Bean (bonded to Ivy) Rabbit English Spot Mix Columbia, MD

BEAN AND IVY ARE A BONDED PAIR AND MUST BE ADOPTED TOGETHER!

Bean is active, curious, and intelligent but equally, if not more, affectionate. Bean can be mistakenly labeled as aggressive. She is actually jealous of any attention her sister receives, and tells you in bunny language (I did say you need to be fluent in bunny!). To keep the green-eyed monster at bay, give Ivy lots of attention away from Bean, Bean lots of attention when Ivy is with her, and limit interactions with Ivy when the two sisters are together. Bean and Ivy are bonded sisters with a checkered past because they need a forever home with people who are fluent in bunny. They have been returned to FoR because their behavior needed a bit more understanding. These fascinating sisters need experienced rabbit owners with time to get to know their unique personalities. If you have the time and patience to understand these charming sisters you can have two great bunny companions and insight into rabbit behavior. And a second language to add to your resume!

Bean (bigger patch on back) and Ivy (stripe on back) are sisters who were born in September 2021. They love to play together, and do lots of zoomies and binkies. They love to play with wicker balls and seagrass mats.

The girls are well-behaved free roamers, and have been trusted alone at home so they are good candidates to work up to free roaming at their forever home! They are fairly good with their litter box, leaving just a couple of stray poops outside occasionally. They are good hay eaters, and love romaine and spring mix. Strawberries are a favorite treat.

Bean and Ivy are in a foster home in Hagerstown, MD.

If you are interested in adopting Bean and Ivy, please fill out the application at https://friendsofrabbits.org/adopt/adoption-application/ and someone will call or email you to schedule an interview. Their adoption fee is $160 (for both) plus a mandatory $50 RHD vaccine fee per rabbit.

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: https://friendsofrabbits.org/adopt/adoption-application/

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 $110 for a single rabbit and $160 for a pair- NOT counting the RHD vaccine fees. 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.