Meet Pixie
Pixie is a gorgeous approximately 2-year-old white Lionhead with striking blue eyes — and after spending most of her life in a cage, she is finally getting to discover what it means to really be a rabbit.
Pixie was originally purchased from a pet store and then kept in a cage for about two years before being surrendered to a shelter. She arrived with fleas and badly overgrown nails, and it’s pretty clear she simply hadn’t been given the kind of care, space, or attention a rabbit deserves.
Now that she has room to move, Pixie is making up for lost time. She loves being able to hop around, explore, zoom, and throw in happy little binkies. Watching her realize that she can actually use her space has been incredibly sweet.
She is friendly and gentle, with no biting, lunging, or aggressive behavior. She can be a little standoffish at first, which makes perfect sense considering she has never really had the opportunity to develop a close relationship with a person. We think she’ll do best with someone patient who will let that bond develop at her pace.
Pixie is also a bit of a food critic. We’re still figuring out exactly which hay and pellets meet her standards, but she is very enthusiastic about her lettuces and treats.
She is spayed, beautiful, and more than ready for the next chapter of her life — one with plenty of space, comfort, enrichment, and a person who will spoil and adore her for the rest of her days.
Pixie is being fostered in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Video calls can be arranged for potential adopters who would like to meet her from a distance, and an in-person meeting can also be arranged. Transport may be possible to Northern Virginia, Maryland, or the Washington, DC area for the right home.
To learn more about Pixie, please inquire and complete an adoption application.
INDOOR HOMES ONLY!
Our Adoption Process...
Prior to adoption, we ask that people fill out an application: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/FRMD/Rabbit
1. The adopter must be a responsible adult, who 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.
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 (at least 12 square feet of room) with rabbit safe flooring works well. All rabbits need enough space for a full size litterbox, food and water dishes, space to hop around, and a spot to hide. Rabbits in a pen need daily exercise time outside the enclosure.
4. Outdoor play time is discouraged, but if you choose to allow short outdoor play in a secure area, be aware of hazards such as predatory birds, wild animals, neighborhood pets, and insects like mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas.
5. If you are renting your home, please have written consent from your landlord before you adopt.
6. For new adopters, we conduct an interview to make sure that the rabbit will be going to a safe environment.
7. 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. Healthy rabbits need an annual wellness check and vaccination against RHDV2.
8. If you are looking to adopt a companion for your existing rabbit, your rabbit must be spayed or neutered prior to any introductions.
9. 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.
For more details and information about rabbit appropriate housing, rabbit diet, purchasing supplies, and a list of rabbit savvy veterinarians, please visit https://friendsofrabbits.org/adoption-checklist.
GIDEON
Harlequin
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Columbia, Maryland
male, small, young
Harlequin
Columbia, Maryland
