An up to date
list of all animals available for adoption can be found
here:
http://www.petfinder.com/shelters/ON79.html
Adoption
means to PERMANENTLY accept the new companion animal into
one's life - which includes sickness and health, good times
and bad, and through all the changes of life. Of course,
Rabbit Rescue, Inc. WILL take back any animal it has placed
for any reason. Having said this, we would like you to
consider a few things before you adopt.
Behavior problems are often cited as reasons for returns. In
some cases, simple training techniques can be employed to
change most troublesome behaviors. It's true that some
people relinquish their companion animal too soon because
they have not been exposed to these simple training
techniques to help them work through a trying situation.
Be warned
that living with a pet can get bumpy from time to time.
While a companion animal can be capable of many wonderful
things, they can also exhibit some not-so-wonderful
behaviors usually at the most inconvenient time. A growl,
snap, a scratch or bite can occur with ANY companion animal
and one incident should not be grounds for divorce.
Likewise, an
occasional house soiling incident can be expected. Like you,
your companion animal's body is subject to fluctuations that
may mean an isolated instance of house soiling.
Rabbits do often mark territory when
moved to a new environment. In the case
of any strange or different behavior by your companion
animal, we ask that you contact us. We can help get you and
your companion animal back on track.
It's going to
take some time for your companion animal to learn your
routine.
 Bonding
does not happen overnight. As you introduce your new
companion animal to your family routines and he/she becomes
comfortable, he/she will learn to trust you. Relationships
take time to develop, so be patient.
Veterinary
visits are something else to keep in mind. Besides the
yearly exams, your companion animal may
experience sickness and injury, which can require additional
veterinarian services.
How are your
finances? Are you going to be able to get your companion
animal to a vet when he/she needs to go?
Long term
plans need to be examined.
Are you
planning any major lifestyle changes?
Moving?
Marriage?
Children (or more children)?
Companion animals have been returned for all these reasons.
If it doesn't seem like the right time, WAIT! There will
ALWAYS be an animal available for you. Wait for that time
when the companion animal can be a loved and cherished
member of the family.
Please think
about the commitment you are about to make. You are now
ready to take the first step in making the decision on
adopting or not adopting a companion animal.
Where do our rabbits
come from?
The majority of our rabbits come from humane societies,
OSPA's, animal controls and other shelters where the rabbits
have run out of time. We take in the most urgent
animals before they are euthanized In addition, many
of our rabbits have been caught outside by our volunteers,
after they were dumped outside by a careless owner. We
accept a small number of owner surrenders when space
permits, and otherwise will work with individuals who need to
give up their rabbit, to help find them new homes.
Rabbit Rescue
works with, and has assisted the following shelters:
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Barrie, OSPCA |
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Brampton Animal Control |
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Brantford Humane Society |
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Burlington Animal Control |
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City of Mississauga Animal Services |
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Etobicoke Humane Society |
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Guelph Humane Society |
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Guinea Pigs R Us |
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Hamilton Animal Control |
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Hamilton SPCA |
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Kennel Inn, Aurora |
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Midland, OSPCA |
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Mississauga Animal Control |
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Mississauga Humane Society |
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Montreal SPCA |
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Newmarket SPCA |
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Niagra SPCA |
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Oakville Humane Society |
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OSPCA, Newmarket |
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Ottawa Humane Society |
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Timmins Humane Society |
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Toronto Animal Services Central Region |
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Toronto Animal Services, East Region |
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Toronto Animal Services, North Region |
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Toronto Animal Services, South Region |
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Toronto Animal Services, West Region |
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Toronto Humane Society |
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Trails End Rabbit Refuge |
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Upper Credit Humane Society |
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Welland & District Humane Society |
Where are the animals?
After having several
adoption centers for a number of years, the decision was
made to keep all animals in foster care. In foster
homes, the animals receive one on one attention where
they can recover from surgery, be socialized, litter
trained and made ready for a new home. Upon completion
of the adoption application, you will be put in touch
with the foster parents of any animals you would like to
meet. The wonderful thing about visiting an animal in
foster care is that you can see what they are like in an
environment that they are comfortable with, and their
personalities shine through! Unfortunately in a shelter
type setting, that is a difficult thing to do. When
choosing the rabbit that is right for you, you are most
welcome to visit as many bunnies as like until you find
the ‘perfect’ match.
How to adopt
The
adoption process beings when you fill out an
application. Please email:
haviva@rabbitrescue.ca to have an application
emailed directly to you.
Adoption Fees
There are
adoption fees involved for every animal in the Rescue.
Upon arrival in our care, each animal receives a health
check up and all rabbits are spayed/neutered.
Rabbit Rescue takes pride in treating all the animals in
our care and they receive medical care whenever needed,
for whatever is needed. Our costs for these
wonderful rabbits are much higher than the adoption fee
reflects, and no matter what our costs for them, the
adoption fee remains the same for you. Please note
that the adoption fee is non-refundable and not eligible
for receipt. If you choose to make an extra
donation to help another animal in our care, you will
receive a tax receipt.
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