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.

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Mindy is a 3.5 years old neutered female, and she needs a new home. If you can offer Mindy a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments, please), and we will go from there. I am happy to clip her claws if the new owner would like to bring her to me in Westbury. Her owner Emma said:
"Mindy, 3 1/2 year old female grey lionhead rabbit (born March 2023). Neutered. Has been vaccinated in the past but now overdue.
No medical issues but front nails need clipping badly.
Mindy is beautiful; she loves to come for a stroke and a cuddle but doesn't like to be picked up (hence I haven't been able to cut her nails myself). She used to live with another (unneutered) female who sadly passed away about 6 months ago. Mindy was definitely the boss! However, after a careful introduction, they lived together very well, and Mindy would groom Olive.
She doesn't seem to mind being on her own as long as she gets lots of human attention; previously, she has been let out of her (large, 10' square) cage to run about the room in the evenings. She is a nibbler, though, and the room has to be well rabbit-proofed. Some of our books will testify to this!!
She is not over fond of hay, will eat as much rabbit food as she is allowed (a handful a day) and likes a mixed salad in the evening - her favourite is dandelion leaves. She is litter-tray trained and drinks from a water bowl. She has always been a house rabbit and has half a room to herself - her area is lined with old duvets / fleece blankets.
She can come with a pet carrier if needed, along with her blankets for familiarity. Also an amount of straw, hay and food.
We are located near Fordingbridge on the edge of the New Forest.
We love Mindy very much and would absolutely keep her if it was practical. We will be very sad to see her go, but she needs someone who can give her the time and love she deserves. 🙁
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Update: a new home is under consideration so I will put on hold their availability for now until I hear the outcome.

Regular readers of this page may well recognise this pair - their promised new home fell through so they are available to adopt. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home for this neutered bonded female pair, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there. We received some lovely home offers before so am really hoping one or two of those may still be interested, so do get in touch. They are in Tidworth. Here is what owner Lacey said:
“Two bonded female (neutered) rabbits. 4 years old. Savannah ( lop eared ) and cherry blossom (Dutch)
Sadly needing a new outdoor home due to family living situation. Absolutely love being outdoor doing binkys and resting in the sun. Very cheeky personality enjoy hugs and being brushed and favourite treat is banana.
Have a black wired outdoor pen and hideaway to go with them. Happy to supply 1 month food, hay and bedding. Toilet trained.
Vet Health check and vaccines done Sept 2026.”
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Update: I am going to assume this pair have been adopted as the owner is not responding to messages, but if they are still available I will put the update here.

This bonded pair of males are needing a new home due to owner Hayley being allergic to them. They are in Swindon. Buzz is 1 year old, Woody is 3-4 months. They have not had much handling so the new owner will need to have patience so the piggies can get used to being picked up. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there.
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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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    Mindy is a 3.5 years old neutered female, and she needs a new home. If you can offer Mindy a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments, please), and we will go from there. I am happy to clip her claws if the new owner would like to bring her to me in Westbury. Her owner Emma said:
    "Mindy, 3 1/2 year old female grey lionhead rabbit (born March 2023). Neutered. Has been vaccinated in the past but now overdue.
    No medical issues but front nails need clipping badly.
    Mindy is beautiful; she loves to come for a stroke and a cuddle but doesn't like to be picked up (hence I haven't been able to cut her nails myself). She used to live with another (unneutered) female who sadly passed away about 6 months ago. Mindy was definitely the boss! However, after a careful introduction, they lived together very well, and Mindy would groom Olive.
    She doesn't seem to mind being on her own as long as she gets lots of human attention; previously, she has been let out of her (large, 10' square) cage to run about the room in the evenings. She is a nibbler, though, and the room has to be well rabbit-proofed. Some of our books will testify to this!!
    She is not over fond of hay, will eat as much rabbit food as she is allowed (a handful a day) and likes a mixed salad in the evening - her favourite is dandelion leaves. She is litter-tray trained and drinks from a water bowl. She has always been a house rabbit and has half a room to herself - her area is lined with old duvets / fleece blankets.
    She can come with a pet carrier if needed, along with her blankets for familiarity. Also an amount of straw, hay and food.
    We are located near Fordingbridge on the edge of the New Forest.
    We love Mindy very much and would absolutely keep her if it was practical. We will be very sad to see her go, but she needs someone who can give her the time and love she deserves. 🙁
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    Update: a new home is under consideration so I will put on hold their availability for now until I hear the outcome.

    Regular readers of this page may well recognise this pair - their promised new home fell through so they are available to adopt. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home for this neutered bonded female pair, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there. We received some lovely home offers before so am really hoping one or two of those may still be interested, so do get in touch. They are in Tidworth. Here is what owner Lacey said:
    “Two bonded female (neutered) rabbits. 4 years old. Savannah ( lop eared ) and cherry blossom (Dutch)
    Sadly needing a new outdoor home due to family living situation. Absolutely love being outdoor doing binkys and resting in the sun. Very cheeky personality enjoy hugs and being brushed and favourite treat is banana.
    Have a black wired outdoor pen and hideaway to go with them. Happy to supply 1 month food, hay and bedding. Toilet trained.
    Vet Health check and vaccines done Sept 2026.”
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    Update: I am going to assume this pair have been adopted as the owner is not responding to messages, but if they are still available I will put the update here.

    This bonded pair of males are needing a new home due to owner Hayley being allergic to them. They are in Swindon. Buzz is 1 year old, Woody is 3-4 months. They have not had much handling so the new owner will need to have patience so the piggies can get used to being picked up. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there.
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