Welcome to the Cottontails® website!

Registered Charity 1078850

Packed full of useful information on how to keep your rabbit or guinea pig healthy and happy, and animals available for adoption.

We are the only registered charity with this name for rabbits and guinea pigs, and have no affiliation whatsoever with any other organisation that may be using a similar name.

Read more about how we started

Welcome to the Cottontails® website!

Registered Charity 1078850

Packed full of useful information on how to keep your rabbit or guinea pig healthy and happy, and animals available for adoption.

We are the only registered charity with this name for rabbits and guinea pigs, and have no affiliation whatsoever with any other organisation that may be using a similar name.

Read more about how we started

Welcome to the Cottontails® website!

Registered Charity 1078850

Packed full of useful information on how to keep your rabbit or guinea pig healthy and happy, and animals available for adoption.

We are the only registered charity with this name for rabbits and guinea pigs, and have no affiliation whatsoever with any other organisation that may be using a similar name.

Read more about how we started

Welcome to the Cottontails® website!

Registered Charity 1078850

Packed full of useful information on how to keep your rabbit or guinea pig healthy and happy, and animals available for adoption.

We are the only registered charity with this name for rabbits and guinea pigs, and have no affiliation whatsoever with any other organisation that may be using a similar name.

Read more about how we started

Welcome to the Cottontails® website!

Registered Charity 1078850

Packed full of useful information on how to keep your rabbit or guinea pig healthy and happy, and animals available for adoption.

We are the only registered charity with this name for rabbits and guinea pigs, and have no affiliation whatsoever with any other organisation that may be using a similar name.

Read more about how we started

Services We Provide

Adoption criteria and details about our free Direct Rehoming Service for rabbits and guinea pigs are included here, together with relevant links to corresponding articles.

Bonding rabbits can be stressful to all concerned, and in this article you will find all the information you need to increase your chances of successfully finding a friend for your rabbit. Illustrated throughout with photos and film clips.

Everything you need to know about rabbit care and welfare can be found here, presented in an easy to follow format and illustrated throughout with photos and film clips.

How to successfully groom long haired or fluffy rabbits and guinea pigs, with illustrated tips on techniques to keep the fur neat, tidy and knot-free.

Hop Off the Press!

“We are very pleased to be joining forces with Bristol Animal Rescue Centre (Bristol A.R.C.) to improve rabbit welfare in Bristol and the surrounding area. We will be providing funding to Bristol A.R.C. to cover the cost of neutering rabbits through Bristol A.R.C.’s outreach services. Eligible rabbit owners seeking support with neutering and vaccinating their rabbits can find our more on Bristol A.R.C.’s website here: Outreach Clinics “

Latest Animals Available

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This pair of 4 month old cockerels need a new home due to neighbour complaints. They are in Warminster. Clearly their new home needs to be somewhere where their calls will not cause a noise nuisance! If you can offer a suitable, permanent home for this pair, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there. Their owner George said:
“I believe one to be a speckled Sussex and the other to be a Barred Rock.”
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This pair of 4 month old cockerels need a new home due to neighbour complaints. They are in Warminster. Clearly their new home needs to be somewhere where their calls will not cause a noise nuisance! If you can offer a suitable, permanent home for this pair, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there. Their owner George said:
“I believe one to be a speckled Sussex and the other to be a Barred Rock.”Image attachment

This listing has a new update regarding neutering:
Bear needs a new home. He was living happily with another male until recently when they started to fight and had to be separated. Subsequent attempts to re-bond them have failed.
Both males will now be neutered on 12th September, and once they have passed their post op checks, each can go to a new home to live with a female/females. Neither pig can have physical contact with the female for 6 weeks post op.
Owner Helen said:
“Bear was born on 1.3.24. Teddy is listed separately.
We had them checked over when we got them with Shepton Vets and the vet who specialises in guinea pigs said they were healthy and in very good condition.
Teddy is the quieter and larger of the two (even though younger) and very cuddly and placid.
Bear has lots of personality and loves running around.
They both love their food and squeak when they hear the fridge opening. Teddy loves fruit and veg, Bear more a veg man.
I have various items of equipment, including two indoor cages. Once both piggies are settled and new owners are happy then they can keep the cages and one of them can have the outdoor run. I may have a smaller run available somewhere too. The same with each piggies belongings. I bought 2 of everything to make them feel equal i.e. there houses, large log tunnels, red tunnels, bowls, other bits & pcs and I am very happy for them to go whilst settling if they want but would need back if it doesn't work out.
We would love for both of them to go to loving homes. We live in Stratton-on-the-Fosse, which is around 35/40 minutes from Westbury in Wiltshire.”
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This listing has a new update regarding neutering:
Bear needs a new home. He was living happily with another male until recently when they started to fight and had to be separated. Subsequent attempts to re-bond them have failed. 
Both males will now be neutered on 12th September, and once they have passed their post op checks, each can go to a new home to live with a female/females. Neither pig can have physical contact with the female for 6 weeks post op.
Owner Helen said:
“Bear was born on 1.3.24. Teddy is listed separately.
We had them checked over when we got them with Shepton Vets and the vet who specialises in guinea pigs said they were healthy and in very good condition.
Teddy is the quieter and larger of the two (even though younger) and very cuddly and placid.
Bear has lots of personality and loves running around.
They both love their food and squeak when they hear the fridge opening. Teddy loves fruit and veg, Bear more a veg man.
I have various items of equipment, including two indoor cages. Once both piggies are settled and new owners are happy then they can keep the cages and one of them can have the outdoor run. I may have a smaller run available somewhere too. The same with each piggies belongings. I bought 2 of everything to make them feel equal i.e. there houses, large log tunnels, red tunnels, bowls, other bits & pcs and I am very happy for them to go whilst settling if they want but would need back if it doesnt work out.
We would love for both of them to go to loving homes. We live in Stratton-on-the-Fosse, which is around 35/40 minutes from Westbury in Wiltshire.”Image attachmentImage attachment+6Image attachment

This listing has a new update regarding neutering:
Teddy needs a new home. He was living happily with another male until recently when they started to fight and had to be separated. Subsequent attempts to re-bond them have failed.
Both males will now be neutered on 12th September, and once they have passed their post op checks, each can go to a new home to live with a female/females. Neither pig can have physical contact with a female for 6 weeks post op.
Owner Helen said:
“Teddy is the teddy guinea pig - d.o.b. 26.3.24
Bear (listed separately) was born on 1.3.24.
We had them checked over when we got them with Shepton Vets and the vet who specialises in guinea pigs said they were healthy and in very good condition.
Teddy is the quieter and larger of the two (even though younger) and very cuddly and placid.
Bear has lots of personality and loves running around.
They both love there food and squeak when they hear the fridge opeining. Teddy loves fruit and veg, Bear more a veg man.
I have various items of equipment, including two indoor cages. Once both piggies are settled and new owners are happy then they can keep the cages and one of them can have the outdoor run. I may have a smaller run available somewhere too. The same with each piggies belongings. I bought 2 of everything to make them feel equal i.e. there houses, large log tunnels, red tunnels, bowls, other bits & pcs and I am very happy for them to go whilst settling if they want but would need back if it doesn't work out.
We would love for both of them to go to loving homes. We live in Stratton-on-the-Fosse, which is around 35/40 minutes from Westbury in Wiltshire.”
... See MoreSee Less

This listing has a new update regarding neutering:
Teddy needs a new home. He was living happily with another male until recently when they started to fight and had to be separated. Subsequent attempts to re-bond them have failed. 
Both males will now be neutered on 12th September, and once they have passed their post op checks, each can go to a new home to live with a female/females. Neither pig can have physical contact with a female for 6 weeks post op.
Owner Helen said:
“Teddy is the teddy guinea pig - d.o.b. 26.3.24
Bear (listed separately) was born on 1.3.24.
We had them checked over when we got them with Shepton Vets and the vet who specialises in guinea pigs said they were healthy and in very good condition.
Teddy is the quieter and larger of the two (even though younger) and very cuddly and placid.
Bear has lots of personality and loves running around.
They both love there food and squeak when they hear the fridge opeining. Teddy loves fruit and veg, Bear more a veg man.
I have various items of equipment, including two indoor cages. Once both piggies are settled and new owners are happy then they can keep the cages and one of them can have the outdoor run. I may have a smaller run available somewhere too. The same with each piggies belongings. I bought 2 of everything to make them feel equal i.e. there houses, large log tunnels, red tunnels, bowls, other bits & pcs and I am very happy for them to go whilst settling if they want but would need back if it doesnt work out.
We would love for both of them to go to loving homes. We live in Stratton-on-the-Fosse, which is around 35/40 minutes from Westbury in Wiltshire.”Image attachmentImage attachment+8Image attachment
PRE-PURCHASE BASICS - here we lay out 16 things you need to know before bringing your new pet rabbit home - essential reading for all new rabbit owners or those that have not kept rabbits for a while:
  • Do not buy a rabbit on impulse.
  • Rabbits rarely make good pets for young children.
  • Have the sex properly checked, especially if keeping two or more.
  • Never buy a rabbit as a gift for someone else.
  • Neutering is essential for health and behaviour but is expensive.
  • Children usually get bored with a pet rabbit within a month.

  • AND REMEMBER ...
    PRE-PURCHASE BASICS - here we lay out 16 things you need to know before bringing your new pet rabbit home - essential reading for all new rabbit owners or those that have not kept rabbits for a while:
  • Do not buy a rabbit on impulse.
  • Rabbits rarely make good pets for young children.
  • Have the sex properly checked, especially if keeping two or more.
  • Never buy a rabbit as a gift for someone else.
  • Neutering is essential for health and behaviour but is expensive.
  • Children usually get bored with a pet rabbit within a month.

  • AND REMEMBER ...
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    This pair of 4 month old cockerels need a new home due to neighbour complaints. They are in Warminster. Clearly their new home needs to be somewhere where their calls will not cause a noise nuisance! If you can offer a suitable, permanent home for this pair, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there. Their owner George said:
    “I believe one to be a speckled Sussex and the other to be a Barred Rock.”
    ... See MoreSee Less

    This pair of 4 month old cockerels need a new home due to neighbour complaints. They are in Warminster. Clearly their new home needs to be somewhere where their calls will not cause a noise nuisance! If you can offer a suitable, permanent home for this pair, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there. Their owner George said:
“I believe one to be a speckled Sussex and the other to be a Barred Rock.”Image attachment

    This listing has a new update regarding neutering:
    Bear needs a new home. He was living happily with another male until recently when they started to fight and had to be separated. Subsequent attempts to re-bond them have failed.
    Both males will now be neutered on 12th September, and once they have passed their post op checks, each can go to a new home to live with a female/females. Neither pig can have physical contact with the female for 6 weeks post op.
    Owner Helen said:
    “Bear was born on 1.3.24. Teddy is listed separately.
    We had them checked over when we got them with Shepton Vets and the vet who specialises in guinea pigs said they were healthy and in very good condition.
    Teddy is the quieter and larger of the two (even though younger) and very cuddly and placid.
    Bear has lots of personality and loves running around.
    They both love their food and squeak when they hear the fridge opening. Teddy loves fruit and veg, Bear more a veg man.
    I have various items of equipment, including two indoor cages. Once both piggies are settled and new owners are happy then they can keep the cages and one of them can have the outdoor run. I may have a smaller run available somewhere too. The same with each piggies belongings. I bought 2 of everything to make them feel equal i.e. there houses, large log tunnels, red tunnels, bowls, other bits & pcs and I am very happy for them to go whilst settling if they want but would need back if it doesn't work out.
    We would love for both of them to go to loving homes. We live in Stratton-on-the-Fosse, which is around 35/40 minutes from Westbury in Wiltshire.”
    ... See MoreSee Less

    This listing has a new update regarding neutering:
Bear needs a new home. He was living happily with another male until recently when they started to fight and had to be separated. Subsequent attempts to re-bond them have failed. 
Both males will now be neutered on 12th September, and once they have passed their post op checks, each can go to a new home to live with a female/females. Neither pig can have physical contact with the female for 6 weeks post op.
Owner Helen said:
“Bear was born on 1.3.24. Teddy is listed separately.
We had them checked over when we got them with Shepton Vets and the vet who specialises in guinea pigs said they were healthy and in very good condition.
Teddy is the quieter and larger of the two (even though younger) and very cuddly and placid.
Bear has lots of personality and loves running around.
They both love their food and squeak when they hear the fridge opening. Teddy loves fruit and veg, Bear more a veg man.
I have various items of equipment, including two indoor cages. Once both piggies are settled and new owners are happy then they can keep the cages and one of them can have the outdoor run. I may have a smaller run available somewhere too. The same with each piggies belongings. I bought 2 of everything to make them feel equal i.e. there houses, large log tunnels, red tunnels, bowls, other bits & pcs and I am very happy for them to go whilst settling if they want but would need back if it doesnt work out.
We would love for both of them to go to loving homes. We live in Stratton-on-the-Fosse, which is around 35/40 minutes from Westbury in Wiltshire.”Image attachmentImage attachment+6Image attachment

    This listing has a new update regarding neutering:
    Teddy needs a new home. He was living happily with another male until recently when they started to fight and had to be separated. Subsequent attempts to re-bond them have failed.
    Both males will now be neutered on 12th September, and once they have passed their post op checks, each can go to a new home to live with a female/females. Neither pig can have physical contact with a female for 6 weeks post op.
    Owner Helen said:
    “Teddy is the teddy guinea pig - d.o.b. 26.3.24
    Bear (listed separately) was born on 1.3.24.
    We had them checked over when we got them with Shepton Vets and the vet who specialises in guinea pigs said they were healthy and in very good condition.
    Teddy is the quieter and larger of the two (even though younger) and very cuddly and placid.
    Bear has lots of personality and loves running around.
    They both love there food and squeak when they hear the fridge opeining. Teddy loves fruit and veg, Bear more a veg man.
    I have various items of equipment, including two indoor cages. Once both piggies are settled and new owners are happy then they can keep the cages and one of them can have the outdoor run. I may have a smaller run available somewhere too. The same with each piggies belongings. I bought 2 of everything to make them feel equal i.e. there houses, large log tunnels, red tunnels, bowls, other bits & pcs and I am very happy for them to go whilst settling if they want but would need back if it doesn't work out.
    We would love for both of them to go to loving homes. We live in Stratton-on-the-Fosse, which is around 35/40 minutes from Westbury in Wiltshire.”
    ... See MoreSee Less

    This listing has a new update regarding neutering:
Teddy needs a new home. He was living happily with another male until recently when they started to fight and had to be separated. Subsequent attempts to re-bond them have failed. 
Both males will now be neutered on 12th September, and once they have passed their post op checks, each can go to a new home to live with a female/females. Neither pig can have physical contact with a female for 6 weeks post op.
Owner Helen said:
“Teddy is the teddy guinea pig - d.o.b. 26.3.24
Bear (listed separately) was born on 1.3.24.
We had them checked over when we got them with Shepton Vets and the vet who specialises in guinea pigs said they were healthy and in very good condition.
Teddy is the quieter and larger of the two (even though younger) and very cuddly and placid.
Bear has lots of personality and loves running around.
They both love there food and squeak when they hear the fridge opeining. Teddy loves fruit and veg, Bear more a veg man.
I have various items of equipment, including two indoor cages. Once both piggies are settled and new owners are happy then they can keep the cages and one of them can have the outdoor run. I may have a smaller run available somewhere too. The same with each piggies belongings. I bought 2 of everything to make them feel equal i.e. there houses, large log tunnels, red tunnels, bowls, other bits & pcs and I am very happy for them to go whilst settling if they want but would need back if it doesnt work out.
We would love for both of them to go to loving homes. We live in Stratton-on-the-Fosse, which is around 35/40 minutes from Westbury in Wiltshire.”Image attachmentImage attachment+8Image attachment