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 female guinea pig needs a new home, preferably to someone who can bond her with another female/females. She was living with an older female until recently. If you can offer her a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there.
Here is what owner Jess said:
“She is about 2.5 years old. Her name is Winry.
No health issues, she is very vocal when she hears food or her name. She is friendly enough, but can nip sometimes when picked up.
She will come with any food or hay we have left. Also an outside metal run, as well as food bowls and water bottle.
I am in Westbury, wilts.”
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Sylvester needs a new home. He is 19 months old and is in Southampton. In addition to the attached films, you will find photos of him further down this Facebook page in a separate entry. As he is currently a house bunny, he can't be put outside until Spring. He is not neutered, so CottonTails will give £80 towards his castration, payable to the vet who will carry out the procedure. This must be paid in advance of the operation, and will be organised by the new owner to take into account their vet preference and location. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments, please), and we will go from there. His owner Kirsty said:
"This little man is Sylvester, he’s a mini lop, and his birthday is the 17th of May 2024. I’ve had Sylvester from when he was just 10 weeks old.
Sylvester is a very loved rabbit, but sadly, due to certain circumstances, I’ve had to make this tough decision to rehome him. This has not been easy for me. Sylvester is an indoor rabbit. He has a cage inside the home where he has his litter tray and hay, but this is always left open for him to come and go as he pleases 🙂 Sylvester doesn’t really chew anything, but it's still best to bunny-proof things just in case.
When the weather is warm, Sylvester loves spending time in the garden. He has a run for this, and he really enjoys his time outside, munching on the grass.
Sylvester eats (Timothy hay) pets at home brand, and he seems to enjoy this. He also eats Burgess Excel nuggets once a day, just two tablespoons in the morning.
Sylvester continuously eats hay throughout the day. But he also has a small amount of greens, his favourites are herbs coriander, mint, and dill. He also occasionally likes a small piece of banana and a strawberry, but I always give him fresh hay as his main diet.
Sylvester is very out there. He is not shy at all, loves a brush, loves nose scratches and is very friendly. He is used to dogs and runs around with them inside the home 🙂
I’d love Sylvester to go to someone who will love him like I do, as he really is a lovely rabbit and deserves the best. If you feel you could give him the home he deserves, please do get in contact with the rescue. Thank you."
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This lovely pair need a new home. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home, do get in touch via DM (not comments, please), and we will go from there. Although they can go with their hutch, they will need additional space to run around. Owner Byron said:
"They are 2 years old approx., both boys, both neutered, and vaccinations up to date, bonded pair. Cookie is quite energetic, and Fluffy is a bit more relaxed.
Large 2-storey hutch, bowls, and water bottles can go with them.
They are in Radstock"
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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 female guinea pig needs a new home, preferably to someone who can bond her with another female/females. She was living with an older female until recently. If you can offer her a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there.
    Here is what owner Jess said:
    “She is about 2.5 years old. Her name is Winry.
    No health issues, she is very vocal when she hears food or her name. She is friendly enough, but can nip sometimes when picked up.
    She will come with any food or hay we have left. Also an outside metal run, as well as food bowls and water bottle.
    I am in Westbury, wilts.”
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    Sylvester needs a new home. He is 19 months old and is in Southampton. In addition to the attached films, you will find photos of him further down this Facebook page in a separate entry. As he is currently a house bunny, he can't be put outside until Spring. He is not neutered, so CottonTails will give £80 towards his castration, payable to the vet who will carry out the procedure. This must be paid in advance of the operation, and will be organised by the new owner to take into account their vet preference and location. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments, please), and we will go from there. His owner Kirsty said:
    "This little man is Sylvester, he’s a mini lop, and his birthday is the 17th of May 2024. I’ve had Sylvester from when he was just 10 weeks old.
    Sylvester is a very loved rabbit, but sadly, due to certain circumstances, I’ve had to make this tough decision to rehome him. This has not been easy for me. Sylvester is an indoor rabbit. He has a cage inside the home where he has his litter tray and hay, but this is always left open for him to come and go as he pleases 🙂 Sylvester doesn’t really chew anything, but it's still best to bunny-proof things just in case.
    When the weather is warm, Sylvester loves spending time in the garden. He has a run for this, and he really enjoys his time outside, munching on the grass.
    Sylvester eats (Timothy hay) pets at home brand, and he seems to enjoy this. He also eats Burgess Excel nuggets once a day, just two tablespoons in the morning.
    Sylvester continuously eats hay throughout the day. But he also has a small amount of greens, his favourites are herbs coriander, mint, and dill. He also occasionally likes a small piece of banana and a strawberry, but I always give him fresh hay as his main diet.
    Sylvester is very out there. He is not shy at all, loves a brush, loves nose scratches and is very friendly. He is used to dogs and runs around with them inside the home 🙂
    I’d love Sylvester to go to someone who will love him like I do, as he really is a lovely rabbit and deserves the best. If you feel you could give him the home he deserves, please do get in contact with the rescue. Thank you."
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    This lovely pair need a new home. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home, do get in touch via DM (not comments, please), and we will go from there. Although they can go with their hutch, they will need additional space to run around. Owner Byron said:
    "They are 2 years old approx., both boys, both neutered, and vaccinations up to date, bonded pair. Cookie is quite energetic, and Fluffy is a bit more relaxed.
    Large 2-storey hutch, bowls, and water bottles can go with them.
    They are in Radstock"
    ... See MoreSee Less

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