About

Established more than 13 years ago by Caroline Greenhill, we are a small, family-run Rabbit Rescue in Eastbourne, East Sussex. We take in rabbits and rodents, and have rescued hundreds of animals, with 40 currently at the rescue. We aim to ensure that every rabbit, guinea pig and small furry friend finds a safe, loving forever home, and we do everything we can to achieve this goal.

Over the years, we have saved rabbits, guinea pigs and rodents from all kinds of situations, ranging from unwanted litters to abuse. Shortly after Boxing day some years ago, we saved 9 severely emaciated Dutch rabbits from a teenage owner who was breeding them. With their hard work and bravery, every rabbit successfully recovered and has been placed in a loving home. Often animals that arrive with us need an immediate visit to St Anne’s, our veterinary practice, who work tirelessly with us to ensure that every rescue gets the care they need. Ollie was one bunny in need of immediate treatment, so neglected that his teeth had overgrown straight through his own nose. Ollie was a real trooper, and pulled through his treatment all whilst demonstrating that spectacular loving spirit that so many rabbits share. In addition, we provide advice and support for any concerns you may have regarding rabbits, guinea pigs and other small furries, so please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are in contact with numerous other rescues, so if for any reason we cannot help with you, we will do our utmost to put you in touch with someone who can.

Our work is absolutely vital, as the mistreatment of rabbits continues with more than 35,000 passing through rescues every year, but we can’t do it alone. If you support our goal to move rabbits to happy, healthy forever homes, please check out our Support Us page to find out ways you can help. Our expenses are huge, including feeding, accommodation, bedding, veterinary care, petrol, telephone, advertising, pet carriers and enrichment to name just a fraction.

Back in 2006, the RSPCA reported that rabbits were Britain’s most mistreated pet, and recent animal welfare reports, like the 2013 PAW report, suggest that this ill-treatment continues:

• 65% of rabbits live alone, contrary to their incredibly sociable nature.
• Almost 1 in 5 of rabbits are reported to have no opportunity for exercise.
• More than a quarter of rabbits eat less than the recommended quantity of hay daily, a key part of their diet.
• 9/10 vets agree muesli style foods are inappropriate for rabbits, but 34% of rabbits still receive it as a main part of their diet.