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Lewis

Adult
Male
Medium

rabbit
New Zealand

About Lewis

San Diego, CA

Species & Breed

rabbit

New Zealand

Physical Traits

Adult

Male

Medium

Behavior

Personality

Active Outgoing, Friendly, Shy, Likes Being Pet, Slow to Trust

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Vaccinated:

Yes

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Lewis's Story

Pellets: 1/4 cup Oxbow Essentials Adult Rabbit Food (AM) Hay: Unlimited mixed hay (all day) Salad: 1x a day 1 cup spring mix, parsley, cilantro, romaine lettuce Meet Lewis, our adorable little rabbit who just hopped in on October 14, 2024! This sweet guy with beautiful ruby-red eyes was found as a stray and spent some time at a local shelter since August. When he first arrived, he was a bit dirty and had some ear mites, but he's feeling much better now! Lewis can be a bit shy and takes his time warming up to people. He's super curious but tends to dart away when you reach for him. Once he knows he's safe, though, he loves being wrapped up in a cozy burrito and will happily chill on your lap for hours! He's looking for a calm home where he can take his time to build trust. If you've got a gentle touch and some patience, Lewis could be your perfect little buddy. Give him a chance, and you'll be rewarded with lots of love! Neutered 9/5/24 Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV) is a highly contagious and deadly disease that affects both wild and domestic rabbits. The virus is causing deaths in rabbits and hares native to North America and is spreading rapidly. In addition to detection of RHDV2 in wild cottontail rabbits and jackrabbits, RHDV2 has been confirmed in domestic rabbits on 50 premises, including a detection in a feral domestic rabbit. Please make sure to vaccinate your rabbits every year. For more information, please visit our website at: https://sandiegorabbits.org/education/rhdv

Pellets: 1/4 cup Oxbow Essentials Adult Rabbit Food (AM)
Hay: Unlimited mixed hay (all day)
Salad: 1x a day 1 cup spring mix, parsley, cilantro, romaine lettuce

Meet Lewis, our adorable little rabbit who just hopped in on October 14, 2024! This sweet guy with beautiful ruby-red eyes was found as a stray and spent some time at a local shelter since August. When he first arrived, he was a bit dirty and had some ear mites, but he's feeling much better now! Lewis can be a bit shy and takes his time warming up to people. He's super curious but tends to dart away when you reach for him. Once he knows he's safe, though, he loves being wrapped up in a cozy burrito and will happily chill on your lap for hours! He's looking for a calm home where he can take his time to build trust. If you've got a gentle touch and some patience, Lewis could be your perfect little buddy. Give him a chance, and you'll be rewarded with lots of love!

Neutered 9/5/24

Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV) is a highly con

How To Adopt

Lewis was listed as Adoptable by San Diego House Rabbit Society

How can I adopt Lewis?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with San Diego House Rabbit Society. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.

When can I meet Lewis?

If you've submitted an inquiry, San Diego House Rabbit Society will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Lewis, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to San Diego House Rabbit Society, and they'll be happy to help!

San Diego House Rabbit Society's Adoption Policy

Potential adopters must be screened in advance of adopting in order to best match them with rabbits who are appropriate for their home and family. Due to challenges brought on by COVID-19 and RHDV2, adoptions are by appointment only and virtual. SDHRS does not adopt to children. An adult or parent (21 or older) must contact us to complete the screening process, and an adult must be the primary caretaker of the rabbit. If a teenager is making the initial contact that is fine, but we will still require the parents to contact us and participate in the screening process. We require our adopted rabbits to be housed inside as indoor family companions. Please complete our online Adopter Application and an SDHRS representative will contact you via email with the next steps. ** When seeking a companion for your current rabbit, your rabbit must already be spayed or neutered and vaccinated for at least 14 days. Being spayed or neutered is necessary to be able to bond the rabbits without severe fighting due to hormonal issues. If you need recommendations for a rabbit vet, or a lower cost spay/neuter option, please let us know. We are happy to give you information on lower cost options in San Diego County. Please understand that we are fostering homeless and previously unwanted rabbits. The majority of our rabbits come from shelters when there was no more room, or the rabbit had a behavioral or health problem and was going to be euthanized if not taken in by a rescue. We are truly their last hope. The adoption process may seem a bit time-consuming but we are making every effort to ensure our rabbits are adopted into the "right" home for them and that you, and the rabbit, are happy with this adoption. All we ask is that you take your time to make an informed adoption decision, and that once you adopt you love and care for your new rabbit companion in a manner that will support their life expectancy of 8 to 12 years. Thank you for understanding our level of commitment to our foster rabbits. If you are thinking about getting a rabbit for your younger children, this often is NOT a good choice as proper rabbit care is too complicated for most children to manage. Contrary to many people's understanding, rabbits are NOT easy, inexpensive pets. Guinea pigs and rats, however, make much better pets for younger children and are much easier for them to manage - with your help. For information on adoptable guinea pigs and rats, please visit Wee Companions Small Animal Rescue at https://weecompanions.org/. Are you visiting our website in order to adopt a rabbit, but you are NOT located in Southern California? If so, please visit the National HRS website at www.rabbit.org to find an HRS Chapter or independent rabbit rescue near you.

Our Mission

Visit our website at www.sandiegorabbits.org to view news and events, and great rabbit care information. Our Mission is to rescue abandoned domestic rabbits within our community and find them new homes, support our local shelters in the care of their rabbits, and educate the community on the proper and responsible car...