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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Clover is a neutered male and he needs a new home. If you can offer a suitable, permanent house bunny home, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there. Here is what owner Rachel said:
“Clover is 10 months old and he has been neutered. All of his vaccinations are up to date, but he hasn’t been microchipped.
No health issues.
He hates being picked up, but he loves attention, he’ll happily come and sit next to you whilst you stroke him.
Litter trained apart from a few times he’s peed over the edge of the litter tray.
Clover is an indoor bunny & has only ever been indoors, he has a cage as a base only gets ‘locked’ in the cage when i’m hoovering because he likes to get in the way of the hoover.
I live in Calne.”
...

I received a really positive update from owner Laura yesterday, and I thought I would share it here - we all need some good news from time to time I feel! Laura said:
“Around a year ago you enabled us to adopt sweet piggy Otter and I just wanted to share with you that she is thriving and is dearly loved.
She lives with two other guinea pigs and they have a very happy life full of their favourite foods and endless love.There are so many sad stories in rescue but it’s important to know that you do a wonderful job and because of you putting us in touch with her previous owner (who was absolutely lovely btw), Otter landed with a family who adore her.
Thank you for what you do. “
...

I received a really

Update: Nugget’s owner has now accepted a home offer, but if anything changes, I will put the update here.

Nugget is a neutered, vaccinated male just under 3 years old. He has recently been bereaved and his owner is not able to take on another rabbit so reluctantly wants to find a new home for him where he can bond with a neutered female. Owner Jackie has provided detailed info about him, so do please have a read before considering adoption. He is in Lyde Green, Bristol, South Gloucestershire
If you can offer a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there.
“ Nugget is currently fit and well, with no symptoms or known behavioural issues. His bonded companion recently became very unwell with suspected E. cuniculi, so on veterinary advice Nugget is completing a precautionary 28-day course of Panacur due to possible exposure. He remains completely symptom-free and his final dose is due on 26 September 2026.
Nugget currently lives in a 6ft × 4ft purpose-built bunny shed with a large attached Omlet Zippi run, connected tunnels and additional hideaway areas. He is a happy, inquisitive and active rabbit with lots of personality. He loves exploring and particularly enjoys jumping and climbing onto platforms and higher areas. He is used to people and has lived very happily bonded with a female rabbit, so he is accustomed to and enjoys rabbit companionship. He has also lived with a cat and a dog.
I have some equipment that I am willing to sell to the new owner if they would like it:
* Any equipment that can go with him:
* 6ft × 4ft purpose-built Bunny Shed
* Adjoining Runaround system, with multiple tunnels, sections and hideaways:
* Omlet Zippi secure run with platforms — 8ft × 39in
* Front wide mesh tunnel — 4ft × 1.4ft
* Rear high tunnel — 2ft × 1ft × 2ft
* Rear hideaway — 2 sections, approx. 4ft × 1ft”
...

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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 ...
    Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons

    Clover is a neutered male and he needs a new home. If you can offer a suitable, permanent house bunny home, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there. Here is what owner Rachel said:
    “Clover is 10 months old and he has been neutered. All of his vaccinations are up to date, but he hasn’t been microchipped.
    No health issues.
    He hates being picked up, but he loves attention, he’ll happily come and sit next to you whilst you stroke him.
    Litter trained apart from a few times he’s peed over the edge of the litter tray.
    Clover is an indoor bunny & has only ever been indoors, he has a cage as a base only gets ‘locked’ in the cage when i’m hoovering because he likes to get in the way of the hoover.
    I live in Calne.”
    ...

    I received a really positive update from owner Laura yesterday, and I thought I would share it here - we all need some good news from time to time I feel! Laura said:
    “Around a year ago you enabled us to adopt sweet piggy Otter and I just wanted to share with you that she is thriving and is dearly loved.
    She lives with two other guinea pigs and they have a very happy life full of their favourite foods and endless love.There are so many sad stories in rescue but it’s important to know that you do a wonderful job and because of you putting us in touch with her previous owner (who was absolutely lovely btw), Otter landed with a family who adore her.
    Thank you for what you do. “
    ...

    I received a really

    Update: Nugget’s owner has now accepted a home offer, but if anything changes, I will put the update here.

    Nugget is a neutered, vaccinated male just under 3 years old. He has recently been bereaved and his owner is not able to take on another rabbit so reluctantly wants to find a new home for him where he can bond with a neutered female. Owner Jackie has provided detailed info about him, so do please have a read before considering adoption. He is in Lyde Green, Bristol, South Gloucestershire
    If you can offer a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there.
    “ Nugget is currently fit and well, with no symptoms or known behavioural issues. His bonded companion recently became very unwell with suspected E. cuniculi, so on veterinary advice Nugget is completing a precautionary 28-day course of Panacur due to possible exposure. He remains completely symptom-free and his final dose is due on 26 September 2026.
    Nugget currently lives in a 6ft × 4ft purpose-built bunny shed with a large attached Omlet Zippi run, connected tunnels and additional hideaway areas. He is a happy, inquisitive and active rabbit with lots of personality. He loves exploring and particularly enjoys jumping and climbing onto platforms and higher areas. He is used to people and has lived very happily bonded with a female rabbit, so he is accustomed to and enjoys rabbit companionship. He has also lived with a cat and a dog.
    I have some equipment that I am willing to sell to the new owner if they would like it:
    * Any equipment that can go with him:
    * 6ft × 4ft purpose-built Bunny Shed
    * Adjoining Runaround system, with multiple tunnels, sections and hideaways:
    * Omlet Zippi secure run with platforms — 8ft × 39in
    * Front wide mesh tunnel — 4ft × 1.4ft
    * Rear high tunnel — 2ft × 1ft × 2ft
    * Rear hideaway — 2 sections, approx. 4ft × 1ft”
    ...

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