Meet the Y91.9 Pet of the Week with the Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes!

 

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Meet Olive

Olive is an 8-month-old rabbit who arrived at the Humane Society three months ago after being found as a stray. Rescued from a rural area by compassionate homeowners who recognized she was not a wild rabbit. Olive situation reflects a concerning trend in the abandonment of domestic rabbits.

For the past couple of months, Olive has been living in a foster home. She is a sociable rabbit who loves to Binky-a playful behavior where rabbits leap into the air, twist their bodies and kick their hind legs. Olive actively seeks out attention and enjoys the company of the older children, who read stories to her each night. She has a gentle disposition, prefers to be approached while sitting on the floor where she can climb up on your lap. Her favorite treats include lettuce, spinach, and carrots, and she enjoys playing with cups and various chew toys. Olive is also litter trained.

Rabbits are great companions, but they're often misperceived as beginner pets. Gentle and playful by nature, they typically live for 8 to 12 years. To maintain a healthy and happy rabbit, it's important to provide a balanced diet, including hay, fresh vegetables and pellets. They also require a spacious enclosure that allows for regular exercise to support their physical and mental health. As social creatures, rabbits thrive in pairs and form strong bonds with their human caregivers.

Currently, the Humane Society has 5 rabbits available for adoption, each coming with parasite prevention, sterilization surgery, and core vaccinations. It is vital to spay and neuter all pets-this includes not only dogs and cats but also small animals like rabbits. These procedures help control pet population and reduce the rates of animal abandonment.

If you're interested in giving Olive a forever home, please contact us at the Humane Society. We're committed to finding loving homes for all animals in need, not just cats and dogs. You can reach us by e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phone 705-878-4618. We are open Tuesday- Sunday 11am – 6pm.

Consider giving Olive a forever home!

 

Please visit us at 107 McLaughlin Road, Lindsay, Tuesday to Sunday, 11 AM - 6 PM.

You can also contact us by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phone at 705-878-4618.