20/02/2022
Emmas Bunny Haven is a "closed" rabbitry. We allow deposits or bring cash at pick up time.
What does "closed" mean?
A closed rabbitry means that the breeder does not allow visitors into their home/rabbitry. Most reputable breeders operate a closed rabbitry.
Reasons:
1. Privacy:
This is an important one. It is not reasonable to assume that a breeder will be perfectly fine with you wandering around their private property. Just as the breeder does not come to your home to inspect, we appreciate your understanding in respecting our privacy.
2. Burglars:
Put yourself in the breeder's shoes...would you want to invite strangers into your rabbitry when they could potentially come back at a later date and steal your animals while you’re at work? We have been previously burglarized- lesson learned.
3. Spread of disease:
There are numerous rabbit diseases out there that are highly contagious and can spread even through contact with hands or clothing. By allowing a buyer into their rabbitry, a breeder is putting their bunnies at stake.
4. Dangerous people:
Thieves and ARA aren't the only people that breeders are worried about. There are some unsavory people out there, and by inviting these strangers onto their private property, a breeder would be tempting fate. We are 2 single women here .
5. Time wasters:
Not everyone who inquires about rabbits actually wants to get one. Some people don't have any intention whatsoever of purchasing a bunny, but instead are looking for a fun outing to entertain the kids. It's disrespectful to the breeder's time, rabbitries aren't petting zoos.
6. Scaring pregnant does:
An unfamiliar person interrupting the peace and quiet of the rabbitry can really startle pregnant or nursing does and could potentially cause injury or even death to her and/or her kits.
7. Liability and safety:
A buyer could slip and fall, or get bitten, or something of that nature, which is not only a concern for the buyer, but it is also a legitimate concern for the breeder who could be at risk of being sued.
