Kirby

Kirby came to Dakin as a stray. This handsome fellow was found underneath a car by a student who was on her way to school. We don't know if he went to class with her and what he learned but, if perhaps, she forgot her homework, she could have used "The rabbit ate my homework," line. Now he's in foster and foster mom says Kirby is super curious, playful and energetic. He loves running around and would do well in most homes. He's getting a handle on litter box training, too! His foster recommends to his adopter that he be allowed lots of exercise, as he is happiest when running around. Kirby is accustomed to being in a large pen with lots of out of the pen time. He has been around the foster's bunny safe cats and seems very curious about them. He also loved hanging out with the foster's teenage daughter. Looking for a new friend who is too cute for words? Kirby is the bunny for you! https://youtu.be/_X2JPI88UGc Rabbits are intelligent and complex animals who do well in families with humans who understand that they are prey animals, and do not enjoy being held/picked up. The best way to bond with rabbits is to spend time with them outside of their pens, and shower them with plenty of fresh veg leaves such as romaine and cilantro! Rabbits are easy to litter-box train, and we've begun that at the shelter! Rabbits also need plenty of daily time to explore outside of their pen and hang with their human. Because rabbits need so much space and aren't easy to hold, they aren't an ideal "starter pet". Rabbits usually do best with older children who can respect their boundaries. When rabbits get the space and enrichment they need, they often form deep bonds with their humans in the same way a dog or cat would. Rabbits will let you know when they are happy by giving you a bunny binky (a hop/ twist in the air) or a sideways flop. If it's your dream to have a fluffy little buddy to eat salads with and snuggle (on her level) then a rabbit may be a great pet for you! Rabbits' primary food is fresh timothy hay and fresh leaves and veggies for their daily diet - pellets should be treated as "junk food and given in limited amounts. All this fresh food can run $40-50 each month. Rabbits typically live 8-10 years. Housing requirements: Most housing sold at pet stores is too small for small pets. They are going to be spending most of their lives inside their cage; your housing must be as large as the below or larger (bigger is always better!) in order to adopt this pet. -For rabbits we recommend extra large metal dog crates and/or fencing/x-pens/playpens. Expect to spend at least $100 on housing. -Minimum requirements for enclosed spaces is 10 sq. ft. for 1-2 rabbits. -Rabbits should also have at least 24 sq. ft. of exercise space outside of their enclosure where they can run and play each day. -No wire floors please - they are bad for bunnies' feet -Our rabbits are house pets, not for keeping outside Rabbits are a social species, meaning they usually enjoy the company of their own kind. If there are two names listed together (eg Peanut Butter w/Jelly), that means that the two animals are a bonded pair of friends, and must be adopted together. -Got a single at home you're looking for a friend for? Any animal listed alone on our website is a single and a great candidate; if there is a group of 3 or more, usually one can be taken out of that group as a companion for your single. -A new friend will need a separate cage until friendship has been established -Our rabbits are all spayed/neutered at 4 months of age; as long as one or both rabbits are neutered, mixing genders is okay. -It takes time and patience to let the rabbits make friends with each other. Check out the video on taking your new rabbit home, up above with the photos! https://youtu.be/SoqIZchn2-g?si=MusssgEFiWUbqy_O Check out these great resources from the House Rabbit Society! Rabbit supply list - with links to learn more about what rabbits eat and how to house them https://rabbit.org/rabbit-supply-list/ Rabbit FAQ - with info on everything you need to know about pet rabbits https://rabbit.org/frequently-asked-questions/ If you're ready to adopt and want to learn more about, meet, or adopt this pet, you can start the process by: 1. Click on the pink "Adopt me" button to submit an adoption inquiry 2. Watch your email for a response from us!