The DSPCA are appealing for the owners of a stray rabbit to come forward.
The Giant Flemish Rabbit, known as Meabh, was brought to the animal charity last week. The rabbit is thriving in the centre and is likely a pet animal due to her friendly interactions with staff.
Gillian Bird from the DSPCA said that the rabbit will be rehomed if the owner is not found after a certain timeframe. She said that the Giant Flemish Rabbit is more common in Ireland than people think, as the charity helped rescue a large number of the rabbit breed last year following evidence of cruelty.
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Gillian told Dublin Live: "These are very big rabbits, they are a speciality really. They make fantastic pets but people should be aware that these are big - they're not the sort of rabbit you're just going to put in a hutch at the bottom of the garden."
Meabh is currently on the charity's Lost and Found page online. She has been microchipped since arriving at the shelter.
The DSPCA has a large amount of surprising animals on site, including ferrets, rats, pigs and snakes. The charity also deals with wildlife cases on occasion.
The charity is reinforcing its Adopt Don't Shop campaign due to increased numbers at their centre. People are encouraged to visit rescue centres when considering a new pet rather than buying online.
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