Creating better tomorrows for companion rabbits
The UK’s largest organisation for rabbit lovers!
Despite being one of the most popular pets, rabbits are amongst the most neglected, with a vast proportion living out their days confined to a hutch, alone and unable to display the behaviours they would show in the wild.
We aim to improve domestic rabbits’ health and welfare through campaigning, education and the most up-to-date advice. If you are a rabbit owner or thinking of becoming one, there is a huge amount of information on these pages.
Why not get involved?
Be part of something bigger that’s making a difference nationwide.
You can start your membership here.
Our latest campaigns
Here at the Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund, we’ve been instrumental in changing perceptions about rabbits as pets.
Our work has helped more people understand that rabbits have complicated needs. They aren’t cheap, easy children’s pets that can be locked in a small hutch at the bottom of the garden. There’s still a long way to go, so we’ll keep making our voice heard to help domestic rabbits live the fulfilling lives they deserve.
Help us today!
Please donate £2 a month to help more rabbits live happy, contented lives.
Proud members of Eurogroup for Animals
How to report a vaccine failure
Unfortunately, we have had reports from owners about vaccinated rabbits dying from what PCR testing then confirms as RVHD2. As yet, it still isn’t possible
RSPCA add support to the Don’t Bug Bunnies Campaign
The RSPCA supports the “Don’t Bug Bunnies” campaign, highlighting the need to protect rabbits from stress during ‘pat-a-pet’ sessions. Dr. Samantha Gaines emphasises that while public engagement with animals is positive, handling them in noisy environments can be harmful. The campaign advocates observing rabbits from a distance for their welfare.
Papillomavirus on Cottontails in the USA
There has been a lot of interest this week, and we have had several media enquiries following articles like this showing the Papillomavirus on Cottontails
A Hutch Is Not Enough
At the Rabbit Welfare and Fund, we’re determined to make life better for rabbits. Our message, A Hutch Is Not Enough sums up that popping a lone rabbit in a small hutch at the bottom of the garden doesn’t really make the grade for kind, thoughtful and healthy welfare.
Breeding Amnesty
The UK is experiencing the worst rabbit rescue crisis ever. Rescue centres are struggling to cope with the amount of rabbits currently being abandoned, mistreated or surrendered.
