It’s just a hop, skip, and jump to Nashville Bunny Rescue to find a furry friend to adopt for you or your family. These cute creatures make terrific pets for families, including those with other animals. Sadly, many of them will never find a home. They are dumped at a rescue or even worse.
Laurie Montgomery founded Nashville Bunny Rescue in July of 2001. She was volunteering at a local cat and dog rescue called Freedom Farm in Tennessee when a bunny was dropped off and needed adoption. The bunny won her heart, and Montgomery gave it a home. Since then, she has been caring for and helping bunnies. Since her commission started, Nashville Bunny Rescue has found homes for over 3,000 bunnies. They are a certified 501 (c) non-profit that allows for adoption or fostering with fosters across Middle Tennessee.
The highest rates of dumped bunnies fall right after Easter, Memorial Day weekend, and the week following July 4th. These rabbits need caring homes. The philosophy among animal shelters and rescues is “Adopt, Don’t Shop.” By adopting, you are ensuring a precious animal finds a loving home without going unnoticed and overlooked.
Rabbits make the greatest pets because they are easy to love and care for. All you need is a comfortable rug 5 by 7 feet and a 24-inch high circle pen. They are happy inside, not outside, and in a pen. They love to eat grass-hay and wet leafy greens, like spring greens and kale, or even fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, and mint.
Laurie has been busy fighting for animal rights every step of the way. Every year she and her team of animal rescuers travel to the capital on Humane Lobby Day to propose bills that help expand and endorse animal rights. They are “trying to change the laws and make things better for animals,” says Laurie. For example, they fight against cock fighting, dog fighting, animal hoarding, puppy mills, and protecting horses from misuse. One such bill passed is called the PAST Bill. This stands for “Prevent All Soring Tactics,” aimed to fight the cruelty of horses. With awareness, change can happen. Nashville Bunny Rescue has been going every year for 24 years.
Rescue doesn’t have to be a somber subject; it can also be fun. Nashville Bunny Rescue hosts Bunny Yoga classes! Be on the lookout for details via their Instagram page. Bunny Rescue can be the life of the party for birthdays, school, and church events, all the while creating awareness of adoption. The proceeds go to the spaying of bunnies. Spaying animals is a great way to ensure that the population does not become overpopulated. This non-profit provides bunny sitters for those who are going on vacation and can’t take their pet rabbit with them, although pet rabbits are wonderful traveling buddies. You can also schedule an appointment for grooming. To find out how to volunteer, adopt, or foster, check out the rescue’s Instagram page. You can also call or text Laurie directly.
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The highest rates of dumped bunnies fall right after Easter, Memorial Day weekend, and the week following July 4th. These rabbits need caring homes. The philosophy among animal shelters and rescues is “Adopt, Don’t Shop."