Vanellope Guinea Pig Sanctuary

03/24/2025

THANK YOU Onalaska Farm Sanctuary FOR SHARING THE LOVE 😍❤️ We are soooo grateful for these cage banks - total game changer!

Unloading cagebanks in the rain today (why so heavy, why so much rain-weather-gods!) - So far.... we distributed four medium sized kennels to Red Rose Animal Rescue .... and eight small kennels to Vanellope Guinea Pig Sanctuary (Lewis County rescue that works with small animals like rabbits/guinea pigs) - These eight kennels make perfect sense for a small animal rescue.

Some the larger 48 inch kennels with full sized doors (not good for cat rescue) will go to Valhalla Rescue . We, also, plan to reach out to see if the local police departments can use medium sized kennels for holding.

From there, we will see what is left - This donation was immense. It is important to me that these cagebanks end up with rescues that will utilize them...but also understand that cagebanks are short-term holding ❤️🙌

03/18/2025

When we heard Rudy's Beastro at Valhalla Rescue was impacted by Animal Supply Co. going out of business, we sprang into action. Our founder Nicolette works part time at PetSense to support our rescue, so she and manager Ashley Moxness came up with a game plan! With support from the whole crew, including PetSense's spectacular dog trainer Ashleigh (yes, we have 2 Ashlies!) we were able to collect SEVERAL HUNDRED of pounds of dog and cat food, treats, toys, and supplies 😍

03/18/2025

ALL OF THIS! If you're not ready for a 10 year commitment, don't get a rabbit!

This time of year, many rabbit themed items inspire people to seek out purchasing a real bunny to gift. Often to children.

While rabbits are very adorable, with their fluffy coat, big ears and gentle eyes, they are definitely not a low maintenance pet.

🐰Rabbits require space!

Hutches and small cages won’t cut it. Contrary to popular depictions and false information, rabbits are active and need space to thrive. You will need at minimum, a space big enough for a litter box, multiple hides, food/water bowls, toys and free space for them to jump, hop, flop and lay down.

🐰They need vet care. Theres no getting around it.

Rabbits will need vet care. If you get a baby bunny, they will need fixed which generally ranges anywhere from $100-$600 depending on your area. If you don’t, they will smell more, become destructive, spray, territorial p**p, and are more likely to become aggressive toward you. Rabbits also should be vaccinated against diseases like RHDV2 if available in your area. Boosters will need to be given yearly.

🐰Their diet is specific.

Rabbits need hay available at all times. They will also need a quality Timothy based pellet diet and fresh veggies. Feeding a bunny requires research to know what is safe and what is harmful.

🐰Rabbits generally don’t like being picked up. So don’t expect a cuddly companion.

While it’s definitely possible to bond with your rabbit. They prefer being pet and hung out with on their level and their terms. They are prey animals, it is not natural for them to enjoy being picked up. In fact, for some it initiates a fear response.

🐰Rabbits live 10+ years. Can you commit to a pet for 10 years of your life?

Each year thousands of our furry domestic pals are abandoned or rehomed after becoming too much for their inexperienced or uneducated owners. Most Easter rabbits don’t make it past their first birthday.

Please, don’t buy a bunny this Easter! If you are interested after knowing all the challenges of having a bunny, talk to one of the many rescues who will be flooded with unwanted bunnies here shortly.

03/04/2025

Through no fault of their own, Israel and Maui are being returned. We really thought this was it for them, after living in a hot, stuffy garage and Maui being carved out of the worst matting I've seen in ages. If you can give these boys a •permanent• home, the rescue will provide vet care for the rest of their lives.

Adoption Application:

https://forms.gle/GdNdywP1JJkFGPzr6

03/03/2025

Indy was the 9th guinea pig adopted this weekend. We're SO thankful for the many wonderful adopters - both new and repeat - that joined the ranks these last few days. Remember, if you adopt from us, you're part of the family. Don't forget to join Friends of Vanellope Guinea Pig Sanctuary to post updates and share photos of your little potatoes! 🎉💗😊

03/03/2025

This weekend, we smashed records.
9 GUINEA PIGS WENT HOME!!!
🎉🎉🎉

03/02/2025

KAMI AND ALBIN...
After nearly a YEAR with our rescue, under the loving care of our incredibly knowledgeable & patient foster Christina, Kami and Albin found their furever home TOGETHER. It gets better! The amazing Heather, whom adopted their brother last year, decided it was time for a permanent family reunion!!! The 3 brothers are all living their best lives in what we consider to be a fairy tale ending to their journey. 🎉❤️🎉❤️🎉❤️

03/02/2025

FOUR guinea pigs found their today! We'd like to thank Petsense Chehalis for hosting us for this adoption event! Tomorrow, 2 more guinea pigs are going home as well!!! 🎉🎉🎉

02/23/2025

Feel the Love! This Friday, February 28th at in Vanellope Guinea Pig Sanctuary will be holding an adoption event! Meet our adoptable guinea pigs, purchase supplies for your new companions, and support Lewis County's only guinea pig rescue & sanctuary! We can't wait to see you there ❤️

Adoption Application:

https://forms.gle/GdNdywP1JJkFGPzr6

Event Details:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18pKgUfDxW/

02/08/2025

02/05/2025

UPDATE 2/5/25: This dog is available for adoption, please see adoption post on our page from 2/4/25.
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Found late 1/25/25 tied to a dumpster in the 800 block of W. 1st. This pup would not let us scan for a chip last night. If you have any information or know the owner, please call dispatch today at 360-740-1105 or call us this week at 360-330-7680. Reference case 25A00768