Foster a bunny (or two!)
Fostering is the one of the best ways to help us save rabbits.
We are very selective about choosing foster families and homes, and we depend on people like you to help recused bunnies settle in, get some much-needed love and attention, and have a chance to play and do binkies outside of one of the cages we’d have to keep them in at our main shelter.
We have so many amazing stories about foster bunnies blossoming in foster homes and then getting amazing forever homes when they are able to show off their true personalities.
Foster bunnies remain under our official care, so all vet costs are covered. We can also help with food expenses if needed, and we supply all the hay you need.
What We Provide:
Supplies: Special Bunny will provide you with all the necessary supplies, including food, bedding, toys, and any medical care the rabbit may require.
Support: Our team is here to support you every step of the way. We offer guidance, resources, and assistance for any questions or concerns. We have volunteers all over Seattle ready to help you if needed.
Medical Care: All rabbits in our foster program receive proper veterinary care to ensure they are healthy and ready for adoption.
Adoption Assistance: When the time comes, we will work diligently to find the perfect forever home for your foster rabbit.
Interested? Contact Angie and tell us about your home and bunny experience and we can set up a call:
Do you have rabbit experience? (not required but helpful!)
Do you currently have house rabbits? Tell us about them.
Do you have a dedicated space for foster bunnies?
Do you have any other animals? Note that we very rarely foster to homes that have dogs as permanent pets or frequent visitors. Cats are just fine!
How much space do I need to foster bunnies?
If you are interested in fostering, watch this video to see if you have the right kind of space in your home. You’ll need a 4’ X 4’ space (the size of two bath towels side by side). We can provide. everything you see in this video when you become one of our approved foster homes.
Board member Tamara made this for Seattle Animal Shelter foster families, but the information is exactly the same for our foster homes!
Foster Success Stories: Tater the ‘biting bunny’
Tater was a classroom bunny who was constantly poked, prodded and scared. His reaction was the same as anyone’s would be: he became very defensive and started biting anyone or anything that came into his cage area. He was surrendered to us with warnings and we had a sign on his cage saying that he was a biter.
Laura and her family have been fostering big bunny Louis for a long time and wanted to help foster another bunny too. They chose tiny Tater, even with all the warnings on his cage! ! And just like we hoped, Tater became a different bunny the moment he was out of a small cage and a shelter environment. Here’s the update from Laura after just one day.
Dear Angie,
Just wanted to take a moment to give you an update. Tater has been doing well and he ate, drank, and used his litter box on the first day. He is a very curious bunny and loves to explore. He is a bit skittish if we move quickly, but he really doesn't act scared otherwise. He has to checkout everything in my office and even walks on lava! We are going to have to make a few adjustments because of this. He will climb all over us when on the floor and give us bonks with his nose.
He has not been aggressive or bit us. He did nip my finger trying to figure out how to get a treat but it wasn't out of fear or aggression and didn't break the skin. He definitely does not want his ears touched but we've gotten lots of pets in.
Most of the time he relaxes in his hidey box, but there have been a few times when he has lounged outside of the box. It is just going to take some time. He has been doing binkies and hops since the first day, and I think it has to do with the space he has to roam (under supervision still).
Laura & family
Tater isn’t ‘a biter.’ Tater is a scared tiny little creature who just needed some space and kindness, and thanks to a wonderful foster family, that’s just what he’s getting. In a little while he will be available to adopt by an experienced bunny family (who know how to care for a bunny with this kind of traumatic past).
Don’t worry, you don’t have to foster ‘a biter’ to help!
Very very few of our bunnies have aggression issues. Most are just scared, withdrawn, and very sad. All they need is space, time, love, and healthy food and they turn into delightful fluffs full of energy and love….no biting included! We only place bunnies with behavior issues with fosters who opt-in and know how to help heal their little souls.
Special Bunny Foster Application
Complete this application online or you can download the PDF version and email it to angie@specialbunny.org