Welcome to Clement Rabbit Rescue

Whether you are considering adoption or supporting our sanctuary residents, discover the primary ways you can support ethical rabbit welfare across the UK.

Adoption

Looking to adopt rabbits? Giving them the life they deserve. Do you have the space, time, resources and commitment to meet their needs? Explore the adoption requirements and take the first step towards offering a forever home.

Permanent sanctuary

Certain rabbits with complex medical conditions or severe trauma remain permanently in our specialised care. Meet our beloved sanctuary residents.

Surrender Request

Are you looking to surrender your rabbit? As a small, independently run rescue, spaces are extremely limited and our waiting list is often lengthy. If you’re no longer able to care for your rabbit, please complete our surrender form to join the waiting list. Please understand that submitting a form does not guarantee a space or immediate intake.

Critical donations

From lifesaving veterinary treatment and neutering to hay, daily essentials and safe, spacious housing, every donation helps me provide the care, rehabilitation and security that every rabbit deserves.

What does 'welfare first' mean?

Every rabbit receives the veterinary care they need, including complex treatments and surgeries where ethically appropriate and in their best interests. All rabbits are neutered and vaccinated before rehoming.

I strictly follow RWAF welfare guidelines, rehoming only to environments that provide adequate space, appropriate diet and the companionship of other rabbits.

Their welfare will always come before convenience, cost or finding them a home quickly.

How much space do rabbits really need?

A minimum of 10ft x 6ft (3m x 2m) of permanently accessible space for a bonded pair of rabbits, with enough height for them to stand fully upright.

This space must be available 24 hours a day, not just during supervised exercise. I recommend secure sheds, aviaries or dedicated indoor spaces rather than traditional hutches.

Rabbits need room to run, jump, binky, forage and express their natural behaviours. Meeting the minimum requirements is a starting point, not a luxury.

What ongoing time commitment is expected?

Rabbits require daily care and attention throughout their lives, which can span 10–12 years or more. This includes providing fresh hay, food and water, cleaning their living environment, monitoring their health and behaviour, and providing enrichment.

As prey animals, rabbits often hide signs of illness, so daily health checks are essential. Owners must also be prepared for routine veterinary appointments, vaccinations and unexpected medical emergencies.

Rabbits are not low-maintenance pets. They require consistent care, time and commitment every single day.

What are the financial costs of owning rabbits?

Rabbits are far more expensive to care for than many people realise. Alongside the initial cost of suitable housing, owners must budget for ongoing expenses such as quality hay, fresh vegetables, pellets, bedding, enrichment and annual vaccinations.

Veterinary treatment can be particularly expensive, with dental problems, gastrointestinal stasis and other emergencies potentially costing hundreds or even thousands of pounds.

We strongly recommend comprehensive rabbit insurance to help cover unexpected veterinary bills. Owners should also have savings available, as insurance may not cover every treatment or expense.

Rabbits are a significant financial commitment, and being able to afford their ongoing care is an essential part of responsible ownership.

Do rabbits need to live in pairs?

Absolutely. Rabbits are highly social animals and should live with at least one compatible, bonded rabbit. Companionship is a fundamental welfare need, just as important to rabbits as food and water.

Human interaction, however loving, cannot replace the companionship of their own species. Rabbits naturally groom one another, sleep together, communicate and provide each other with comfort and security.

At Clement Rabbit Rescue, I do not rehome rabbits to live alone. All rabbits must have a suitable companion or be adopted with the intention of bonding them with an existing rabbit.

Companionship is not a luxury. It is a necessity.

Over 400 rabbits rescued and rehabilitated

Clement Rabbit Rescue is entirely self-funded and supported by donations. Every vet bill, every bag of hay, every rabbit that needs somewhere safe to go comes at a cost.