Rescued rabbits are looking for a new home in Wales after some were found abandoned in a box last year.
At the moment, there is a high number of rabbits in RSPCA care in Wales and staff are appealing for those considering adopting rabbits to get in touch.
Crunchie, Twirl, Rolo, and Twix are currently being looked after at RSPCA Newport Animal Centre. The four rabbits were abandoned in a box in Birmingham back in October last year and have since been under RSPCA care.
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Now staff at the Newport centre are appealing for two new owners of the rabbits, so that they can go to their new homes in pairs.
The RSPCA has said that they could "happily live with sensible primary school aged children and would be able to live indoors or outdoors providing they have plenty of room to hop, play and run around."
Bunnies Harry, Alba, Ferdinand, and Dale are also looking for new homes. They all came into RSPCA care via the RSPCA inspectorate as their welfare needs were not being met.
The "playful" rabbits are said to have settled in well at the centre and have been growing in confidence.
Centre manager Nikki Tutton said: “We have some adorable bunnies with us at the moment, and we are hoping they’ll soon be heading to their forever homes.
“Please get in touch if you are interested in any of them, or get in touch via an online application form. We can’t wait to hear from you."
At RSPCA Bryn Y Maen Animal Centre - based at Upper Colwyn Bay - staff are appealing for homes for a number of rabbits, including Kiri and Peter, who have developed a bond with each other.
Centre manager Vicky Williams added: “Kiri and Peter are often seen flopped over next to each other or grooming each other, which is really sweet to see.
“Since being in our care, Kiri has grown in confidence and is such a curious girl who loves to be the centre of attention.”
The pair are said to be able to live with older primary school age children and would benefit from being provided with a large indoor or outdoor area.
Dr Jane Tyson, RSPCA rabbit welfare expert, said: “Sadly, when rabbits are bought on impulse, an owner may not realise how complex they are to care for and what a commitment caring for rabbits can be.
“For anyone who has done their research and is certain they can provide the time, space, money and care it takes to look after a pair of rabbits then please consider adopting rescue rabbits instead.”
To search for pets up for adoption, visit the RSPCA's Find A Pet website.
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