While our ability at NJHRS to take in rabbits is very limited, the calls to surrender rabbits have not stopped. In light of that, we have created an information packet and have a link on this site on how to place a rabbit. For tips on finding a home for your rabbit, click here.

Additionally, we have added a page to our website where we place non-NJHRS rabbits who need homes--whether from private homes, from a Good Samaritan who found a stray or from shelters who do not normally deal with rabbits. We strongly encourage you to adopt from them. They are listed here.

Is a Rabbit Right for You?
Rabbits make wonderful indoor companions! They can be litterbox trained, can coexist happily with non-aggressive cats & dogs, and can live 10 years or longer. As indoor companion animals, they provide affection and lots of laughs with their silly antics and curious nature. They are more social, healthier, and happier when they are spayed or neutered. They also thrive best with daily exercise, affection and companionship.

It is important to remember that rabbits are NOT Easter pets - neither are chicks. Rabbits have a lifespan of 8 - 15 years, depending on the breed. That is a long-term commitment and one you need to be prepared for.

If you are looking for a social companion that enjoys to be part of the family, if you have the time to spend with them, are willing to work on litter-training, and are prepared for potentially costly medical expenses then a rabbit is for you.

If you think rabbits can do okay in a cage (or outside) and you only need to feed them pellets and let them out for 2 hours a day, then a rabbit is NOT for you! Rabbits require a lot more time, attention, care and out time (ideally all the time) than most people realize. Please think about this carefully before deciding to adopt. There is lots of information for you to do your research at Rabbit.org.

Lower Cost Spay/Neuter Program
A few years ago we started the first rabbit Lower Cost Spay Neuter Program for rabbits--Spay/Neuter is for Rabbits Too! It is likely the only one in the country, certainly the only one in New Jersey and we are very proud of that. We are actively trying to recruit more participating vets to make it more accessible to those who need it. This program is available to private individuals, rescue groups and shelters. People are taking advantage of this service all the time. You can read more about it here.

Donations made to NJHRS, in addition to going to the care of our current  sanctuary rabbits (those whom for various reasons will never be adopted), are going to the aforementioned program, as well as educational materials.