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.

“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 “

Trusted Expert Tips!

Step‑by‑Step Guides for Healthy, Happy Rabbits & Guinea Pigs

Learn how to care for rabbits and guinea pigs with expert, rescue‑approved guides covering diet, housing, bonding, behaviour, enrichment, grooming and routine health checks. Ideal for both new and experienced owners.

Latest Animals Available

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This may prove to be a tricky one, but I am always hopeful. This little group of 4 three- month old brothers are in Exeter and they need new homes. It is very likely that they will start to fight soon, so it is probably best if they go individually to new homes, although it is possible that two sets of pairs may work, but it is not guaranteed. Ideally they will be bonded to a neutered female each on their new homes, after they have been castrated. As none are neutered or fully vaccinated, CottonTails will give £80 towards each castration and £50 towards each vaccination, payable to the vet that will carry out the procedures. This will be arranged by the new owner to take into account their location and vet preference, and must be paid in advance of the procedures. Information about the rabbits is below. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home to any of them, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there.
Their owner Jacob said:

“White one is called Slug. The one with black dot on his nose is Alien. The other brown one is called is called Mash and the black one is called Tiger. They are all Male and all 3 months old. They are from pets at home where they got their first vaccination but don’t have the second one and not neutered either. No health problems or issues, all very healthy. Slug is very quick and likes his own room, though they do all huddle together and have bonded very well and all from same litter. Alien is most confident, social with all and very cheeky.
Mash is chill, does what he wants, doesn’t get into any mischief. Tiger love his own space and more of a lone wolf until it comes to bed time. All don’t mind being picked at all and they’re kept both inside and outside. We have toys, trays, puzzles, tunnels and a big hunch we won’t need. In Exeter.
All great Rabbits sadly needing a new home.”
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Smudge is in Chippenham and he needs a new home. He was living with his brother until they started fighting and had to be separated. He has been neutered, so may accept a neutered female as a friend. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there.
His owner Amber said:

“Smudge loves to be around people and if another rabbit is around who also likes to be around rabbits he will most likely love as he does like the fuss but unfortunately his brother doesn’t.
Smudge loves to eat, his favourite is strawberries which he can’t have too often but he does like dill and coriander!
He loves chew toys tunnels and loves to be outside doing binkies on the grass but is and indoor rabbit.
He does like to chew on wires so they need to be completely hidden out of the way, he does like a cuddle but not for too long he likes it best if you’re down on his level and he’ll then climb onto you and do it his way. He likes to sit in windowsills and watch the world go by. He is so loving and won’t take long for him to trust you.
He has his ceramic feeding and water bowl that can come with him his tunnel. And his metal hideout. We have a pen that can go with him.”
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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 may prove to be a tricky one, but I am always hopeful. This little group of 4 three- month old brothers are in Exeter and they need new homes. It is very likely that they will start to fight soon, so it is probably best if they go individually to new homes, although it is possible that two sets of pairs may work, but it is not guaranteed. Ideally they will be bonded to a neutered female each on their new homes, after they have been castrated. As none are neutered or fully vaccinated, CottonTails will give £80 towards each castration and £50 towards each vaccination, payable to the vet that will carry out the procedures. This will be arranged by the new owner to take into account their location and vet preference, and must be paid in advance of the procedures. Information about the rabbits is below. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home to any of them, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there.
    Their owner Jacob said:

    “White one is called Slug. The one with black dot on his nose is Alien. The other brown one is called is called Mash and the black one is called Tiger. They are all Male and all 3 months old. They are from pets at home where they got their first vaccination but don’t have the second one and not neutered either. No health problems or issues, all very healthy. Slug is very quick and likes his own room, though they do all huddle together and have bonded very well and all from same litter. Alien is most confident, social with all and very cheeky.
    Mash is chill, does what he wants, doesn’t get into any mischief. Tiger love his own space and more of a lone wolf until it comes to bed time. All don’t mind being picked at all and they’re kept both inside and outside. We have toys, trays, puzzles, tunnels and a big hunch we won’t need. In Exeter.
    All great Rabbits sadly needing a new home.”
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    Smudge is in Chippenham and he needs a new home. He was living with his brother until they started fighting and had to be separated. He has been neutered, so may accept a neutered female as a friend. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there.
    His owner Amber said:

    “Smudge loves to be around people and if another rabbit is around who also likes to be around rabbits he will most likely love as he does like the fuss but unfortunately his brother doesn’t.
    Smudge loves to eat, his favourite is strawberries which he can’t have too often but he does like dill and coriander!
    He loves chew toys tunnels and loves to be outside doing binkies on the grass but is and indoor rabbit.
    He does like to chew on wires so they need to be completely hidden out of the way, he does like a cuddle but not for too long he likes it best if you’re down on his level and he’ll then climb onto you and do it his way. He likes to sit in windowsills and watch the world go by. He is so loving and won’t take long for him to trust you.
    He has his ceramic feeding and water bowl that can come with him his tunnel. And his metal hideout. We have a pen that can go with him.”
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    Here is a film of Evie and Panda - full details are in the listing further down the page. ... See MoreSee Less