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My name is
Ernie!

Posted 1 year ago | Updated 10 hours ago

Adoption process
1

Interview

2

Home Check

3

Meet the Pet

Adoption fee: $100

This helps Space Coast Bunnies with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
English Spot
Color
White
Age
1 year 10 months old, Adult
Size
Sex
Male
Pet ID
ps_1643938-1867277
Hair Length
short

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Ernieis a sweet and timid boy who was who born in a foster home in June 2022. We rescued his mom along with a few other buns about a week before he and his siblings were born. He is shy and and would really love to have a bunny friend!  Ernie will need a mellow home. He is neutered and is a great candidate for bonding! Message us to meet our darling Ernie.
 



First time rabbit adopter? We can send you information about housing and care. You should also know:



 



- Bonding bunnies - both buns must be fixed or there will be territory issues and aggression. Read more on the House Rabbit Society website. Or contact us about low cost spay/neuter.



 



- Bunnies are NOT starter pets. They need (indoor) space and attention like a small dog would. They need hay, pellets and greens daily. And any health issues (not eating, etc.) require immediate attention.



 



- Bunnies are NOT a good fit for young kids. They are fragile, startle easily, usually don't like to be handled, and do not do well under stress like the general household noise that comes with little ones. Trust us, it's a lot of work you don't want to take on if you're caring for small kids. If your little one absolutely wants to meet a bunny, we can set up a visit with one of our more mellow bunnies and there's no commitment involved :)



 



- Bunnies can be somewhat skittish but they are also fun. If patient and understand that bunnies get comfortable with people on their own terms, you'll make a bunny friend. Spending time on the floor with them and offering treats is a great way to bond with them.



 



- Bunnies MUST be housed indoors. RHDV-2, a highly contagious and fatal wild rabbit disease in now in Florida and transmitted in the ground. Domestic rabbits cannot tolerate the heat. They also need to be safe from predators and parasites like ear mites. They will be much happier being a part of the family, inside.


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Rescue
Space Coast Bunnies

Contact info

Pet ID
ps_1643938-1867277
Contact
Ashley Berke
Address
Melbourne, FL 32934

Their adoption process

1.

Interview

Inquire about a pet through the site and we'll set up a call to learn about you and schedule a time for you to meet a bunny.

2.

Home Check

We require a brief video "home visit" to see your setup and confirm you're ready to bring a bunny home! We can also do this as a first step.

3.

Meet the Pet

Additional adoption info

The adoption fee is $100 to cover the cost of the spay/neuter.

Go meet their pets

We are a foster-based rescue. We do not have a shelter. Get in touch to set up a meeting to see our bunnies!

More about this rescue

Our rescue started in 2019 when an out of control breeding situation required help. We helped a homeowner get 100+ bunnies fixed and into homes. The need is so great in our county that we kept rescuing.

We adopt to indoor homes because:
- your bunny should be a part of your family! They will be happy, safe.
- Florida temperatures are too extreme for domestic rabbits.
- a hutch is not enough! Buns need space for exercise, social interaction, protection from the elements, mites, fleas, predators, and diseases.