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 is not Smudge (listed below), despite looking very similar! This appeal is to find a new home for this female lop, 4 years old, I am waiting on her name so will add that once I know. She is in Warminster. As she is not neutered, CottonTails will give £80 towards her spay, payable to the vet who will carry out the procedure. 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 operation. I believe she has been vaccinated, but if this proves not to be the case, we will give £50 also towards her vaccination, with the same terms as for the spay.
If you can offer a suitable, permanent home for her, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there.
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This pair of females need a new home. Due to their background, we have to assume they have not been spayed. Although CottonTails can offer a generous grant towards their neutering, we would need to discuss the pros and cons with any potential new owner, in view of the fact their age is uncertain and it is just possible they were spayed before being adopted from a previous home. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we can discuss it further.
Owner Maxine said:
“Their names are Evie and Panda. We rehomed them ourselves from a friend of a friend in 2022. They didn't come with any paper work or anything. So I'm unsure on exact age and if they have had any vaccinations ( we have never had to take them to the vets) I would guess around 4year old.
Zero health issues that I'm aware off.
Location is Salisbury.
They would come with a carrier, water bottle, any let over food/bedding. No hutch as it's very broken and wouldn't be able to dismantle.
Evie is more confident the Panda she is more timid. Both girls (sisters).”
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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 is not Smudge (listed below), despite looking very similar! This appeal is to find a new home for this female lop, 4 years old, I am waiting on her name so will add that once I know. She is in Warminster. As she is not neutered, CottonTails will give £80 towards her spay, payable to the vet who will carry out the procedure. 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 operation. I believe she has been vaccinated, but if this proves not to be the case, we will give £50 also towards her vaccination, with the same terms as for the spay.
    If you can offer a suitable, permanent home for her, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we will go from there.
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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

    This pair of females need a new home. Due to their background, we have to assume they have not been spayed. Although CottonTails can offer a generous grant towards their neutering, we would need to discuss the pros and cons with any potential new owner, in view of the fact their age is uncertain and it is just possible they were spayed before being adopted from a previous home. If you can offer a suitable, permanent home, get in touch by DM (not comments please) and we can discuss it further.
    Owner Maxine said:
    “Their names are Evie and Panda. We rehomed them ourselves from a friend of a friend in 2022. They didn't come with any paper work or anything. So I'm unsure on exact age and if they have had any vaccinations ( we have never had to take them to the vets) I would guess around 4year old.
    Zero health issues that I'm aware off.
    Location is Salisbury.
    They would come with a carrier, water bottle, any let over food/bedding. No hutch as it's very broken and wouldn't be able to dismantle.
    Evie is more confident the Panda she is more timid. Both girls (sisters).”
    ... See MoreSee Less

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