Raystede Rabbitry

We are two special needs bunnies looking for a caring, knowledgeable home.

My name is Charlie and I am a four year old, New Zealand white cross, neutered buck. I’m slightly larger than your average sized bunny and I must say I am quite lazy and like to spend my time relaxing with my girl Bracken and watching the world go by. I started my life in a laboratory and it has left me rather fearful. I do have trust issues and can be quite shy on occasions, but I am learning that there is love in the world and my carers are very supportive and affectionate towards me which in turn is beginning to make me feel quite inquisitive about the world around me. I would need nurturing and understanding and above all patience, I am a strong lad and don’t have any health problems.

   

Hello, my name is Bracken and as you can see big is very beautiful, I know I am special and I am proud of my size and my extremely gorgeous looks, I am a Steel Grey British Giant doe, two and a half years old and love life, (because everyone loves me). I like strokes and tickles and feel I have to give my fans what they want, so I am more than happy to while away the time stretched out beside the carer who is giving me all the attention. I have special needs when it comes to finding a new home; I need to be able to live indoors, but also to be able to go out in the garden to graze and stretch my legs on warm sunny days. In my previous home I suffered with very sore feet (Pododermatitis), and because of my size and the living conditions it proved very difficult to treat my feet and clear up the sores, and apart from one scab I am now clear of sores but unfortunately due to the long-term infection, I developed Osteomyelitis (infection in the bone), which has now been treated, but may have left me with secondary arthritis. I will always need a cushion floor rather than concrete or laminate type flooring. Carpeting is ok for me and if my lad and I had our own area indoors maybe some extra layers could be provided (and it would be very much appreciated). I do need medication some days for pain relief and I will always have medical needs, to some degree, but I am a very contented happy girl, who loves life, and her handsome lad. Oh! by the way I love my food!

If anyone feels they would like to offer these two lovely special Bunnies a home together, or would like to sponsor them, please call Leigh, or a member of the Small Animal Team on 01825 880467 for more information.

Rabbits available for rehoming, updated June 2nd

Here are a few of our rabbits available, click on a photo for more information. If you would like to rehome one of our rabbits please read our re-homing policy and our procedure.

Tawnie and Bhindi are a spayed doe and neutered buck. They are about 2 years old. Tawnie is a very busy active rabbit who likes to be doing something all the time. Bhindi is a laid back gentle buck who seems to be always listening to everything around him. Tawnie and Bhindi are reserved rabbits who have had little human contact, but with the right home may come out of themselves.

Willow and Hazel are a pair of spayed does and are about 4 years old. Willow and Hazel are sisters and are very difficult to tell apart except that one of them is more laid back than the other. They are both willing to have tickles and a fuss especially if it involves food!

Porsche and Harley are spayed doe and neutered buck. They are about 2 years old. They are also both BRITISH GIANT rabbits so will need a large enclosure. Porsche is a funny bunny, she will be depending on how she feels very friendly and open to a tickle or moody and wanting to be left a loan. Harley is a typical laid back buck who at times likes to go off and sit on his own but also have tickles and a fuss.

Nibbles and Fluffy are a spayed doe and neutered buck. They are about 5 years old. Nibbles is a bit of a shy girl who likes to either lay out in the sun or is busy exploring her garden. Fluffy can be a little territorial but has a big character and is devoted to Nibbles.

Pandora and Nimrod are a spayed doe and neutered buck. They are about 1-3 years old. Pandora is a bold tentative rabbit who loves tickles on her terms. Nimrod is a reserved boy who sometimes will have tickles but does like it when you speak to him as he gets all excited and will start to run around. They will be lovely rabbits is the right home and situation with a family who will let them be themselves.

Ruby and Malcolm are a spayed doe and neutered buck. They are about 2 years old. Ruby is a very happy rabbit who when you talk to her will get all excited and start running around. Malcolm is the opposite, he is very laid back and once gets to know you will come for a little tickle.

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Pepsi

Giselle

Re-homing policy for Rabbits

Our re-homing requirements for rabbits are :

• We always re-home in pairs as rabbits should not live on their own.
• We only re-home single rabbits as a companion to an existing rabbit.
• A hutch of at least 6ft x 2ft x 2ft (12 square foot) for 2 medium/large rabbits (a garden shed or wendy house can be used instead).
• All day long access to a secure garden
  OR an enclosure of at least 12 feet x 12 feet (144 square feet) if it is to be their only outside space
  

Raystede will only re-home a rabbit where:

• There are no children under 7 years old living in the home

Rabbit re-homing procedure

To discuss re-homing a rabbit from us please come along between the following times:
7 days a week: 10.00am - 4.00pm

• You will be asked to fill in a re-homing form.
• A member of our small animal section will discuss your completed application with you and suggest any rabbits that may be suited to the life you can offer.
• You will then be able to meet the rabbits that you are interested in.
  If there are no suitable rabbits, your form will be kept on file.
• You may provisionally reserve the rabbits of your choice for up to 14 days.
• A home visitor will then contact you and arrange to visit your home to check the run is in place ready for the chosen rabbits.
• Following the home visit, when approved you will be able to collect your rabbits.