Rabbits are the third most popular companion animal. They can be litter box trained and stay indoors with the family like a dog or cat.
ESRREC adoptable rabbits will be listed here and on Petfinder. We require an adoption fee to help defray the costs of sheltering and neutering/spaying the rabbits.
Rabbits are wonderful pets who are worthy of respect. We strive to find good homes with adopters who understand the commitment and will love the rabbit as a family member. We don’t intend to cover costs with adoption fees; we do a lot of fundraising and apply for grants. We are all volunteers — no paid staff. All rabbits adopted from Eastern Shore Rabbit Rescue are spayed/neutered, in good health, litter box trained, and socialized. Starting in October 2021, we also vaccinate all rabbits for RHDV-2. We educate first time bunny adopters (habitat, proper diet, safe handling, etc.).
FAQs (please read this first!)
- This is a downloadable PDF file. If you have the software you can fill it out on your computer; you can also print it out, fill it out by hand, and scan it. Please email your application or any questions to adopt@esrrec.org. We will also accept applications via regular mail, but delays are unpredictable these days!
- You can also bring the completed application to your appointment, but sending in advance is helpful.
- Please keep in mind that ESRREC is 100% volunteer and we appreciate your patience about getting a response.
Adoption Contract – beginning January 2020, contracts are signed digitally through ShelterLuv. For a list of the contract terms and conditions please download this sample.
As of January 2023, all of ESRREC’s rabbits are being fostered. The shelter on Main Street in Rock Hall has closed. Adoptable rabbits are available for meetings depending on the foster family’s schedule. We will hold meet-and-greets at pet stores in the region, as well as our Outreach Building in Rock Hall Village. Please contact us at adopt@esrrec.org to make an appointment.
NOTE: Thank you to the House Rabbit Society for letting us utilize their forms!
Below are the listings of ESRREC’s adoptable rabbits from Petfinder. (note: we try to maintain our Petfinder listings, but because we are a volunteer organization, there is a lag time.) Some of our rabbits also have videos courtesy of WMDT’s “Pets on the Plaza.”
Aspen & Sequoia
Aspen, who is white with gray spots, is bonded to her sister Sequoia, who is a mahogany beauty. Both girls are big breeds weighing around 8 lbs so they need a home where they have enough space to explore and stretch out. View full description »
Cali
Cali was born on New Year's Day 2024 and as a Californian breed, is already a big bunny! But she is still a young bun and needs lots of love and attention. View full description »
Clyde
Clyde is an small, energetic bunny who likes to run around and explore, but he will also settle down in your lap for a cuddle. He craves love and attention. View full description »
Dorian and Suriel
Dorian and Suriel were born February 22 at the PG County shelter, and have been in the care of an ESRREC foster since the following day! These 6 month olds are a bonded pair living in Pasadena, MD. They are neutered, vaccinated and litter box trained. View full description »
Gale and Paulette
Gale is a black and white classic rabbit of the English Spot variety. A stately rabbit, she keeps a tidy cage and enjoys snuggling with her bond mate. They can both be timid in new environments, but still will take treats from your hand and once they warm up, Gale is a sweet girl looking for a family. Bonded with Paulette. View full description »
Hans and Heidi
Hans is a small Dutch rabbit (4 lbs) bonded with a large English Lop (10 lbs). They are opposites in other ways too; Hans is spicy and Heidi is sweet. This odd couple requires a large enclosure not a cage. In addition we are seeking a very experienced rabbit owner because Hans is territorial. They will do best in a house with no young kids. View full description »
Heidi and Hans
Heidi is an English Lop (10 lbs) bonded to Hans a small Dutch rabbit (4 lbs). They are opposites in other ways too; Hans is spicy and Heidi is sweet. This odd couple requires a large enclosure not a cage. In addition we are seeking a very experienced rabbit owner because Hans is territorial. They will do best in a house with no young kids. View full description »
Katniss and Prim
Katniss is a chestnut beauty. She used to live outdoors with the other stray rabbits in her family but now she is getting used to the good life. Katniss takes time to open up to people but she dotes on her little sister Prim. View full description »
Paulette and Gale
Paulette is the cream in your coffee, both in color and personality. She is sweet and trusting, though she and her bondmate are timid in new environments until they have a chance to relax. You can often find her cuddled up to Gale and finding the perfect bit of hay to munch on. Bonded with Gale. View full description »
Prim and Katniss
Prim is a dainty white and black girl who needs to be with her sister Katniss to feel safe in the world. She is starting to come out of her shell. She loves to play with toys. View full description »
Sequoia & Aspen
Sequoia is a mahogany beauty and is bonded to her sister Aspen, who is white with gray spots. Both girls are big breeds weighing around 8 lbs so they need a home where they have enough space to explore and stretch out. View full description »
Suriel and Dorian
Suriel and Dorian were born February 22 at the PG County shelter, and have been in the care of an ESRREC foster since the following day! These 6 month olds are a bonded pair living in Pasadena, MD. They are neutered, vaccinated and litter box trained. View full description »
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