2008 Rabbit Confiscation
In one of the largest cruelty cases in state history, more than 200 animals were confiscated on May 23, 2008. There ended up being over 130 rabbits. Read more...
Adoptable Rabbits Looking For Homes
Domestic rabbits are one of the most popular small mammals in American households and, unfortunately, the third most common animal (after cats and dogs) surrendered to animal shelters. Cute baby bunnies bought as Easter presents or springtime birthday gifts grow up and, all too often, are cast aside when their novelty wears off or when their caregivers misunderstand their rambunctious behaviors.
Many people are surprised to learn how many companion rabbits are waiting in nearby shelters. Locally, just three Twin Cities metropolitan area shelters took in more than 750 rabbits each of the last two years. That number doesn't include the rabbits taken in by animal control agencies, or the ones turned loose into the wild to fend for themselves.
While many think of rabbits as children's pets or boring cage animals, more and more adult homes are discovering rabbits to be the perfect fit. As crepuscular creatures (most active at dusk and dawn), they are on the same schedule as many working households. They leap and skitter about investigating everything in their environment. Often living from 8-12 years, rabbits can be trained to use a litter box and respond to their name. In order to fully enjoy their playful personality, daily freedom to explore rabbit-proofed areas of the home and to socialize with their human family is strongly recommended.
Successful adoption of homeless rabbits is an integral part of the MCRS mission. If you are interested in learning more about welcoming a rabbit into your household, experienced MCRS representatives will be glad to answer your questions before, during, and after the adoption of your new companion. Simply contact us. In addition, MCRS will even help you select your new companion, either from a local shelter or from MCRS foster homes. You can view many of the area's available rabbits, including MCRS fosters, at PetFinder.com.
2005 Rabbit Confiscation
Less than a year after the last major rabbit confiscation, about 70 rabbits were seized from another home in the Twin Cities on June 23, 2005. Read more...
Over 140 Rabbits Confiscated from Twin Cities Home
On Monday, August 9, 2004, over 140 rabbits were confiscated from a single home in St. Anthony, a suburb of the Twin Cities. While over 115 of these rabbits were already dead or so horribly ill that the only humane option was to euthanize them, there were 22 survivors. Minnesota Companion Rabbit Society has become heavily involved in helping these 22 rabbits. Read more...
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It' So Much Friendlier with Two!Do you have a single rabbit who spends a lot of each day alone? Rabbits are naturally communal animals, so you may want to consider finding a partner for your bun to provide companionship when you can't. If you decide you would like to find a companion for your spayed/neutered rabbit, please contact us. |
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