Thursday, October 15, 2009

Why Should I Adopt?

This post has a lot of meaning for us, since we're an animal rescue group! There are so many unwanted animals out there. Shelters and rescue groups are just overflowing with rabbits who are looking for homes, many of whom never make it to one. Why is there such a dilemma? Well, first, rabbits can procreate very quickly. A rabbit's gestation period is only 30 days long and they can get pregnant again right after! Many litters are accidental, and many of these babies end up in shelters.

People can also be careless and do not fully research about an animals before they buy or rescue them. Therefore, many people "get sick" of an animal shortly after taking them home. This causes a problem for the animal, since their chances of getting adopted again after being returned to a shelter aren't great. We know there are many pet stores and breeders out there who make it seem desirable to purchase an animal. However, in our opinion, this is not the way to go. There are many more animals on death row in shelters across the country who never have a second chance. Many times the animals in shelters are pure bred animals and originally came from a pet store or a breeder. For example, look at Sunflower below. She was purchased from a breeder for Easter of 2008, then dumped at a kill-shelter where her life eas in danger. Sunflower is a pure-bred Lionhead, one of the most desirable breeds of rabbit out there!


Adoption is the best option for all animals- including dogs, cats, rabbits, or any other species of animal! If you're looking for a specific breed, many dog rescues are split up by breeds. Other rescue groups will help any animal who comes along. As a rescue, Hug-a-Bunny will help any rabbit in need and our goal is simply to save lives. We go around to shelters where rabbits are in danger of being euthanized, and we give them a second chance at happiness. Again, many of these rabbits are products of a breeder, pet store (breeders supply them too), or accidental litters. The animals in shelters need our help, since it may be their only hope. Consider opening up your heart and homes to an adopted animal- they will be forever grateful!

**Before you adopt an animal, please fully research about the species and their needs. It's so important to make a decision that is best for you and the animal so they don't end up homeless again. We are always looking for permanent, loving homes.

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Rabbits and Easter DO NOT MIX!!!