House Rabbit Connection

26/08/2025

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION THROUGH HRC:
Hi, I’m Nilla! I’m a gentle, curious girl who loves to play and cuddle with my foster family. I recently lost my eyesight, but it hasn’t slowed me down or dimmed my sunny outlook. White bunnies like me can be overlooked, and my special needs make me extra unique—but I promise I’m all ears for the right home!
If you are interested in adopting Nilla, please contact HRC at (413) 439-7472 or email [email protected].
SPECIAL NEEDS

Editor's Note: Nilla was adopted earlier this year, but bonding didn't work out and she came back to us. Since her return, she developed eye problems and has been reclassified as a special needs rabbit. Our adoption team will have all the details on the medical care she requires.

26/08/2025

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION THROUGH HRC:
Ozzy is a striking Florida White/Polish Dwarf mix with rare violet eyes and a curious spirit. Always on the move, he loves exploring every corner of his world, sniffing out new adventures. While he prefers to keep his paws on the ground, Ozzy will happily tolerate a gentle pickup — especially if it’s followed by his favorite ear massages. This active little guy is as charming as he is inquisitive, and he’s always ready to brighten your day with his playful energy.
If you are interested in adopting Ozzy, please contact HRC at (413) 439-7472 or email [email protected].

19/06/2025

ADOPTED! Bella was adopted on Tuesday. Congratulations to Bella and her new family!

ADOPTED! Bella was adopted on June 17, 2025. Congratulations to Bella and her new family!

You'll want to meet our friend, Bella, and she wants to meet you!
Bella likes to be part of the action in her foster home which includes a dog, cat, and hosts visitors including children. She wants pets, play, and attention from them all and somehow manages to escape her hutch to get what she wants.
When on her unauthorized roams, she does maintain her litter box training manners but does have some of the "bunnitude" one may expect from such a woman of action. Like most bunnies, she doesn't care to be picked up but will tolerate it for short periods if there are snuggles involved.
Also like most rabbits, Bella can be territorial with her space and may remind you of that with a nip if you reach into her enclosure for reasons other than spoiling her, like to tidy up.
Bella has adjusted very well to being in a home after being found as a stray and her foster mom thinks that she would do well in any loving, bunny-ready home. She may even be a good bondmate for your current rabbit.

04/06/2025

Miss Junior Mint has decided to go for a rebrand--say hello to Beatrix!

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION THROUGH HRC:
Meet Beatrix!

This 3-year-old (DOB 8/5/21) spayed bunny is a delightful mix of sass and sweetness. Once she warms up to you, she’ll charm you with her lively head binkies every time you walk into the room.

Beatrix is a busy girl with a packed daily schedule of important bunny business: tidying her litter box, self-grooming her exceptionally soft coat to maintain its pristine condition, racing through cardboard tunnels (and nibbling them for good measure), organizing hay-stuffed toilet paper rolls, indulging in snack time, zooming with excitement at dinner time, and soaking up attention. She’s also an accomplished escape artist, a devoted stuffed animal groomer, and a camera-ready superstar.
When Beatrix first joined us, she had some reactive behaviors based on her past experiences but, with a loving, safe, and patient environment, she has learned to play well with and trust others. She may give a little grunt now and then, but just to remind you of her bunny sassiness.
Beatrix would thrive in a home with lots of space to run and explore, and with household members who enjoy giving her cuddle massage sessions. Bunny-aware children who can respect her need for alone time when needed would be welcomed by this assertive lady.
While in foster care, Beatrix grew to enjoy gated visits with the other bunnies in the home and has demonstrated a possible interest in bonding. She has a positive history with cats and has become increasingly social and curious.
Beatrix has a well-managed and stable condition called megacolon, common in the English Spot breed. She takes her daily medication without issue and with a diet of limited pellets, large amounts of hay, and wet-down greens, she is healthy, active, and happy.

Are you ready to let this spunky girl steal your heart?

If you are interested in adopting Beatrix, please contact HRC at (413) 439-7472 or email [email protected].

01/06/2025

ADOPTED! Nilla was adopted yesterday. She has a new home and a new bondmate named Piper.

ADOPTED!
Nilla was adopted on May 31, 2025. She has a new home and a new bondmate named Piper. Congratulations to Nilla and Piper and everyone in their home!

Nilla is a foster success story looking for her happily ever after.
She enjoys affection and will let you know when she is ready for attention by giving her pen a rattle, which is always adorable! Nilla is curious and loves exploring so be sure to bunny-proof all wires and wood.
Nilla’s favorite activities include lounging in front of the fireplace, eating hay cubes out of tissue boxes and running around the house.
She enjoys being a part of family activities, loves spending most of her time out and about around people, is very good about using her litter box, would do well in a home with kids and doesn't mind loud noises as long as you respect her need for occasional alone time.
Given her personality, we think she may do well with other pets and that she would be a wonderful addition to a loving family.

14/05/2025

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION THROUGH HRC:
Meet Maurice ("Mo"), a dashing 6-year-old 7.5lb Flemish Giant/Chinchilla mix neutered male with impossibly soft fur. He is a true gentleman with a curious nature. He’s always ready to explore, and he’ll happily follow you around to see what you’re up to and ask for some head and ear rubs. With those big ears, Maurice never misses the sound of a treat bag and rewards you with the most delightful full-body binkies. Maurice is ready to hop into his forever home -- could it be with you??
(Special Needs=medication for arthritis twice per day- he is excellent about this and laps it up when a syringe of medicine is presented to him. As-needed nebulizer treatments; he does not currently need these, but has in the past. Training and supplies provided)
If you are interested in adopting Maurice, please contact HRC at (413)439-7472 or email [email protected].
SPECIAL NEEDS BUN

12/05/2025

FOSTER FAMILY NEEDED: Miss Junior Mint's foster mom has let us know that she will be unable to foster after the end of the month, so we are putting out an SOS for a foster home for her. If you are able to give this sweet girl a temporary home until she finds her forever one, please contact HRC at (413) 439-7472 or email [email protected].

09/04/2025

ADOPTED! Cole was adopted last Thursday. Congratulations to Cole and his new bundad!

ADOPTED! Cole was adopted on April 3, 2025. Congratulations to Cole and his new bundad!

Meet Cole!
While he may look like a gorgeous Lionhead with those flowing locks, we suspect he may actually be a puppy in a bunny suit.
This little guy is always happy to see you and any other bunny or cat that happens by him in his current foster setting.
Cole loves to be pet, is very good about the necessary grooming he requires, and will even let you hold him for a bit until he wants to be put down to hop off and explore and play again.
This little guy is guaranteed to make you laugh with his bunny antics and will charm you with his good looks, too!

02/04/2025

15/03/2025

A Letter from the President, Marlene Wilhelm, the House Rabbit Connection, Inc.
Animal advocates and pet rabbit owners alike have demonstrated through their recent testimony, letters, and phone calls that they are greatly disturbed that the State of Connecticut wants to move forward with introducing factory farming of rabbits, up to 1,000 each farm, for an alternative source of protein.
Despite the overwhelming amount of people OPPOSING HB-5134 the Committee is moving forward with a vote in the next few days.
We cannot and must not allow this bill to move on to the Governor’s desk for his signature.
But all is not lost.
As a final show of your OPPOSITION to HB-5134 please, please, please contact the two Co-Chairs and Vice Chair listed below. The minimum I ask of you is to call each person and let their staff know you OPPOSE HB-5134. Feel free to send a short email to each as well.
You may wish to include one or two reasons why this is important to you.
Thank you all for supporting HRC’s mission and advocating for all gentle creatures.
Sincerely,
Marlene Wilhelm
Please call/email:
Co-Chair - Rick Lopes (D) - 860.240.8600 - [email protected]
Co-Chair - John-Michael Parker (D) - 860.240.8500 - [email protected]
Vice Chair - Jan Hochadel (D) - 860.240.0584 - [email protected]

Send a message to learn more

01/03/2025

CT RESIDENTS: A public meeting is being held by the Environment Committee on Monday, March 3rd regarding HB 5134 – An Act Concerning the Commissioner of Agriculture’s Responsibilities for Rabbit Processing in the State. Please contact your representatives to let them know that rabbits are companions, not food.

01/03/2025

Cinderella was designated as a sanctuary rabbit on February 24, 2025 due to multiple medical issues. Her foster mom will continue to care for her for the rest of her time with us.