Did you know that Delaware is home to the Southeastern Pennsylvania-Delaware Chapter of the House Rabbit Society? The Newport shelter has 80 rabbits now, including Gina (left), says Joyce Kuhns, the group's lead educator. (The group is protective about its address because it fears people will abandon bunnies literally on its doorstep.)
Kuhns says many families who get a rabbit for their kids aren't aware the animals usually live for 10-12 years, way past the time many young caretakers are enamored with a bunnie's twitchy nose. Other surrenders come from people who move and don't realize the new apartment complex won't allow rabbits or other animals.
If you are interested in adopting a rabbit -- and realize that you'll be taking care of it long after your son or daughter has lost interest -- call 683-9009 to schedule an adoption appointment. All rabbits are spayed or neutered before adoption. Cost is $75 for one, $125 for two, or $165 fo three.
Look for a story about the rabbit society in the October issue of Delaware Pets.
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