Virginia shelter warns against 'gifting' rabbits for Easter: 'Bunnies are long-term commitment'

Buying Bunnies, Chicks as Easter Gifts Strongly Discouraged

As they do each year when Easter approaches, shelter officials and animal rescue groups are urging people not to buy rabbits or baby chicks as holiday gifts for children. Buying or adopting a live animal on a whim often leads to abandonment when the novelty wears off and families realize they’re not equipped to properly care for the pets. Instead of a live animal, rescue groups recommend buying a stuffed toy bunny or chocolate candy rabbit for k…

Virginia shelter warns against 'gifting' rabbits for Easter: 'Bunnies are long-term commitment'

HARRISONBURG, Va. As Easter approaches, Virginia animal shelters are urging people to think twice about giving live rabbits as presents.Huck Nawaz, the executive director of the Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA, said that while bunnies make for great pets, they are a major responsibility. As a result, Nawaz is especially concerned about people buying them as Easter gifts because owners may surrender them or release them to the wild if they cannot ta…

Bunny Rescue in Thurston County Gives Advice to Those Considering an ‘Easter’ Bunny - ThurstonTalk

ThurstonTalk Most of us look forward to spring. More sunshine, longer days, bright flowers and enjoyable holidays like Easter. But for those who work at bunny rescues, spring is their least favorite season. Patricia Lee-Jenkins, founder of The Hare BnB Rescue Spa & Boutique, a bunny rescue in Olympia, wants people to seriously consider what owning […]

Real Easter bunnies are not for children

By Dr. Beth Leermakers Thinking of giving your child a bunny for Easter? Opt for a chocolate or stuffed one instead.  Real rabbits require more care and exercise than most people realize—and they’re not ideal companions for young children. Bunnies live 10-12 years, have strong personalities and can be destructive, digging and chewing.  Rabbits’ ears are expressive, telling you when they’re alert, relaxed or upset.Photo courtesy of Barton Hill Fa…