We’re Here to Help
Triangle Rabbits offers free advice and support for a variety of rabbit-related needs and concerns. Whether you're dealing with challenging behaviors, need bonding support, or are looking for information on veterinary care or rehoming, we're here to help.
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Triangle Rabbits is a foster based rescue with very limited space. Each year we receive over 300 requests for surrender and, as a small rescue organization, we are unable to take all the rabbits in need. We encourage people to try and find a home for their rabbit themselves.
Rehoming resources
For additional re-homing resources you can try:Depending on your county, the local shelter may be able to help you if you need to place your rabbit immediately.
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Local animal shelters have information posted on their websites about their procedures for reporting a found pet. Please contact your local shelter and follow their instructions for reporting the rabbit to make sure no one is looking for them.
In addition to notifying the local shelter(s):
Put up signs near where you found the rabbit that describes them and lists your phone number or email address.
Notify nearby veterinarians and bring them a flyer or photo to see if they recognize the rabbit as one of their patients.
Check out local lost and found postings on local websites.
Take the rabbit to the closest veterinarian or animal shelter and have them scanned for a microchip. Veterinarians provide this service for free. If they have a microchip, you will be able to contact the owner based on the scanned information.
Tips for catching a stray domestic rabbit and rehoming found rabbits.
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It is illegal in North Carolina to keep wild rabbits or rehabilitate them without a license. Triangle Rabbits is not licensed to care for wild rabbits. Please see our Wildlife Resources for wildlife rehabilitators in your area.
If you find a wild baby bunny, the best thing you can do is put the bunny back in the general area where you found him. Mom will come back at night to find him. If the bunny is injured, please contact a wildlife rehabilitator or rabbit vet immediately.
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If you adopted a rabbit from us and need to return them please email us at adopt@trianglerabbits.org.
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Thank you for caring about rabbits who may be abused or neglected. If you have concerns, please report them to your local animal control agency or contact the North Carolina Attorney General’s Animal Welfare Hotline.
North Carolina Attorney General’s Animal Welfare Hotline:
1-855-290-6915
Triangle area:
Wake County Animal Control: 919-212-PETS (7387)
Chatham County Animal Shelter: 919-542-7203
Durham County office: 919-560-0630
Durham County after hours: 919-560-4606
Johnston County Animal Services: 919-934-8474
Orange County Animal Control: 919-942-PETS (7387)
City of Raleigh: 919-831-6311
Chapel Hill Town limits: 919-942-PETS (7387)
Carrboro Town limits: 919-883-8398
Town of Cary: 919-319-4517
Town of Holly Springs: 919-557-9111Wilmington area:
New Hanover County Animal Control: 910-798-7500
for after hours emergencies use the 911 serviceTriad area:
Guilford County Animal Control: 336-641-5990
Forsyth County Animal Control: 336-703-2490Helpful links:
North Carolina Animal Cruelty Laws
Wake County SPCA Citizen Advocate Center
How to Report Cruelty in Orange County
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It is important for your rabbit's health to find a good veterinarian. In veterinary medicine rabbits are considered exotic animals, and they often require a different veterinarian than dogs or cats. You will find contact information here to assist you. Remember it is always a good idea to talk with a potential veterinarian about their experience with rabbits and find someone with whom you feel comfortable.
If you believe your rabbit is sick, consult a qualified veterinarian as soon as possible.
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Unfortunately, there are very few low cost options for rabbit spay and neuter surgery. Reduced cost programs often have long wait times, sometimes several weeks to months, due to limited space on surgery schedules.
List of low spay/neuter options
At this time there are no RHDV2 vaccine clinics available on our area. Please see our RHDV2 page for more resources.
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Trying to bond rabbits can be a challenging and sometimes frustrating process. At times rabbits may show unwanted behaviors like biting, digging, peeing outside the litter box, or even fighting with their rabbit companion.
Our experienced volunteers are here to help you understand what’s going on and guide you through steps to improve behavior and build better bonds. Email us at educators@trianglerabbits.org.
You can also find helpful resources on our Care page.
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Thank you for considering us for your donation! The funds we raise are used in our community for rabbit care, medical expenses, and humane education. Monetary donations can be made through our website form or by mailing a check to:
Triangle Rabbits
501 W Williams St #1727
Apex, NC, 27502 -
Thank you for considering us for your donation! We are always in need of supplies. We have wish lists with several retailers. Our most needed supplies are:
x-pens (36” or taller)
medium to large pet carriers
timothy hay for rabbits in foster
paper towels
towels and fleece blankets
Supplies can be shipped to:
Triangle Rabbits
501 W Williams St #1727
Apex, NC, 27502If you would like to donated used supplies or drop supplies off at our Outreach Center please contact us at info@trianglerabbits.org.
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The Triangle Rabbits Hop Shop offers a wide variety of pelleted food, hay, litter, treats and enrichment. We are open Saturdays from 11 am to 2 pm and are located in eastern Wake County. Shipping is also available on most products. Learn more and start shopping!
Supplies can also be purchased from major retailers like Chewy, PetsMart, Petco, and Amazon, or direct from Small Pet Select, Well Kept Rabbit, and Fun 4 Bunnies.