Rabbit Rescue, Control & Management

Domestic rabbits are notably underrepresented in academic research. So when we have the chance to participate in local studies, we jump!

UBC BSc graduate Silvija Grava recently published her findings from @bunnycafevancouver where she surveyed both guests and volunteers about their experiences and adoption interests.

The cafe has been an incredible resource for educating the public about rabbits and allowing for meaningful interactions that can (hopefully) translate to adoptions, though according to the study, only 2% of visitors were interested in adoption.

This survey backed what we expect in terms of bunny preferences - unique breeds, long coats, interesting colours, and social bunnies are fan favourites. Our shy and black-coated bunnies were marked as least preferred.

With that in mind, the study still showed some uplifting takeaways:

- 50% of respondents learned something new about rabbits!
- Personality and behaviour were the top indicators of respondents’ favourite rabbits (over breed or appearance)
- Every bunny, even the shyest, was marked as someone’s favourite

You can read the full study in The Journal of Shelter Medicine and Community Animal Health: shorturl.at/DakrF

If you’re currently, or interested in, studying rabbits, we’re always game. Reach out at info@rabbitats.org and let’s chat bunnies. ... See MoreSee Less