Your generosity makes a big difference to us
McMuffin came to House Rabbit Society in January 2023, transferred from a local shelter that couldn’t provide the specialized care she needed. She and her siblings, McGriddle and Croissan’wich, were all born with megacolon, an inherited condition that causes the nerve endings in a rabbit's intestinal tract not to function properly. It’s a serious diagnosis, but with medication, a special diet, and regular veterinary care, it can be managed. Their cases were among the most severe our staff veterinarian, Dr. Austin, had ever seen.
Sadly, McMuffin’s siblings have since passed away, but she has continued to receive loving care at HRS. After spending many months on site so we could closely monitor her health, McMuffin is now thriving in a foster home.
Her foster shares, “McMuffin has been adjusting to having her own space. She was territorial in the beginning, but has calmed down a bit, as I think she's getting used to me. When she first arrived she was charging, boxing and didn't want to be handled. In the beginning it was challenging giving her her medications, but I've learned to ‘warm her up’ by talking to her, coming in quietly and giving her pets and letting her get comfy. Then I put the syringes in front of her and let her know she can have them in her own time. When she's very calm, then I give it to her. This has worked really well, so I think she's getting used to taking her meds without giving a fuss. … She has a lot of potential, and I know she'll open up over time, so I'm looking forward to getting to know her more and giving her quality time so she can open up.”
Thank you for allowing us to provide McMuffin with the medical care she needs.
Russet Potato arrived at House Rabbit Society in early 2023 and is one of our longest residents. She’s often misunderstood because of her gruff exterior, but beneath that tough girl act is a sweet, spirited rabbit still learning that people can be trusted.
After spending time in several foster homes, she’s discovered that humans can mean treats, toys, and fun. Russet enjoys playing with her toys, especially throwing her plastic cup, and digging her blankets. She's very active and would do well with a lot of enrichment and time to explore.
We know the right home for Russet is out there. She needs a patient, rabbit-savvy adopter who understands rabbit body language and can give her gentle, positive reinforcement.
She may grunt or nip when she’s startled or meeting new people, but with time, space, and kindness, we know she will blossom into the affectionate rabbit she’s meant to be. Until then, thanks to your generosity, Russet has a safe place to call home for as long as it takes for her to be adopted.
Alt+Tab is one of the most joyful rabbits you will ever meet. He’s very eager to meet anyone who stops by his pen. He has an unknown neurological condition that causes him to circle when he’s excited and sometimes will topple over. He doesn’t let any of it dampen his spirit though!
Alt+Tab came to us at the beginning of the year from a local shelter after being surrendered by his owner. He spent years in a small cage and was fed an inappropriate diet of bread and fruit. The shelter wasn’t equipped to provide the extensive medical care he needed, but here at House Rabbit Society, our veterinary team specializes in exactly these kinds of complex cases. When Alt + Tab arrived, we discovered a laundry list of health issues, including an inoperable lung abscess, severe dental disease, and a mass on his side.
Each of Alt+Tab’s medical concerns required careful evaluation for a safe path forward. Recently, he was neutered by our medical team at our in-house surgery suite, and had the mass removed from his side. Now, he’s been cleared for adoption through our Golden Ears program, which places special-needs rabbits into loving homes. Golden Ears adopters receive complimentary routine veterinary care with our staff veterinarian, as well as free annual RHDV2 vaccinations, lab work, and medications through HRS.
While we don’t know what Alt+Tab’s long-term prognosis will be, our priority right now is keeping him as comfortable and happy as possible in whatever time he has left. He was certainly dealt a rough hand in life, but with your support, Golden Ears rabbits like Alt+Tab are given the second chance they need and deserve at a better life!
While much of our lifesaving work happens at our facility in Richmond, California, our impact reaches far beyond the Bay Area. Your support not only powers adoption and low-cost medical programs, but it also fuels education and advocacy around the world. From training for veterinary professionals to free internationally attended Zoom classes and multilingual care resources, House Rabbit Society is working every day to create a safer, more compassionate world for rabbits, thanks to kind and generous supporters like you.
From everyone at HRS, thank you for helping these rabbits, and so many others! With your help, we can do even more! Please donate today if you're able. Help us make a lasting difference for rabbits in need. Every gift, no matter the size, helps build a brighter future for our rabbit friends.
