Kiko wants a friend! Rabbit Lionhead Melbourne, FL

Kiko says hello!! This lionhead girl is 2 years old. Not spayed yet but soon (adoption fee covers it). She was a pet store purchase and had an unintended litter so her guardian asked us to find homes for the several of the buns including her. She had been living outside in a small hutch so she's adjusting to spoiled house bunny life.

Foster says She loves running around and binkying. She's still skittish around us and any sudden noises. Buy we're just giving her space until she trusts us.

Not really into petting. She'll dart around if you try to approach and may let a pet head pets. She will come up to nudge or see what we're doing. She uses her litterbox exclusively. She hides a lot so she has two cardboard houses to sleep in. Sweet but hasn't been handled much. She would do best in a quiet home. She would love to have a bunny friend. Will be fixed soon

Adoption fee: $85 to cover her spay.

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About bunnies:
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.