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Coalition Urges Petland to Stop Selling Rabbits | Rabbit.org Foundation Press Release

By Our Think Tank | October 21, 2025

Coalition of 100+ Rescues Pressures Petland to Stop Selling Rabbits Led by The Rabbit.org Foundation, […]

Rabbits confined in a breeder cage; advocates call for Petland to stop live rabbit sales.

Petland’s Business of Cruelty

By Our Think Tank | October 17, 2024

National rescues urge Petland to end live rabbit sales and adopt humane practices. Join 5,000+ advocates demanding change.

How Donations Are Used

By Our Think Tank | October 8, 2024

How Donations Are Used Your generous donations support the operation and maintenance of rabbit.org, as […]

Podcast: Diagnosing RHDV2, and anticipating future strains of the disease with Drs Amanda Jones and Anthony Pilny on “Every Animal Has an Owner”

By Our Think Tank | September 19, 2025

Author: Our Think Tank Drs. Amanda Jones and Anthony Pilny take an unflinching look at […]

Podcast: RHDV2 with Dr’s Amanda Jones and Anthony Pilny on “Every Animal Has an Owner”

By Our Think Tank | February 4, 2025

Author: Our Think Tank The recent Medgene podcast, “Every Animal Has an Owner”, reminds us […]

three rescued rabbits on a chair

Updated Rabbit Statistics: How Many Pet Rabbits are There in the USA?

By Paige K Parsons | September 19, 2025

Roughly one million U.S. households share life with rabbits. Here’s the friendly, footnoted tour through the best current and historical numbers and statistics.

Marinell Harriman in Conversation with Mary Cotter

By Marinell Harriman | February 8, 2025

One rabbit changed everything. Marinell Harriman’s rescue of a stray bunny sparked a global movement—leading to the House Rabbit Handbook, the founding of House Rabbit Society, and a new philosophy of rabbit care. In this rare conversation, she reflects on the journey that redefined rabbits as companions, not caged pets.

Rabbit Community Events

By San Diego House Rabbit Society | June 14, 2025

Authors: Our Think Tank, San Diego House Rabbit Society We maintain a global calendar of […]

unhappy rabbit in cage

Peacebunny Cruelty Case: Rabbit.org Condemns Lenient Sentence

By Our Think Tank | September 8, 2025

Rabbit.org condemns the lenient sentencing of Peacebunny CEO Stephanie Hope Smith after 47 rabbits died and hundreds more suffered under her care.

Veterinarian examining rabbit during RHDV2 vaccine clinic

Single-Dose RHDV2 Vaccine Improves Access for Rabbits

By Our Think Tank | September 8, 2025

Medgene’s single-dose RHDV2 vaccine expands access, helping more vets protect rabbits from this deadly virus now endemic in the U.S.

Food & Diet

By Paige K Parsons | December 15, 2023

Adult rabbits need a balanced diet of unlimited hay, fresh greens, and a few pellets.

great rabbit-savvy vet examining a rabbit

Resources to Help Pay Vet Bills

By Our Think Tank | January 22, 2024

We can’t help you pay your vet bills, but we can point you to resources that might help.

Our History

By Our Think Tank | October 8, 2024

Our History The Formation of the Rabbit.org Foundation: A New Chapter for Rabbit Welfare Building […]

great rabbit-savvy vet examining a rabbit

Rabbit Vets Near Me | Find a Rabbit-Savvy Exotic Veterinarian

By Our Think Tank | January 6, 2024

A comprehensive and up-to-date resources for finding a local rabbit savvy veterinarian near you.

Myxomatosis Case Reports

By Paige K Parsons | December 14, 2023

Myxomatosis Case Reports

Finding a Home for an Unwanted Rabbit (rehoming)

By Marinell Harriman | December 29, 2023

Finding a new home for a rabbit (rehoming) is all about preparation and patience.

collaged image of three wild rabbits

Vanishing Relatives: Rabbit Species on the Edge

By Julie Smith PhD | January 29, 2025

Many rabbit and hare species are on the edge of extinction.

Flying With Rabbits: Your Complete Guide

By Creative Commons Remixed | January 18, 2024

Planning a flight with your rabbit? Here are all of our resources about flying on a commercial plane with your rabbit.

Gi Stasis – The Silent Killer

By Dana Krempels | December 18, 2023

It’s an all too familiar story. “My bunny stopped eating, and then she just died.”

two rabbits in a litter box

Litter Training FAQ

By Creative Commons Remixed | December 30, 2023

Common litter training concerns and a helpful overview video.

House Rabbit Care & Behavior Resource Book

By San Diego House Rabbit Society | January 20, 2024

Downloadable and printable House Rabbit Resource Book from SDHRS

Resources

By Paige K Parsons | December 2, 2023

Resources & Links

rabbit cecotropes in a litterbox

Cecotropes

By Paige K Parsons | December 20, 2023

Author: Paige K Parsons Cecotropes are special droppings that rabbits consume directly from the anus […]

Leche, the Rabbit Behind Shamir’s Final Album, “Ten”

By Paige K Parsons | June 13, 2025

When Shamir decided that Ten—his shimmering, genre-agnostic tenth record—was his final solo album, he also knew that Leche —his reserved, seven-year-old rabbit- would be prominently featured on the cover.

Understanding Rabbits, One Habit at a Time: A Conversation with Tamsin Stone

By Paige K Parsons | June 9, 2025

Rabbit behavior expert Tamsin Stone shares the story of Scamp, a wild rabbit she raised by hand, and how he reshaped her understanding of rabbit care. From bonding challenges to enrichment tips, this conversation offers practical insights for every rabbit guardian.

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