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My name is Melba & Mel!

Posted over 3 years ago | Updated over 10 months ago

My basic info

Breed
Cinnamon
Color
Orange/White
Age
Adult
Size
Standard (when grown)
Sex
Female
Pet ID
Hair Length
short

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Melba and Mel are two of several rabbits I rescued from a residential neighborhood in Claremont. An irresponsible rabbit owners released their two rabbits into the neighborhood. Of course they mated, had babies and now innocent rabbits are roaming the streets. Some caring neighbors contacted me to come out (an hour away) and rescue the loose rabbits.

Melba is the orange mom with the adorable white button nose. She has an estimated date of birth of April 2021. She will beg for treats and pets by standing up on her back legs whole stretching out her head and paws to get your attention! So cute!

Her baby boy is Mel and the only survivor as the other baby bunnies didn't make it fending for themselves outside against predators and such. His estimated date of birth is September 1, 2021.

One photo is of mom Melba and Mel as a baby.

The bunnies should start out living in an exercise pen (x-pen) otherwise known as a puppy pen. They can have that as their home base or transition to a room or a section of a room or free roaming. A cage/hutch is not recommended unless the door is always open and an x-pen can be placed around it. Wire grid bottoms on cages/hutches and pull-out trays are not recommended. Towers, castles and tunnels are a preferred alternative to a cage/hutch. Please ask before you purchase supplies.

Please be over 21 if inquiring about a rabbit.

They can be seen by appointment in Lake Elsinore after a questionnaire is completed or a phone consultation conducted. On adoption day, plan to spend approximately one hour at the rescue going over paperwork and general rabbit care information. Delivery is available up to 100 miles from Lake Elsinore.

BENEFITS OF ADOPTION FROM KRIBS FOR KRITTERS RABBIT RESCUE:

* Lifetime free nail trims and scent gland cleaning
* Unparalleled rabbit education before you adopt
* Ongoing support after you adopt
* Starter hay and toys
* Reasonably priced boarding when you're on vacation

Don't have the items you need to welcome a bunny to your home? No problem, I have low cost x-pen enclosures, litter boxes, bunny litter, hay, food pellets and toys to make new bunny ownership easier for you. Your local big chain pet store is probably NOT the best place to buy rabbit supplies!

Or, if you prefer to get your bunny supplies ahead of time, PLEASE consult with me before you purchase them as I can direct you to the least expensive and most appropriate rabbit essentials. Your local feed store, Tractor Supply and sometimes online retailers are a MUCH better option than a pet store.

PLEASE WATCH TOP 10 MISTAKES RABBIT OWNERS MAKE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6IlJTgsQrU

PLEASE WATCH TOP 10 REASONS NOT TO GET A BUNNY!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaoHFamRXYg

THE BIGGEST MISTAKES YOU CAN MAKE AS A RABBIT OWNER: https://www.thedodo.com/things-to-know-getting-rabbit-1340963451.html

A HUTCH IS NOT ENOUGH! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vvlb-prX4I

Kribs for Kritters Rabbit Rescue & Sanctuary

Find Kribs for Kritters on: https://www.facebook.com/kribsforkrittersofficial/

https://www.instagram.com/kribs_for_kritters/

www.kribsforkritters.com

Our founder is a ONE PERSON, uncompensated volunteer, grass roots, boots-on-the-ground rescuer who rescues domestic rabbits that have been cruelly abandoned at parks, golf courses, schools, fitness trails, and other outdoor locations.
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Jude Ferguson
Website
Address
lake elsinore, CA 92532

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

We do have a phone screening process or printed questionnaire for potential adopters to fill out. We have an adoption contract and a reasonable donation fee for the adoption to help cover the cost of spay/neuter, vet check, etc.

Go meet their pets

Come find your new furry friend in Lake Elsinore at our private shelter by appointment or in Orange County or Los Angeles County at one of our foster homes. Rabbits can be transported to you in the greater Southern California region (including LA County, Orange County, San Diego County, Inland Empire, Ventura County).

More about this rescue

Kribs for Kritters primary focus is rescuing domestic rabbits that have been abandoned at parks, schools, golf courses, fitness trails and any other outdoor location. Kribs for Kritters also assists Golden View Farm Rabbit Rescue in their heroic efforts.

All rabbits are spayed/neutered prior to adoption.

We are both a rescue and a shelter. We have over 100 rabbits in our care. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, just ask. It is likely we have a bunny to suit your needs. New bunnies are being rescued every week. We don’t always have time/resources to post every bunny that crosses our path.

We have an exceptionally high success rate of bunny bonding on the very first date. So, if you’re looking for a mate for your existing bunny, give us a try.

Our operating costs are at least $1,000 per month so donations are always appreciated. Donations can be made to PayPal.me/kribsforkritters.

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