024

We sometimes forget that behind every rescue program are real human beings who toil away. I ask nothing but respect. Nothing more, nothing less.

24/12/2023

The Holiday season, while festive for most people, can be a difficult time for pets. People often give pets as presents to unsuspecting recipients, only for the animal to end up on the streets or dead not too long after the Christmas decor comes down. Please, if you love and care for animals as you claim you do, avoid giving gifts with a pulse. Whether it’s a rabbit or a dog, please ask your intended recipient if he/she wants one and more importantly, if they are ready for the responsibility that comes with having an animal companion. We are always inundated by discarded and abandoned animals about a month or so after New Year as well as after Easter. How do you know if you or the person you are getting a pet for is ready for the responsibility of a rabbit/dog/cat or any other animal? Here are is a simple checklist:

1. Are you/they ready to provide the basics? Basis includes shelter (being inside your home), and the right kind of food. If you are getting a pet and expect not to spend money on properly nourishing your furry friend, YOU ARE NOT READY. Basic care also includes annual vet visits as well as emergency visits when pets get sick. If you or the person you are gifting to are not willing to shell out money for these things, perhaps y’all are better off with plush toys or Squishmallows. Just as cute, without any of the responsibilities attached.
2. Are you/they ready to include the pet in every major life decision from here on out? This includes getting married (does you or their partner kind and responsible toward animals?), moving houses (does the landlord-if renting a place- approve of having animals in the house/apartment/condo unit). Are there any plans of migrating or working overseas for long stretches of time? Are you/they getting pregnant anytime soon? I can’t count the number of times people ask me to take their bunnies off their hands because they are pregnant and therefore the baby has replaced the animal in the ranking of priorities.
3. Is this pet a mere convenience or whim?- People all too often get a pet and enjoy them up until the time they become a hassle or a problem. I have been a witness to how people give up their pets as soon as a vet bill enters the picture. When they realize their rabbit requires a specific diet that is going to cut into their budget. IF YOU CANNOT FEED YOUR BUNNIES PROPERLY OR TAKE THEM TO THE VET WHEN THEY GET SICK DUE TO LACK OF MONEY PLEASE DO NOT GET ONE IN THE FIRST PLACE. You cannot just get a rabbit and expect it or hope it doesn’t get sick ever.

Having pets, regardless of what specie or breed is NOT A RIGHT. IT IS A PRIVILEGE. We, as human beings, are not entitled to take have a life under our care and abandon our responsibilities to keep it healthy and happy. Do the world a favor and please think it over 100x before you walk into a pet store or a breeder’s lair. Animals are not toys. They are companions , friends, and family.

DO NOT GIVE ANIMALS AS GIFT TO A CHILD
DO NOT GIVE ANIMALS AS GIFT TO IRRESPONSIBLE ADULTS

19/10/2023

As promised, here are the before and after photos and videos of Gizmo and Chance. We are not done making improvements yet as there are a few more tweaks I need to do for these wonderful bunnies. However, I think this is a step in the right direction. We will continue to update you on their progress. Again, thank you to those who rooted for Gizmo and Chance.

05/10/2023

Hey Folks! I had a productive meeting with Dr. Roque on Monday afternoon and many questions have been answered (finally). So the bunnies Gizmo and Chance are, essentially, UPD’s. They were previously dumped there on separate instances (Gizmo is supposedly one of the kits born in UPD during the pandemic, but his mother has long since passed). By her own admission, Dr. Roque, in spite of best intentions was ill-equipped to provide care for Gizmo and Chance. While she was able to spend considerable time with them during the pandemic, going back to normal, face-to-face classes resulted in little to no time for proper bunny care. She has asked for my help in making significant changes to their living situations and I agreed to do so.

Large X pens have been purchased courtesy of Dr. Roque and will be installed by me in the new area assigned specifically for Gizmo and Chance tomorrow. I made it clear that they need to be away from the elements (extreme heat, rain, etc.) for them to even get a chance at a healthy life. Next is to provide adequate housing, which is an Xpen high enough to keep them from hopping out and getting into trouble. The floors will be 80% rubber mats as Gizmo and Chance are both still healing from sore hocks. Proper litter boxes will also be placed in their new pens so they can get litter-trained and avoid getting urine scald in the future. They will also have access to outdoor garden roaming when the weather is great. This outdoor pen will be away from where the dogs and cats usually go so they can remain safe while enjoying the sunshine. Changes to their diet have been made in the last 3 weeks since they were first brought to my attention. This is quite an undertaking on my part as well as UPD moving forward. It also comes with an explicit understanding that if, at any given point, the care of the bunnies is not maintained, they will be removed permanently. Dr. Roque is committed to making the necessary changes, with my guidance.

I have been doing this (rescue and rehab) in the PH for 3 years and 15 years or so total and I would be remiss if I don’t point out the fact that this situation is a rare teachable moment. When presented with an opportunity to spread awareness instead of making unilateral decisions based on prevailing sentiments, it is incumbent upon people like me to take the harder path that leads to better results. My priority is to keep Gizmo and Chance safe and give them the best chance at a healthy and happy life. I believe that making these changes will allow these bunnies to thrive and live their best lives, certainly better than what I can personally provide in my current home space that permanently houses 4 bunnies and often injured bunnies that need round-the-clock care.

My great thanks to y’all who donated money and/or sent supportive messages toward this whole ordeal. Recognition must be given to two wonderful UP Students, Kamila del Rosario who went in my stead that first night to give hay and water to the bunnies. Ky Brasino, who visited the bunnies whenever I could not personally come over to feed them. She is also my designated recipient of all the items I send over (hay, pellets, water, treats) when I am unable to deliver them personally. Krissy, my trusted staff, helped me get the bunnies to the vet and helped me stay conscious long enough for them to receive treatment. Without her, I would not be able to help the bunnies while getting through a severe Bronchial malady. We are only halfway there, but I am cautiously optimistic, which is a rarity in this line of work. Again, thank you to all. Will be posting photos of Gizmo and Chance’s new digs tomorrow. Cheers!

21/09/2023

There has been a whole lot of distress and anxiety published on this page for the past couple of weeks. While we are still working on helping the two bunnies at UP Diliman (I will be doing an updated post about them within 24 hours), I’d like to share a bit of happy news. Two bunnies, Maximus and Maxene have found their Furever homes. While they were originally going to be adopted by the same family, we had to change gears at the last minute. It worked out very well as they are both with their respective loving families now. Maximus has catto and doggo siblings, one of which is a golden retriever who happens to be gentle and protective of his little bun bro. Maxene is in the process of bonding with her sister Ruby, a lovely REW (ruby-eyed white) bunny. She has made herself quite comfortable in her new digs and has already claimed several areas of her new home. Like her brother Maximus, Maxene also has a doggo friend, although hers comes in a smaller package. In all, they are both living lovely lives. I will always treasure the time they spent with me while waiting for their FURever families. I am thankful for both families that each welcomed these sweethearts to their homes.

13/09/2023

Update on Chance and Gizmo

After I posted about the horrid conditions Chance is in at UP Diliman, another concerned bunny parent messaged me regarding other bunnies on the same campus who are similarly in dire need of help. With the help of two wonderful ladies, Marisse Chua and Kamila D we were able to send hay and water to both Chance and Gizmo. We also found out, through asking the guard on duty at the building where they were found, that there have been other bunnies who unfortunately passed away before we were even aware of their existence. None of the bunnies were ever given names. They also apparently do not have owners. I would like to get to the bottom of this situation but first things first. I will personally visit them tomorrow to see how they are coping and check them for any injuries that need tending to. Both of them appear to have some mange and they are severely malnourished. It seems though that they have a good appetite and are still alert despite the hell they are put through and continue to suffer daily. I would be needing your help, as we need a foster for one of the bunnies. I already have 4 at home and may be able to make room for another. However, since two of my 4 bunnies are much older and are more susceptible to infections and parasites, I might have to quarantine whichever bunny I take home. For those who would be willing to foster, I will be taking care of their food, supplements, vet care, and constant guidance through their recovery process. It is going to be a long road for these two but now that we are aware of their plight, Chance and Gizmo at least have a fighting shot. Thank you, Chelsea and Ky for seeking help for these poor souls. I am forever grateful.

13/09/2023

A concerned citizen has reached out to us regarding a bunny found outside the College of Science building at UP Diliman campus. The rabbit is clearly neglected, as you can see from the photo. No hay, no pellets, no water. CC apparently tried knocking on the door of said building but no one answered. I am trying to reach out to administrators but as of yet I am unable to get anyone on the line. If you know who owns this poor bunny or who is responsible for its care, please let us know so we can speak with them and directly offer help to get this rabbit to a safer place and be provided food and immediate vet care. If you know of this bunny’s situation, please feel free to reach out and provide more relevant information that can lead to his/her immediate rescue. Let’s call this bunny Chance, for the time being. UP Diliman

31/03/2023

Butcher and Alonzo Adoption Update

The twins are finally home with their new hoomins and I could not be happier for them. Renamed Butter and Monay, these two rambunctious creatures brought such joy to their new mum and dad, Erin and Jones. From the first day, these two felt at home and are now enjoying their time in their new digs. While she initially only thought of adopting one of the bunnies, Erin, a physician, decided to adopt both bunnies instead to not separate the siblings. This decision came with the full support and encouragement of her loving husband who has also fallen head over heels for the duo. I am always filled with gratitude whenever people open their homes and hearts to bunnies in need. We’ll be posting more updates on these two boys soon. In the meantime, I hope you enjoy this little montage I prepared.

30/03/2023

Gandalf- A Tribute to a life well-lived

I came to know Gandalf when his original family reached out to me via the Rabbit Rehoming PH page. They were looking to rehome quite a few rabbits as they were unable to continue caring for them during a difficult time in their lives. I obliged and managed to find a home for all the rabbits, including Gandalf. This boy is as energetic as one can expect from a bunny. When his new hoomin, Cristine decided to adopt him I knew he would be loved and cared for as well as I do my own bunnies. He was clearly cherished by his new fur-ever family and they gave him the best life possible. Sometimes, even with the best care, proper food, and vet intervention, things really just do not work out. Among the most heartbreaking part of being bunny parents is seeing them pass away so suddenly and without warning. Cristine did all she can and our hearts break for her. She has very kindly donated Gandalf’s stuff to other rabbits in need, which is a wonderful way of honoring this lovable bunny’s memory. I am sure this good boy will be remembered forever. I certainly would. I will always be grateful for the fact that Cristine and her family took in Gandalf. He was a very special sweet boy and will always have a place in our memories and hearts.

02/02/2023

We have 2 new residents in our rescue center a.k.a. my very small home. These two were a surprise as I was unaware their mum (also a recent rescue) was pregnant when we took her in. I debated with myself every which way if I should post them, especially since I was not confident they were even going to make it. Their mum needed much TLC having been in a rough situation for a year. The previous owner did not provide a lot of useful information, except for the fact that they can no longer care for the two adult bunnies (male&female) and they were not interested in learning more about rabbit care. I am finally able to bend over again (thank you, hern’d disc, fluff you very much) just in time to see them squirming about in their nest. Mum is a bit skittish and absolutely terrified of people, except me. She allowed me to handle her kits without any issues and both seem to be getting lots of milk (tummies are always full when I check on them in the mornings and late at night). They are the spitting image of my of my senior bunnies here and earlier today I jokingly asked Scof (4+ year old buck) if he is ready to pony up some child support. 😅 He thumped at me.😂 Sorry, buddy, you have to be in my head to understand.

The kits' daddo has already been adopted. He was significantly healthier than his female companion and someone was really eager to give him a loving home asap so it worked out quite well. This is one of the many challenges of running a rescue program for bunnies or any animal for that matter. There are unexpected additions to our already large family but all shall be taken in stride, as always. I have been remiss in answering messages on RRP and everywhere else. I had to prioritize the emergencies not just in our home base but with other former rescues who had health scares of late. Please be patient with yours truly. I am not as young as I used to be and apparently I have the skeletal constitution of an 80-year-old. All that aside, these two youngsters are going to be ready for adoption in 8 weeks. They are already showing signs of assholery, but are lovable for darn sure. Their first vet appointment will be right before they are put up for adoption and I will include any relevant information in their profile. I have yet to name them as I do not want to be overly attached (as I tend to do with most, if not all rescues that come through my doors). Once I’ve seen a bit of their personality though, I will have to assign temporary names. Their mum is healthier now and has gained some weight. I will be keeping her here for a good long while as she is not yet in “adoptable” shape. There is definitely work to be done in terms of gaining back her trust before I can confidently say she is ready to assimilate with human beings again. She is scheduled to be spayed in about 2.5 months as it takes about 6-8 weeks to wean off kits safely. If you are interested in adopting, kindly send an email to [email protected] or message us on IG .

Due to my very limited time and the sheer amount of work that needs to be done on a daily basis, I will have to prioritize certain aspects of the rescue program and might not always be able to keep up with correspondence. For those who continue to spread the word about rabbit adoption, you have my eternal gratitude.

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Butcher and Alonzo Adoption Update The twins are finally home with their new hoomins and I could not be happier for them. Renamed Butter and Monay, these two rambunctious creatures brought such joy to their new mum and dad, Erin and Jones. From the first day, these two felt at home and are now enjoying their time in their new digs. While she initially only thought of adopting one of the bunnies, Erin, a physician, decided to adopt both bunnies instead to not separate the siblings. This decision came with the full support and encouragement of her loving husband who has also fallen head over heels for the duo. I am always filled with gratitude whenever people open their homes and hearts to bunnies in need. We’ll be posting more updates on these two boys soon. In the meantime, I hope you enjoy this little montage I prepared.

Gandalf- A Tribute to a life well-lived I came to know Gandalf when his original family reached out to me via the Rabbit Rehoming PH page. They were looking to rehome quite a few rabbits as they were unable to continue caring for them during a difficult time in their lives. I obliged and managed to find a home for all the rabbits, including Gandalf. This boy is as energetic as one can expect from a bunny. When his new hoomin, Cristine decided to adopt him I knew he would be loved and cared for as well as I do my own bunnies. He was clearly cherished by his new fur-ever family and they gave him the best life possible. Sometimes, even with the best care, proper food, and vet intervention, things really just do not work out. Among the most heartbreaking part of being bunny parents is seeing them pass away so suddenly and without warning. Cristine did all she can and our hearts break for her. She has very kindly donated Gandalf’s stuff to other rabbits in need, which is a wonderful way of honoring this lovable bunny’s memory. I am sure this good boy will be remembered forever. I certainly would. I will always be grateful for the fact that Cristine and her family took in Gandalf. He was a very special sweet boy and will always have a place in our memories and hearts. #gonebutnotforgotten

Luna (formerly Juliana) has found her FURever home with Bea and her loving family. It warms my heart to know that Luna is well-taken care of and quite spoiled since the day she arrived just a little over 3 weeks ago. I took over Luna’s care when she was only two months old. She is a very spirited bunny who loves to run around, explore, and take in her surroundings with such fervor. Her crib is a wonderfully outfitted space but she is also allowed plenty of time outside her pen. She even joins her hoomin on the bed for a lot of cuddle time. There is no shortage of gratitude from me, which propels the efforts of Rabbit Rehoming PH toward providing new homes for displaced and abandoned bunnies.

It has been a rather busy few months for us here at Rabbit Rehoming Philippines. I thank those few people who checked up on us for no other reason than to see how the rescue efforts are going and offer well wishes to all the rabbits we rescued who were in bad shape at the time. As a non-profit outfit that is dependent solely on one person’s income (I run this page and the rescue foundation using my own earnings from my small business and 3 full-time jobs), I admit that my capacity to make any significant leaps in animal care and rescue is severely limited. My time is perhaps the most (and only) asset RRP really has. I do apologize that sometimes it takes me days to respond to your queries. Some of you messaged the page expressing your desire to adopt, while countless others ask for advice on bunny-related topics such as diet, neutering, post-operative and/or palliative care. Since January 2020, right at the beginning of the pandemic and shortly before the lockdown was imposed, I have tried my best to keep up with the demands of this vocation. Sometimes I fall short in terms of keeping this page updated. The work does not cease, however. That much I can say with absolute certainty. I will try to be more active in posting updates on here, especially on the bunnies we’ve recently taken in. They were part of an abandoned litter (2 made it and 3 did not), found in a trash bin near where I live. They are doing well, but still are quite aloof. Given what they’ve been through, one can hardly expect them to behave otherwise. I will share their photos once they are comfortable enough to interact with humans. At this point, I am respecting their need for space. This job really does show the extremes in humanity. It’s heartbreaking that often I see the worst side of us all. I leave you with this video of my boy, Pepper. He too found a new home in our little furry family.

We are looking for homes for these lovely baby bunnies. 2 out of the 6 babies that resulted from accidental breeding have already been re-homed, for which I am grateful. 4 more are seeking their FURever homes. We are also looking for temporary foster families who are willing to take two or all of them in for a period of 2-3 weeks. If you are considering adoption but are not sure of whether it would work for your family in the long run, you can take the three weeks of fostering to find out. Please message us here directly or email us at [email protected]. Kindly put Adoption Application in the email subject heading if you are looking to adopt or Foster Application if you are looking to foster.

Lincoln is Home at Last After weeks of uncertainly, about 89 applications, 62 phone interviews, and countless false-starts, Lincoln has finally landed on both paws and settled in an amazing home. If you have been following our page for a while now, you probably know Linc’s story from the first time he was put up for adoption. His first adoptive hoomin, since he left my care, got an amazing opportunity to enroll in flying school so she decided to have Linc back living with me while waiting for a new FURever home. It wasn’t easy placing him with a new family. While he is such an attractive and healthy bunny, most of the applicants failed to meet our stringent standards and those that did, backed out at the very last second citing one reason or another. In the end, Linc went home to a very nice family in Laguna. His “main hoomin” is a lovely young lady who has a great artistic side and makes a living out of it. She and her family were so ecstatic upon learning that they can adopt Linc and prepared incredibly well, several days before his arrival. On the whole, it has been a rollercoaster ride for Linc as well as me. I would like to credit Abu, my very good friend, for also hosting Linc and giving him all the love and affection. I will miss Linc and his sprightly personality. He is just so full of life and now he gets to live it in great style. Thank you to Linc's new FURever family. L’chaim! #adoptdontshop

Lincoln Looking for his FURever Home

Linc the Sink- In need of a FURever home once again Lincoln, or Linc as I preferred to call him before he got adopted the first around, is looking for a few, and hopefully last, family with whom he can spend the rest of his lovely bunny life. Linc first came to live with me when he wasn’t quite 5 weeks of age. He is the only one that survived among his littermates as his mum passed before he was safely weaned. I remember spending 21 days bottle feeding him and another few months making sure he was going to thrive and become healthy enough to be adopted out. It was November of last year when he was adopted by Sofia, a lovely young lady who has a profound love for all furry creatures, especially dogs and bunnies. Linc lived with Sofia in what can only be described as a blissful and happy hoomin-bunny relationship. He very quickly had a run of the entire house and even the doggos Sofia had found themselves giving Lincoln the begrudging respect he was due. A couple of months back, however, Sofia landed an amazing opportunity to enroll in flying school. Studying to be a pilot is perhaps one of the most exciting prospects anyone can have. While I would prefer that adopted bunnies stay with their FURever family and not have to look for one again, I perfectly understand that this is too good of an opportunity to pass up. It was a difficult decision for her and I can see that Sofia really took the time to find other options but there was none to be had. She knew that the best thing for Linc was to get adopted by a family or by someone who would keep him for the rest of his life and give him the best accommodation possible. So now, Linc is in the market for a new home, hopefully THE LAST ONE. If there was any bunny I would love to keep forever as part of my herd, it’s Linc. But seeing as I already have 3 bunnies of my own and I constantly take in rescues and also oversee the welfare of other bunnies who need rehabilitation, it is not in his best interes

How to cut your rabbit's nails. This is Nicollete. We call her nanay because she had an accidental litter (gave birth about 10 days after she came to live with us). Hope this helps our fellow bun parents who are wondering about how to safely cut their furry friend's nails. Cheers!

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