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My name is October - special needs!

Posted 4 days ago

Adoption process
1

Interview

2

Home Check

3

Meet the Pet

Adoption fee: $125

This helps Space Coast Bunnies with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Other/Unknown
Color
Black
Age
Adult
Size
Standard (when grown)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
ps_2676385-1867277
Hair Length
short

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs

My story

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

Extra special adopter wanted!
Help us spread the word! October is our friendliest girl and is looking for the perfect forever home to help her continue her healing journey.



October was found paralyzed and we suspect she was hit by a car. But she has come so far and her tricky mobility hasn't dampened her spirit! 



You can see get mobility videos below



She LOVES attention and needs someone who can give her lots of it! She loves tossing cups and has a ball getting around in her wheelchair. October is incredibly sweet and affectionate. She loves kisses and cuddles and bonds closely with her person. She can be shy and a little nervous at first, but once she feels safe, she’s very loving. She’s quite food motivated (which helps with therapy!) and can be adorably talkative during special veggie time.



She is otherwise healthy aside from her mobility challenges. She needs someone who can provide physical therapy 2–3 times daily (we will fully teach and support you through her routine). She also needs space to safely practice rebuilding strength and a special enclosure setup to help keep her clean — we will guide you with everything.



October was immobilized when we got her on October 1st. She has improved to being able to scoot around, and can stand up if she falls to one side but not the other. She is wobbly on her feet but can stand up with some assistance. We don't know if she will improve any further but we're hoping that someone can give her more time with physical therapy and her wheelchair. 



She is not yet spayed or litter trained due to her semi paralyzed state. (We will cover the spay when she is cleared for it.) She stays on a sherpa fleece blanket and needs to stay dry. She occasionally needs to be cleaned with a damp cloth. 



We are looking for a patient, gentle home that can give her time, consistency, and encouragement. Experience with special needs rabbits is wonderful but not required — we are committed to teaching and supporting someone who is the right fit.



October deserves a safe place to continue building strength and confidence. If you’re open to giving lots of love to a resilient, cuddly little fighter, please reach out



See our adoption application bit.ly/Scbadopterapp



See our adoption application here:



bit.ly/Scbadopterapp



 



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The adoption fee helps to offset the spay/neuter cost. It's important to do to prevent cancer and improve litterbox habits. Our vets provide a very discounted rate so this is a great deal! Our buns also receive a wellness check and parasite test. 



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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

Contact info

Pet ID
ps_2676385-1867277
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.

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