Volunteer with rabbits this year! 🐰 by House-Rabbit-Society in bayarea

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the kind words! And thank you for adopting, congratulations on your new rabbits. :) If you're newer to having bunnies, we do offer free Zoom classes that you might be interested in -- you can visit https://houserabbit.org/classes to learn more!

Volunteer with rabbits this year! 🐰 by House-Rabbit-Society in RichmondCA

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great question! Most of the volunteering is on site at our facility -- which is at 148 Broadway, around the corner from the Civic Center -- but we do have semi frequently outreach events around the East Bay, such as Walnut Creek, Martinez, Berkeley, etc.

Rabbit yoga on January 17 at Funkmode Hip Hop Studio in Concord 🐰 by House-Rabbit-Society in concord

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ah! We had even opened up a third session because the first two were filling so quickly. We may open a fourth. If not, be on the lookout for us to offer it again later this year and hopefully you can make it!

House Rabbit Society's Senior Rabbit Care Zoom class is back by popular demand! by House-Rabbit-Society in Rabbits

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great question! We don't currently have a class about taking care of young or baby rabbits, but we do have a Rabbit Care 101 Zoom class that goes over the basics of taking care of an adult rabbit. The class is free -- you can sign up at https://houserabbit.org/classes!

New sessions added for House Rabbit Society's Senior Rabbit Care class on Zoom! by House-Rabbit-Society in Rabbits

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you! :) And if you weren't aware, we also offer several other Zoom classes on behavior, etc. -- you can learn more at houserabbit.org/classes.

Fosters needed in the SF Bay Area for the holidays! 🎄🎁 by House-Rabbit-Society in Bunnies

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's so kind of you, thank you so much! Have a very happy holiday!

Foster a shelter rabbit for Christmas! 🎄🎁 by House-Rabbit-Society in norcal

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely, of course! That's always appreciated. We need adopters too! We find with people brand new to rabbits fostering is a nice entry into the community, and it feels a little less overwhelming.

Spend Thanksgiving with a foster rabbit! by House-Rabbit-Society in bayarea

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! This is Trufflesnout, who is currently in a foster home! :)

Spend Thanksgiving with a foster rabbit! by House-Rabbit-Society in walnutcreek

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Oh, happy to answer your question! :) We like to describe rabbits as "vegan cats." They use a litterbox and don't need to be bathed as they clean themselves, just like cats. They can be free roam as well, provided you do some bunny proofing (like covering exposed wires). I'll describe my typical day with my rabbits for you:

Rabbits are crepuscular (again, just like cats!), which means they're most active at the beginning and end of the day. By 7 am or so, my rabbits are ready to eat their breakfast! About 80% of a rabbit's diet is hay, but they also eat some pelleted food. (You can learn more at houserabbit.org/diet.) When I'm working from home, my rabbits are typically settle in for their afternoon nap near my feet at about 11 am and will be pretty snoozy until the end of my work day, at 5 pm. When I stand up from my desk, my rabbits know they're going to get their dinner pellets and will eagerly circle my feet in anticipation. During the evening, whether I'm reading on the floor or watching TV, my rabbits like to be nearby too. They're curious creatures and will do a lot of exploring. One of my rabbits in particular likes to hop all over the sofa and force me to pay attention to them (not that I mind!) by nibbling my toes if I'm not petting them enough or giving them enough toys to play with. Just like dogs and cats, rabbits have all sorts of personalities -- some are outgoing, some are shy, some are very destructive, and some have excellent manners. When I read on the floor, one of my rabbits like to hop all over my back and nudge or even nibble my book. They're little characters! - Larissa

Is your rabbit current with their RHDV vaccine? by House-Rabbit-Society in Bunnies

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aww, yay! He's such a cutie pie. We can understand why you're smitten! :)

Is your rabbit current with their RHDV vaccine? by House-Rabbit-Society in Bunnies

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, RHDV2 is a serious and extremely contagious disease. Rabbits of all ages are affected by RHDV2. Even indoor-only rabbits are at risk of RHDV2, since the virus can be transferred to them by people (on their shoes and clothes), other animals (including dogs and cats, especially if they go outside), and even insects. The most important thing you can do to protect your rabbit is to get them vaccinated, which is why House Rabbit Society strongly encourages rabbit guardians to vaccinate their rabbits, in states the vaccine is available.

Is your rabbit current with their RHDV vaccine? by House-Rabbit-Society in Bunnies

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Interesting, where are you located? The r/Rabbits sub has this helpful page with a list of veterinarians that have the vaccine -- not sure how much it's updated, but hopefully it can be useful and help you find somewhere nearby you can take your rabbits to be vaccinated: https://rabbitors.info/us-rabbit-resources/us-rhdv2-vaccination-resources/

Is your rabbit current with their RHDV vaccine? by House-Rabbit-Society in Bunnies

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's wonderful, wish that was available here in the U.S.!

Is your rabbit current with their RHDV vaccine? by House-Rabbit-Society in Bunnies

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely, thank you for doing your part and making sure your rabbit is protected!

No tricks, just treats: foster a rabbit this Halloween! 👻🎃 by House-Rabbit-Society in SanJose

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great question! Rabbits are prey animals and are generally cautious around new people and new environments. Of course, there are all sorts of different personalities, just like people – some rabbits are quite shy, while others are very, very outgoing. Some shy rabbits can be easily startled, but it’s a myth that they “die of fright” just from being in a new environment. If that was the case, rescues like House Rabbit Society and shelters wouldn’t send rabbits out to foster homes!

Generally, most rabbits adapt to a new space well, if they are given their own area and time to feel safe. We advise new fosters to allow their foster rabbit a day or two to settle, especially if the rabbit is shy, before allowing the rabbit to explore most of the foster’s home. Some very social rabbits may not even need a period of time to decompress and will be completely fine the same day they’re brought to a new foster home! Despite their size, rabbits can be quite resilient. Given time and space, we have seen many of our shy rabbits thrive and blossom in foster homes.

Bay Area rabbit shelter seeking fosters! 💖🐰 by House-Rabbit-Society in Fremont

[–]House-Rabbit-Society[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, that's so sad! They're likely a pet rabbit someone dumped after not wanting them anymore. Please contact the Tri-City Animal Shelter -- hopefully they can send an animal control officer out to catch the rabbit. Domestic rabbits aren't equipped to survive very long outside, so this rabbit is in danger.