Easter Dump. . . #rabbits #bunny #bunnies #houserabbits #rabbitsofinsta #bunnylove #bunniesofinsta #rabbitlife #rabbitsofig #rabbitsofinstagram #bunniesofinstagram #rabbitrabbit #bunniesworldwide #housebunnies #bunnylover #rabbitlover #bunsofinsta #rabbitigram #easter #makeminechocolate https://www.instagram.com/p/CcQt1eVOTxW/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Hoppy Bunny Day, my friends!

last post about this, but please please please don’t get a rabbit for easter unless you are FULLY capable of caring for one.

They are not good for young children, they don’t like to cuddle, and they don’t like being picked up. They eat a lot of food and require constant care and attention.

Do lots and lots of research, and encourage any family/friends to do the same <3

With Easter so close it’s important to realize that rabbits do not make good “starter” pets for children. This common misunderstanding of rabbits as easy pets leads to impulse purchases during Easter, followed by the surrender or abandonment of large numbers of rabbits shortly after Easter. Everyone considering bringing home a bunny should know: • Rabbits are not “low-maintenance” pets — they need as much care and attention as dogs and cats. • Most children lose interest in a live bunny after only a few weeks. • Rabbits need regular veterinary care by a vet with additional training in small animals (exotics). • Rabbits have an average lifespan of 8-14 years. • Rabbits must have an adult as their primary caregiver. • Rabbits are the third most surrendered animal at shelters, and the third most euthanized. • According to an ASPCA study, rabbits are more expensive to own than cats or guinea pigs — coming just after dogs in expense. This Easter, don’t buy a bunny on impulse. Alternatives to live animals — such as plush bunnies, chocolate bunnies or books about bunnies — make great gift choices and come with no additional obligations or responsibilities. 🐇 #ladybirdanimalsanctuary #lookwhatlovecando #hamont #hamilton #animalrescue #rescue #rescued #rescuedismyfavouritebreed #rabbit #rabbits #rabbitsofinstagram #bunny #bunnies #bunniesofinstagram #adoptdontshop #dontshopadopt #adopt #makeminechocolate #notjustforeaster #stuffedbunnymovement #petsarenotgifts https://www.instagram.com/p/CMdS-YjlxYt/?igshid=11q2vp94u4oy2

wow! today is apparently easter! what a great opportunity to reiterate that jasper is almost definitely an easter rabbit who was dumped. he was rescued by a friend of ours in june of 2014 after he found him in his yard being attacked by his neighbor’s cat. he was just a baby, but he was old enough to look like just a small adult rabbit. there’s always a chance he escaped, but missing posters were never put up in that neighborhood and it being june means it’s more likely he was dumped. 

he is one of the sweetest rabbits i’ve ever met. he loves to sit and groom me in exchange for petting and cuddling and he will come running to people--even strangers--for affection in a way few other rabbits will. he’s genuinely the perfect rabbit. the idea of someone dumping him makes my heart hurt, especially since we have a fantastic local humane society (which is where we got cisco a year or so later). rabbits aren’t toys. they’re unique little animals with big personalities who make fantastic pets, but they aren’t something you can give as something to play with for a few months and then be discarded. 

and yes, that applies for all animals, but rabbits are just exotic enough, despite being domesticated for hundreds of years, for there to be a lot of misinformation surrounding them. people will rightfully get mad if you treat a dog or a cat like a toy. rabbits typically aren’t held to the same care standards. especially around easter. 

i love you very much, jasper. i’m sorry someone else didn’t. 

Been too busy to post lately so here's a few from my camera roll in honor of easter weekend

Your weekly reminder that rabbits are not Easter gifts. Don't buy one on impulse! #psa #animalwelfare #easter #easterbunny #bunny #rabbit #pets #adoptdontshop #makeminechocolate

The Queen of #donateaphoto Beatrix Jolene #makeminechocolate #adoptdontshop #reverenceforlife #houserabbit #brighteyessanctuary

My dear Carrot and #hatsunemiku would like to remind everyone to #makeminechocolate this coming #easter #ahutchisnotenough (at IRS)

#easter #bunny #rabbit #makeminechocolate https://www.instagram.com/p/B-TCuh5DJdF/?igshid=1703k02gm9quj

The buns and I really hope you guys have been sharing and spreading our Easter education/Make Mine Chocolate posters www.bijouswhimsy.blogspot.com #Easter #houserabbits #makingtheworldabetterplace #makeminechocolate https://www.instagram.com/p/BDQwrnnmmpe/?igshid=1aqxtg0m3d8pv

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make mine chocolate #chocolatesauce #hotfudge #makeminechocolate #womensday #vintage #midcentury #ephemera #vintageimage #vintageadvertising #vintagead #advertisingart #vintagemagazine #magazine #backissue #magazinecover #morning #goodmorning #morningtime (at Ridley Park, Pennsylvania) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0YNJGYneZ0/?igshid=1v9ixznh9k2ia

Wait wait it was #internationalmermaidday today??? 😂😂 Where was I! Since I posted my merbunny skirt yesterday, here's one of the rabbits from the rescue I volunteer at! Diva Jasmine, the real Merbunny! (She's since been adopted!) Remember this Easter, don't buy real animals as presents! If you want a bunny go to a rescue, and do your research! Otherwise #makeyourschocolate instead! ٩(๑òωó๑)۶💗 ~~~~~ #kawaii #rescuebunnies #rescueanimals #rescuebunny #leapsandboundsrabbitrescue #makeminechocolate #mermaid #merbunny https://www.instagram.com/p/BvnmTCLFAJi/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=113ml0ja3inkp

Rabbits are the third most popular pet in North America. They're also the third most abandoned pet. Shelters and rescues are always overflowing with rabbits, mostly because owners are not educated about their care and they give up when they realize rabbits are not the easy pet they are made out to be. With Easter fast approaching, many rabbits will be abandoned in the months following because of impulse pet store purchases. Live animals do not make good gifts, and a rabbit is for life, not just for Easter. Remind your friends, family, and random strangers to always adopt, and never shop. The saying "Don't shop! Adopt!" goes for all animals...not just dogs and cats. This Easter, give a stuffed animal bunny or chocolate instead. 🐇 #adoptdontshop #dontshopadopt #makeminechocolate #stuffedbunnymovement #notjustforeaster @makeminechocolate https://www.instagram.com/p/CcSvkB3u3Lf/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=