Rowan

Rowan would be a good bunny for a first time owner or an experienced owner. He is calm but curious. He is very friendly and sweet. He likes to explore when he has free roaming time. He loves tossing hair in the air. When you're holding him, him is super cute and sniffs your nose. He absolutely loves toys and loves getting new toys. He does like to be held but he can be unsure at times, he is still getting use to being held and getting picked up. Rowan started appearing in a good Samaritans’ yard at the beginning of mid-May 2023. At first they couldn't get near him, but over time were able to get closer. By the end of June, he was regularly in their yard and they were able to get closer to him. One rainy day, they were able to catch him! He was very scared, but has settled in over time. His flight instinct is strong, which kept him alive outside, but at first it made him scoot quickly out and away from the humans when he was let out for playtime or pen cleaning. But over time, he started to brush past his foster mom, then pause near her. Eventually he began to sniff her, put a paw on her arm, or climb over her on the floor. He still doesn’t love being touched, but he has come so far that we think he will continue to learn that human attention is a good thing. He certainly seems to like being around his family- since his room is at the bottom of the stairs he gets a great view of the people, dog, and 5 cats parading down every day. Sometimes he even waits on the recliner to watch them through his baby gate! Rowan is still learning good litterbox habits but is doing very well so far. He consistently pees in his box, but sometimes doesn’t poop in there. However, since he has been allowed free roam time nearly 24/7 he has kept it all inside the dog kennel where the litter box is kept. He loves eating his hay and just about any veggies he’s given- if there’s a lot, he will toss them around with his nose before settling down to eat. Adorable! Rowan is a big fluffy white bunny, whose nose twitches as he examines his surroundings or treats. In the evenings, he hops around the room exploring, stretching up to look on bookshelves. He likes to try to squish under the shelf of the low table in his room to explore. He’s very playful, especially with the hand broom and dust pan set. He also likes to tip over his food and treat dishes (when they're empty). Rowan needs a patient person who is OK waiting for him to come to him/her- would you like to continue teaching him how great it can be to be loved? If you are interested in adopting Rowan, please fill out the application at friendsofrabbits.org/adoptionform and someone will call or email you to schedule an interview. His adoption fee is $150 plus a mandatory $50 RHD vaccine fee per rabbit. Rowan is in a foster home in Jefferson, MD. INDOOR HOMES ONLY! ABOUT FRIENDS OF RABBITS Friends of Rabbits is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue operating in the greater DC-metro area. We take rabbits at risk of euthanasia from shelters in Maryland, DC and Virginia. We also rescue abandoned and neglected rabbits and assist with large confiscation cases. We provide foster homes and veterinary care for our rabbits, have them spayed/neutered and find them new forever homes through our adoption programs. Please note: We are not licensed to handle wildlife. Come Meet Our Pets... We have adoption events multiple times a month. Events take place at headquarters located in Columbia, MD and once a month in Fairfax, VA. We also have regularly scheduled events in local pet stores throughout the metropolitan region. Our Adoption Process... Prior to adoption, we ask that people fill out an application: www.friendsofrabbits.org/adoptionform 1. The adopter must be a responsible adult, which is at least 18 years old. If a family adopts the rabbit, the primary caregiver must be an adult or a responsible older teen. Younger children may do the work necessary to care for the rabbit under the daily supervision of an adult. All adults in the family must agree on adopting the rabbit. 2. We do not adopt our rabbits out as classroom pets. Exceptions would be adoption to the teacher who may bring the rabbit into the classroom on a regular basis. 3. Rabbits are social animals. The adopted rabbit(s) must live indoors in an appropriate size space where they will receive daily interaction with the family. The best possible space would be freedom in a rabbit proofed room. If that is not possible, a dog exercise pen with rabbit safe flooring works well. Other options include a large dog crate or a roomy cage. The best cages are at least 42 to 48 inches long by 24 inches wide. The 24 inch width allows for use of the widest and deepest jumbo litter boxes, which work well for most rabbits. A custom space can also be constructed using shelving material. Caged rabbits need daily exercise time outside the cage. 4. If you are renting your home, please have written consent from your landlord before you adopt. 5. For new adopters, we conduct an interview to make sure that the rabbit will be going to a safe environment. 6. When they are ill, rabbits require a veterinarian that specializes in exotic animals. Be aware that exotic veterinarians can be considerably more expensive than one for your cat or dog. Plan vet visits into your budget accordingly. 7. If you are looking to adopt a companion for your existing rabbit, your rabbit must be spayed or neutered prior to any introductions. 8. The final step to the adoption process is filling out a contract, which is specific to Friends of Rabbits. The cost to adopt a rabbit from us is $150 for a single rabbit and $200 for a pair. The adoption fees include a goodie bag with rabbit care information, necessities, toys and a coupon for discounted rabbit supplies, and cover the cost of the rabbit's spay/neuter. As of January 1, 2022, there is also a mandatory $50 RHD vaccine fee per rabbit.