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Rabbit Adoption Questionnaire

Thank you for your interest in adopting a homeless rabbit! The Indiana House Rabbit Society is all-volunteer, member-supported non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of companion rabbits.

The goal of IHRS' adoption program is to match rabbits with families to best accomodate the needs and interests of both. Please complete the following application so we can get to know you better and to begin the adoption process.

Personal Information

First Name
 Last Name
Address
City
 State
 Zip Code
Phone Number
 Email
Best time/method to contact
 Driver's License Number (or state ID)
How did you hear about Indiana House Rabbit Society?
Are you at least 18 years old?

Rabbit Information

Which rabbit do you wish to adopt?
What are your reasons for adopting a rabbit? (choose all that apply)

   If other, please specify:
What characteristics are you looking for in your new companion?
Please describe where your rabbit will spend its days, and if different, nights.
Rabbits require regular exercise. How much time do you think your rabbit will be able to exercise over the typical week?
If you plan to give your rabbit outdoor exercise, how will your rabbit be supervised/protected?
Rabbits have sensitive digestive systems, so their diet is very important to keeping them healthy. Please describe your rabbit's daily menu.

If you would like more info on rabbit diet, check here:
Are you willing and able to make accommodations for rabbit's natural tendency to chew/dig/etc?
If your rabbit's behavior is troublesome to you how long are you willing to work towards modifying any behaviors that may develop?
Rabbits can live 12 or more years. Are you committed to providing emotionally and financially for this rabbit for his/her entire life?
Do you have a current veterinarian? If so please indicate name & clinic here.
Do you know if your vet is experienced in the unique needs of rabbits?

Household Information

What type of housing do you have?
Please tell us about the people in your household.
Relationship to adopter Age, if minor Role in care of rabbit Primary care giver?
Please describe any companion animals currently in your household.
Species Age Primarily lives where? (outdoors, indoor cage) Check here if sterilized
Please list any companion animals that have lived with you in the past 5 years but do not currently.
Species Primarily lived where? Where are they now? Check here if sterilized
Does anyone in the household have animal or grass/hay allergies?

If so, describe how you plan to manage the allergies:
If you have other companion animals, how do you plan to introduce your new rabbit to the current residents?

If you would like more info on introductions, check here:

Please note that :

  • The fee paid at the point of adoption, $45 for a single rabbit and $70 for a bonded pair, is nonrefundable
  • After the adoption is completed, all expenses (including medical expenses) are solely the adopter's responsibilibty
  • Indiana House Rabbit Society may deny any application

To complete the questionnaire, please double check all your information and click the Submit button. For more information about the adoption process, please see our Adopting a Rabbit page. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (317) 767-7636 or info@indianahrs.org.

Thank you!
Indiana House Rabbit Society
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