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The Rabbit-Friendly Vet Directory
A reminder that we have a published rabbit-friendly vet directory on our website, which is free for you to use. Vets are assessed thoroughly, and

Perceptions of the Rabbit
Although initiatives to improve companion rabbit welfare have been made in recent times, through e.g. the availability of evidence-based husbandry guidelines, the traditional view of

Tips for Keeping Cool
With the heat wave continuing, please remember any outdoor rabbits. Here is some advice from Richard Saunders BSc(Hons) BVSc MSB CBiol DZooMed (Mammalian) MRCVSRCVS Specialist

CAMPAIGN UPDATE – Summer 2023
Welcome to another Campaign Update, keeping you informed of our constant fight to make things better for bunnies. Capone Campaign – Annual Report 2022 This

Scared of the Dark
The use of a live rabbit on the ‘Scared of the Dark’ tv programme was inappropriate as it is detrimental to the rabbit’s welfare. Rabbits

ACV in water
Apple Cider vinegar is a vinegar made from fermented apple juice. Bacteria and yeasts in the apples produce alcohol from sugars, which is then converted

Channel 4’s response is not acceptable, is it?
Next step, complain to Ofcom: https://www.ofcom.org.uk/complaints This is our complaint to Ofcom: We have already raised a complaint with Channel 4, and had a response

Last night’s Scared of the Dark involved a live rabbit.
https://www.channel4.com/programmes/scared-of-the-dark From 13 minutes.Danny Dyer said it himself, “poor little Thumper” If you would like to complain about this programme you can do it here:https://www.channel4.com/4viewers/contact-us

Artificial Grass
Here at the RWAF we are often asked about the safety or other wise of various plants in the garden. However, one garden item I

Why rabbit breeding regulations need to change
There is currently a severe lack of legislation for rabbit breeding, and the Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund intends to change that The UK’s leading