LIRRG rescued a dumped pregnant rabbit from the busy streets. She gave birth a week later to 9 healthy bunnies. They would not have survived without the rescue group’s volunteers and their generous supporters.
I adopted the mom and she now happily lives in the Swiss Alps with her husbun. Most of her children have already found their forever home. This rescue deserves all the support it can get. Thank you LIRRG, I will continue to support you.
Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group cares deeply about the animals they work with and is a valuable resource for rabbits not just in Long Island, but in the greater area. Few other organizations exist that care about these animals, and given the fact that there are so many dumped in Long Island, and that they need specialized care many general animal rescues aren't able to provide, LIRRG fills a valuable gap. However, my experience with them is primarily as someone who has benefited from their adoptable rabbits. My family has adopted two rabbits from them and I doubt there is any other organization that cares for the people who adopt from them as much. After we adopted, LIRRG was still in contact with anything we needed, including helping with bonded rabbits, advice on which vets to visit, and medical assistance when one of our rabbits had a chronic foot condition.
Long Island Rabbit rescue is truly a one of a kind rescue dedicated to saving bunnies. A genuine group of people that are indeed committed, caring and passionate about the most misunderstood beings that rabbits are yet so gentle and sweet. I am happy to be a part of this family because of what they stand for. They are truly making a huge difference in the welfare of rabbits and saving them. They continue to spread awareness on the proper care for rabbits as well as placing them in loving homes. In a world where there are not many bunny rescues as there are cat & dog rescues , LIRRG stands on this issue and makes a difference. As we all are bunny lovers and bun parents in this group it is indeed a wonderful rescue but also a family. Proud to have adopted my fur baby from here and I must add they are truly bunny heroes.
Like so many rabbit owners, I unfortunately became a rabbit owner without having the necessary education in taking care of these loving, fragile animals. I learned very quickly what was needed for my first rabbit through my vet's office, who works with the LIRRG. Once my rabbit was neutered, LIRRG helped me with speed dating to help him find a friend to bond with. They not only facilitated their meeting, but also helped me through the bonding process.
Rabbits are frequently misunderstood and neglected animals and the LIRRG is doing their best possible job to inform the public about the responsibilities and benefits of owning a rabbit. In particular, I am in awe of their sanctuary program and their mega love for megacolon bunnies program which provides safe environments and medical funding for rabbits with special needs.
As a bunny foster mom I have to say the staff/volunteers at LIRRG are great they make sure I have what I need for all the bunnies. They are also a great resource of helpful information.
LIRRG helped our family rescue and foster a sweet bun who was found in the front yard of our neighborhood. They gave us all the tools to get him to the vet, and ultimately with his forever home. We are so grateful for their quick responses and willingness to help a bunny in need.
Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group is an amazing nonprofit that helps save the lives of so many abandoned and neglected rabbits every year. Not only does LIRRG rescue rabbits, they provide needed medical attention, vet visits, vaccines, and spay/neuter. I have been involved with LIRRG for 5 years, and on July 7th it will be my sweet Christian’s 5th Gotcha (Adoption) Day. He has brought so much joy, love and laughter to our family. If you live on Long Island and are inserted in adopting or fostering a rabbit, please contact Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group. It is a truly rewarding experience, and all of the volunteers are informative and awesome!
LIRRG HAS TAUGHT ME SO MUCH ABOUT BEING A GOOD BUNNY MOM. MY BUNNY ADOPTION PROCESS WAS SMOOTH ANX THE CONTINUED SUPPORT IS PRICELESS.
An entire volunteer and donation run organization. The volunteers love, care and dedicate so much energy to the mission and there’s still always more to do.
I’ve adopted two rabbits from LIRRG over the years and they do such great work. They do so much between assembling teams to catch and rescue abandoned rabbits to educating the community about proper rabbit care. I recently found myself in a position where I caught an abandoned rabbit on the streets and LIRRG was so helpful in ensuring the rabbit received all necessary vet treatment and that she will go to a loving home. LIRRG is doing fantastic work and deserves all the recognition. To the volunteers and members of the Long Island Rabbit Rescue, thank you to all that you do!
This is my local rabbit rescue and they do such important work, not only saving animals, but also educating the community (and beyond) about proper rabbit care. I have been volunteering there for about eight years now on a weekly basis and everyone is so caring and generous with their time.
This is truly a rabbit family. If you need to have your rabbits nails trimmed some one will help you. Have an emergency they have you covered. They also review every adoption case to give these rabbits the best home. Keep up the great work LIRRG
When I lost my bunny Sheila, I knew I wanted to find a way to help other rabbits in need. The LIRRG met with me, visited my home and helped me meet some potential fosters. I fell in love with a beautiful blue eyed girl, fostered (and failed) and 6 years later I’m so glad to have her. The LIRRG not only helps find you the best match, but stays in touch- celebrating milestones, lives and offering support and resources all these years later. They are truly a wonderful organization!
This rescue has made me love rabbits. They gave us our bunnies Eugene and Sunny. I am so thankful to be part of such an amazing dedicated group. They rescue,educate and work tirelessly to help the abandoned/neglected bunnies
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Long Island Rabbit Rescue has been the best resource for me to learn about caring for my rabbits. I appreciate their love and acceptance. There is never any judgment which I am grateful for.
The Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group is an amazing organization with many caring and passionate volunteers who are eager to educate the community. They are extremely knowledgeable and always helpful in assisting rabbit owners. We were fortunate to have encountered a wonder experience with them when adopting our bunny Louis. We are very grateful for everything they do.
This is an organization that truly cares about the rabbits they adopt out. The adoption process helps you be ready to provide the safest environment for a rabbit. They also send a questionnaire and pair you with the rabbits that best fit what you are looking for in a pet. We were matched with two rabbits and we adopted Zander who has been the perfect addition to our family. The organization is also always there for questions about rabbit care, and vet and boarding recommendations.
I have adopted two rabbits from the this rescue in the last 4 years. They have been so helpful, constantly available and help through every crisis. They have a vetted list of amazing sitters for when you want to go on vacation who were absolutely amazing and treated my bunnies like their own. They are so dedicated and help so many bunnies and bunny parents. Not only do they support those who adopt through them but they support other bunny parents who are looking for support and community. There is truly no one like them.
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LIRRG is by far the best group of people I’ve met. From assisting me with the bonding experience in every possible way to clipping my bunnies nails and assisting with getting her eye meds. They are always there for their adopters and even just the rabbit community. They are constantly trying to educate on proper rabbit care which usually isn’t taught enough. By far the most amazing people.
This is such an amazing & caring group of volunteers. From rescuing rabbits that have been dumped by people that no longer want them, left to try to fend for themselves but will most likely die. To caring for their health needs & fostering & loving these bunnies till they find loving furever homes. To the support the group gives and educational seminars. Caring for bunnies with on going health issues. They are a GREAT non profit with hearts of gold.
The members of Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group are a wealth of knowledge and compassion. They have been exceptionally helpful anytime I have had a concern or a question about our rabbit. They are very much appreciated!
LIRRG helps me with all the education I need to provide the best care for my adopted rabbit. After becoming a short-term foster, I adopted Enzo 4 years ago and LIRRG is still a big part of our lives. They answer any questions we have and give advice when needed. They are a great organization and offer so much support throughout every step of the foster/adoption/rabbit-care process.
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Filled with amazingly compassionate & selfless individuals. Assisted me after the passing of my first rabbit, outside adoption of another during COVID & an LIRRG adoption of my special girl Jewel. They’re terrific.
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They’re an amazing and caring bunch who volunteer to basically have a second job. Every member has an intrinsic desire to participate which makes for one of the most caring and compassionate group of people I’ve ever met. If the world had more LIRRG members, it would be a much more peaceful place.
We will be forever grateful to the Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group. After researching thoroughly we knew we were ready for a pet….specifically a bunny. Once we contacted the rescue they worked tirelessly to educate us further along with finding us our perfect bun….Lafayette. He came to us perfectly healthy, groomed, and you can tell was handled. This isn’t always the case with rescued pets. I’ve had various people answer my questions along this journey that never made me feel silly about a single one. The Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group is a family and it is all in thanks to social media and networking orchestrated by the founders. They are selfless and get everyone involved in any capacity to help. You don’t need to be a bunny expert to help, you just have to care. I’m in awe of the organization, execution, and message they have. They inspired a school wide event at my school (I’m a teacher) and set an example that every rescue should strive to be…inclusive, genuine, and candid. Lafayette is now a therapy bunny I take to school once in awhile for the day and has proven to be a calming source to our son with autism and a best friend to our daughter.
Amazing rescue that truly cares for every bunny. I adopted my fur baby from here and it is such a wonderful feeling. This rescue gives me hope in knowing there are still many good people in this world. They are great people that give their all in helping every bun. They put their heart into what they do and I appreciate their kindness, love and understanding for such gentle and special beings as bunnies.
LIRRG is the best organization and their volunteers are simply awesome. Our own journey with Blossom ( our rabbit ) started with them offering all the help and advice , visits from volunteers to train and guide us. They are always responsive to any question and their love for rabbits truly transcends and reflects their commitment and passion.
LIRRG is a very caring group that has introduced my family to the world of rabbit fostering. It has provided us with guidelines, care when the foster bunny is unwell, and supplies. We have had 3 foster bunnies so far and look forward to continuing to foster more as needed.
This is a wonderful group of dedicated people. I joined almost 8 years ago, and was very fortunate to have found the group. I knew nothing about rabbit care and because of this group, I have learned so much! I have had a few scares with my bunny over the years, and people have been selfless in the way they help with medications , advice and assistance. There are so many impressive people at the Rescue, to name a few, Nancy, Mary Ann and Denise.
I've never met a more devoted and friendly group of people than when I started volunteering at the Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group. Everyone's heart is in the right place as we work as a family to educate about, rescue, and love rabbits. There's absolutely no judgment when help is needed or questions are asked. These are people who have day jobs, families, and other responsibilities, and still, they dedicate all the time they can to this rescue to make it the very best.
We adopted our bunny from LIRRG in the summer of 2022. They couldn’t have been more helpful and knowledgeable, making sure we were the right fit for our bunny as much as she was the right fit for us. We have learned so much about being a responsible bunny family and it’s all because of LIRRG!
We found LIRRG online while searching for a bunny friend for our current bunny. The process for adopting a bunny from
Them is necessarily lengthy. They were rigorous in ensuring that the bunnies they foster will find safe, knowledgeable forever homes. First, We were given a phone interview. Then a home visit to ensure that our home was safe and properly set up for bunny bonding between our current bun and our new adoptee. LIRGG introduced us and our bunny to several bunnies before finding the right fit. When we went home with our new bunny we were given a website to ask any questions as well as several members who continue to reach out and see how our babies are doing. They linked us up with a rabbit savy vet as well. We couldn’t be happier with the experience.
Our bunny was abandoned by her original owner. LIRRG went with several well equipped/trained people and caught her. Then helped us with the adoption process. She was already spayed and well cared for when we got her because of LIRRG.
I adopted one my buns from LIRRG during the pandemic. I was looking to bond a companion with my own rabbit, and was interested in one of their lops. They were very responsive throughout the process, and incredibly knowledgeable and thoughtful when it came to rabbit care. LIRRG arranged a speed date with a number of candidates, and were extremely meticulous with supervising everything, all while walking me through their observations since it was my first time. Everyone I dealt with was friendly and very dedicated to the well being of rabbits in their charge- can’t say enough good things about them!
Such a great experience adopting from LIRRG. The best part is having such a large, supportive community. Whenever you need help, someone is always there to lend a hand.
My family adopted our sweet bunny fried from the LIRRG in the Spring of 2020. She has been the light of our life, and the LIRRG has been a tremendous support the entire time we have had her with us. From education to emergency support to sharing laughs about our crazy little creatures, this organization and network of friends has been there the whole way. I also have gotten more involved with rabbit rescue and transport, and this work is incredibly fulfilling because of the individuals who are involved in the organization. if you are interested in adopting a rabbit, the LIRRG is the group you want to work with!
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I had been a bunny mom to my sweet bunny friend for 9 years when I lost her in 2001. She broke my heart and it took me many years and motherhood to be ready to bring a new animal into my home. I had done quite a bit of research before deciding we wanted to adopt a rescue, and I found LIRRG's website, and started the adoption process. The team at LIRRG was wonderful -the process they have in place ensures that both adopters and the rabbits have a loving, safe experience from start to finish and the rabbits find the right "forever home". Our entire household was interviewed, then our home and rabbit space was reviewed by the team, and they confirmed that we had sufficient supplies to care for the rabbit we adopted. Then we had the opportunity to meet three sweet bunnies, who were all neutered/spayed and litter trained. We ended up with our sweet Ru, who has been with us for just over two months. We can't imagine our home without her! We enjoyed the process so much, that we're considering adopting a friend for Ru!
As a Long Island native, I was previously familiar with the Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group as a result of programs they held at the Locust Valley Library years back. However, I never gave the organization much thought until I found myself an adopter of a young bunny whose mother had been rescued a few months earlier by a person in my town. This adoption had a profound change on me and my family.
Having become totally "pair bonded" with the baby rabbit we took in but then suddenly loosing our precious baby to gastric stasis after only 14 months, I have become extremely sensitive to the welfare of rabbits, not to mention extremely heartbroken. I decided to honor the life of my sweet Smudge by donating what I can to this wonderful organization. I hope to eventually find time to volunteer as well.
It's incomprehensible to me that people could abandon, abuse, or neglect such loving, loyal, and emotionally intelligent creatures, but I suppose there are a lot of human behaviors I simply don't understand. But this is also precisely why an organization like the Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group is so essential. Please consider donating and volunteering with them.
LIRRG is such a wonderful, knowledgeable and helpful group that really care. When I rescued my rabbit (with no experience of caring for a rabbit at all), this group, when I contacted them jumped right in to help by giving me supplies, to check the rabbit and all the info I need to keep her safe. I was only planning to foster the cute bunny but she is now part of my family. The group gave me such confidence, help and info to care for and interact with her that I was able to give her a forever, loving home. Thank you LIRRG!!
The most dedicated group of humans I’ve ever known. These volunteers will drop everything on a moments notice to help a rabbit in need, wether it’s an owner with a sick rabbit or a rabbit that is in danger, or to drop off medications or supplies to a rabbit in need . This group has helped to save lives of thousands of rabbits and give them a chance at a loving, safe, indoor forever home and brought love to so many families. This group also gives rabbits with special needs a chance at a good life by offering support to adopters who will take a chance on them as well. Without this group, so many rabbits would have lost their lives horrifically.
I adopted my little cutie from Long Island Rabbit Rescue. It was a wonderful experience and I felt supported and comfortable through the whole process. It was great to see how much this organization cares about rabbits and teaches each adopter about proper care for their new rabbit.
I have learned so much from this non profit on the proper way to care for my bunny, how to make sure he stays safe, heathy and happy and most importantly what to do and the support when he isn’t well. Their love and dedication to the community to help these bunnies is beyond amazing and I am so glad I found them.
Such a wonderful rescue group! We adopted our rabbit from them a few years ago, he is the happiest, healthiest rabbit! They really take such great care of their rescues and get to know each rabbit's individual personality to ensure that they are adopted out to a compatible home. They also follow-up to make sure the rabbits they adopted out are getting their yearly check-ups and are doing well. They are a wonderful resource for any rabbit owner, whether you have adopted a rabbit from them or elsewhere, they are always ready to help.
Never have I seen a more significant impact or amount of care directly from a non profit. Every time I donate I know my donation went directly to a wonderful cause headed up by amazing people who love these animals quite obviously more than even themselves.
I rescued a 10 yr old rabbit 4 years ago from a family who couldn't care for him any longer. I joined the Friends of LIRR on FaceBook. This group helped me so much in caring for my rabbit. I became invloved with the Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group by transporting the foster bunnies to their foster moms and vet appointments. I truly enjoy meeting all the new bunnies and driving them around. Sunday I have the pleasure of taking the rabbits for their 2nd vaccines. I also assist with rabbit rescues. This rescue group is so amazing!
We adopted our second rabbit from LIRRG about five years ago. They helped us find the perfect friend for our first rabbit, Jinx. We did some trial “dates” and ended up with Wally. LIRRG remained available to help us with bonding these two….a long process! They are now best of friends. They have remained a wonderful resource for all our rabbit related questions. They have guided us through some stasis episodes, nail trims and just general info. A wonderful group we are happy to be part of!!
Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group is an amazing organization that truly cares about the animals in their care. I recently adopted my rabbit from them and they were kind, knowledgeable, and answered all of my questions during the adoption process. They also continued to provide education and support after I adopted my rabbit.
I’ve been involved with the LIRRG for a few years now and I’ve had experiences as both a volunteer and a client served. Overall, the LIRRG is an amazing organization filled with knowledgeable and compassionate people who truly believe in the mission of the organization. The volunteers are extremely knowledgeable and willing to help in a variety of ways. There is always a volunteer available to provide support or answer any questions. There’s an immense amount of knowledge available on the website for every type of Bunny parent on the wide spectrum of Bunny Parenthood. I’m honored and privileged to be a member of this organization.
I have found such an amazing group of people in the Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group. I adopted a sweet little girl from them to bond with my boy over a year ago and was provided (and still am) with tons of support throughout the entire adoption and bonding process. I now foster a spunky little boy and volunteer with the group as often as I can. I am so grateful to have found this group and the joy it brings me regularly.
Incredible selfless volunteers who help abandoned rabbits every day. They also provide great advice to bunny owners who reach out through FB, whether it’s about meds or vet RX.
As a new bunny mom, Long Islan Rabbit Rescue Group has been a wonderful source of support and information.
I found LIRRG 3 years ago after I lost my min lop after 10 years. I was so sad that I no longer had a furry friend in my life. I researched to find a rescue and I found this wonderful group of caring individuals! I found my little love, Sophie through LIRRG, she so skittish and scared when I brought her home. This group helped me every step of the way! My girl runs the house now after three years of being with us, we even decided to bond her and now she has a forever friend! We also adopted him from LIRRG. I love this group so much, they are the best, they put the needs of these animals first and they do this on their own time through donations only! I would never purchase an animal from a store. Rescue only!
We adopted a 2nd bun to bond with our Oreo. She is so sweet, and all at LIRRG have been so supportive and helpful, personally and through their Facebook page. We have learned so much! They are awesome!
The Long Island Rabbit Rescue are most kind and caring people I seen so far. They helped me by giving me tips and guidance of how to take care of my pet bun and my new bun that I was adopting that day.
I adopted my rabbit Cookie from LIRRG and it was the best decision I’ve ever made! LIRRG has a careful screening process to make sure you’re ready to take care of a bunny, and they want to make sure the bunny you adopt is right for you! LIRRG’s Facebook group is an active and close community that always has people on hand to answer questions, give advice, and of course share lots of pictures of their furballs. Volunteers within the group help foster rabbits, take care of your rabbit while you’re away, trim your rabbit’s nails when needed, and a whole lot more. I have also been to a rabbit rescue with LIRRG and the process was organized and very heartfelt. LIRRG is a fun, interactive, and wholesome nonprofit that holds lots of seminars on important topics like rabbit bonding, and even publishes a regular newsletter called THUMP that features cute bunny stories and care advice! Thank you for being such an amazing group, LIRRG!
Wonderful group! We adopted it second rabbit and the process was very thorough and smooth. They are there to support you 100% of your journey to adoption.
Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group not only rescues rabbits but provides extensive support and education to the general public and rabbit families. It is this education that will lead to a better future for domestic rabbits in general, as most rabbits requiring rescue are the result of impulse purchases or lack of proper education/information on rabbits and their care.
This rescue clearly cares about their rabbits! They pay such close attention to their health and well being while the bunnies are in their care, and then they make sure they find the best fitting homes possible. My family adopted a rabbit from them and had a great experience.
They helped when there was a rabbit running in the road near my house. They caught her and I adopted her. They are a rescue and a community, always willing to help.
I found out about Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group (LIRRG) when we considered adopting a partner for our bunny. LIRRG did not only help us find a bunny but a family as well. There are many times that the group has provided knowledge and support - even emergency help in the middle of the night! Their selfless work is so inspiring that we decided to foster a lovely pair!
LIRRG has led me two lovely buns who are the lights of my life. The work the entire organization puts into rescuing bunnies and finding them forever homes is a feat in itself.
I can’t put into words just how amazing LIRRG is! From the community, to the volunteers, there is no better resource for rabbit care, support, rabbit adoption, etc. I suddenly lost my rabbit Maisey in January of 2021 and I was struggling beyond belief. Part of it was that my room, where my Maisey stayed, felt so empty. After some time processing and grieving, I decided it was best for me to adopt another rabbit in Maisey’s honor. We had already been familiar with LIRRG as they have an amazing community of kind rabbit lovers, so we knew where we wanted to apply! We were contacted by our adoption counselor, Sarah, who was so knowledgeable and friendly. After our application was processed, we got to meet our matches! I am forever thankful to everyone at LIRRG, including my Bennett’s fosters, Karen and Bob, for their incredible work and dedication❤️ Silly little Benny makes us so unbelievably happy
The most amazing, dedicated, passionate, and loyal rabbit rescue group you’ll see! So many volunteers donate so much of their time and energy to help these rabbits get healthy and find their forever homes where they will live the rest of their lives so happy. They do this out of the good of their heart! We wish we could save every rabbit, but nonprofit organizations rely on help from the public and sometimes there just isn’t enough compared to the amount of rabbits that need help. We appreciate any and all help you can give us to help the rabbits.
I purchased my 1st bunny 7months ago without knowing how to care for her. I received conflicting information on web sites. I was extremely grateful to pair up with this organization and have learned so much. You all provide much needed support and education.
I have been working with LIRR to adopt a rabbit and have been so impressed by the all of the volunteers that I have encountered. Every volunteer has been friendly, helpful and a wealth of information on rabbit care. They answered every question and provided information that I wasn't even aware I needed. If you are looking to adopt a rabbit, this is the rescue to call!
When I first met my awesome bun-daughter Priscilla I had absolutely no intention of becoming attached to any animals - buried too many pets growing up. However, she grew on me quickly and I began to understand why my now wife loved bunnies so much. I’ve learned a ton about rabbits through her and Long Island Rabbit Rescue (I didn’t even know there was a difference between a wild rabbits and domestic rabbits!). One of the coolest experiences I’ve ever had came through being involved with Long Island Rabbit Rescue. This past Mother’s Day my wife and I went out on a rescue. We spotted the bun and watched from a distance until more of the Long Island Rabbit Rescue team showed up. After tracking the bun through the woods and accumulating many bumps and bruises we finally managed to save the bun! It was awesome! The people I met that day are incredible. They took time out of their days (on Mother’s Day) to rescue this poor bun who had been left out on the side of the road. Really special people are involved with Long Island Rabbit Rescue and I’m incredibly grateful for all that they do!
Long Island Rabbit Rescue helped us find the perfect partner for our rabbit. Bugz has been so happy since he got a partner. Everyone at Long Island Rabbit Rescue was helpful and kind and even after we adopted our bunny, we have access to resources, information and support. This is a great community to be a part of.
LI Rabbit Rescue is amazing. It’s a family. When you adopt from them you have life long support. We have adopted twice and have received help as new bunny parents, in emergencies, with grooming, bonding and introducing new pets.
I have adopted two rabbits from LIRRG and they are amazing! The volunteers are extremely friendly and helpful. They provide a great quality of life for these rescue bunnies while they wait for their forever homes. The group also ensure that adopters/members of the community are educated on proper rabbit care which is very important. Thank you LIRRG for all that you do! (Pictured are Harley adopted in 2015 and Laurie adopted in 2020)
We adopted the most perfect bunny from them. They were very kind and gave us excellent instruction on how to care for our new family member. Even after the adoption they continued to help us through their private facebook group.
I adopted my Ellie almost a year ago, and the support I received before, during, and after has been amazing! They have tons of really useful information on their website and all the volunteers are extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and dedicated. LIRRG really becomes your "bunny family" and I know if I need help or if I have questions that Google just can't answer, I'll find an answer with them. I'm forever grateful for them bringing my sweet girl into my life!
We adopted our first rabbit, Lydia in 2012 and LIRRG made that possible. They took us step by step through the process and educated us on how to properly care for our new family member. We had here for 8 years and after she passed they helped us bring a new member to the family, Mona! LIRRG is a great group who all truly care about rabbits and making sure they find their right homes when it comes time for adoption. My family and I are lucky to have found this group and are honored to be a part of it.
I recieved amazing support from this Rescue from the moment I adopted my bunny and even after. They are always there to support me with any questions or advice that I need.
LIRRG Helped us bring a beautiful bunny into our lives. Our family heard of this organization and when it was time to adopt again they made the process so easy and it was so well done. Their adoption site is extremely well maintained and all of the volunteers are superb. The community around LIRRG is so positive and helpful, the work they do for the buns is amazing
My girlfriend sue has two lil ones that need a new home, pls contact her if interested. They are really adorable.
I adopted my adorable love and Lop bunny Donovan exactly a yet ago from this amazing non profit that offers love, support and a wealth of information to bunny parents and bunny lovers . I have learned so much and have enjoyed taking part in this organization that is all about rabbits and their families ! Can’t say enough ! I am so happy being part of this exceptional group !
I was interest in adopting a partner for my current bun and LIRRG has been nothing but helpful, informative and great to work with! I was nervous about bonding but everyone I spoke too said not to worry and they will be there every step of the way and will in no way leave me hanging, which made me feel so much better! Just scheduled Bunny speed dating for this Saturday and I can't wait!
I was able to adopt my fluffy best friend Logan thanks to this superb nonprofit dedicated to rescuing rabbits and providing them with so much care until they are adopted. They also provide you with all the resources to learn & continue to have an ongoing relationship with the service through the journey of becoming a loving parent to such a loving animal.
This is a great resource if you are looking to adopt a rabbit.
I became a volunteer for this organization after I rescued my first rabbit from a pet store. He was brought there by someone who no longer wanted him. Among other volunteer tasks, I’ve fostered 2 rabbits who have since been placed into the most loving homes a bun could ask for. I have adopted 2 buns from this organization as well. Volunteers work tirelessly behind the scenes to run this organization IN ADDITION to their day jobs. They do this all without pay. They do it when they had a rough day at work. Some may volunteer despite their health and personal struggles. I’ve met the most selfless, dedicated, and knowledgeable people who over the years, have become family. They’ve saved countless lives and day after day continue to right wrongs.
I never expected such a wealth of information and support was so close to home! When we decided to adopt we contacted LIRRG to find out more. We were provided with numerous resources including videos and links to websites and educational material that truly gave us a full image of what adopting a rabbit meant. After exploring it all as a family we met at our home with a LIRRG volunteer. This gave us an opportunity to ask as many questions as we liked, and my children had many. It also provided us with amazing advice on the best location and care in our own home. That was almost two years ago and I have to say we still receive the best resources and opportunities and support we could imagine.
I am a brand new adoptive bunny mommy. I cannot say enough good things about this organization. First and foremost is their unconditional love of these sweet, smart, wonderful animals. Every person I dealt with was kind and informative. I felt that I received really pertinent information to educate myself weeks before my Adoption Day. The education they provided me from correct ways to hold a rabbit to nail clipping and temperature taking were amazing. They helped me find the newest member of my family, and I am so grateful to all the volunteers who helped me; especially my Zachary's foster mom for loving him and caring for him for a full year before I found him. LIRRG is an amazing organization, and deserve only good things.
Long Island Rabbit Rescue volunteers have the biggest hearts out of anyone I have ever known. It is amazing when you realize that this small, strictly volunteer and donation based group operates the way that it does day to day and is able to help the countless amount of rabbits, and rabbit owners on Long Island (and beyond). Through volunteering with them I have formed friendships and bonded with others who share the same compassion and heart for these small and amazing creatures as I do. It is truly the most wonderful group of dedicated and selfless people!
I started volunteering with LIRRG a couple years ago because of how much I enjoy working and volunteering with animals. I never would have imagined that I would gain such invaluable experience and friendships from volunteering here. Since lirrg is all-volunteer organization, it is impossible not to be inspired by the selflessness and compassion of the volunteers around me, who donate their time, space, and supplies to help these rabbits, many of whom have come from tragic situations. LIRRG is truly an amazing and life-changing group.
This rescue is one of only a couple of rabbit rescues for all of Long Island, stretching from Queens all the way to the end of Suffolk County. Despite limited resources the entirely volunteer and donation-based group does what they can to make life better for domestic rabbits on the island. They rescue abandoned rabbits, give them vet care, and care for them in foster homes until they can be adopted. They also assist owners with care and have created a network of volunteers at-the-ready to assist with whatever help is needed.
I personally have learned so much about rabbits and rescuing animals in general. I’m forever grateful to them for creating a community of full of knowledge, experience, and connections. I have adopted 3 rabbits from them, participated in rescues, transports, vet visits, adoptions, education fairs and more. The volunteers also provide amazing moral support for nearly every rabbit situation you could think of. I’d have never made it through bonding my latest pair without them. Rabbits and rabbit owners are so fortunate to have the LIRRG operating in their neighborhoods.
This is the most loving group of rescuers ever. Everyone goes above and beyond and this is the most supportive group ever, in every way. Words cannot explain how much this group means to me and I have met 2 of my love buns here amongst dozens of others that are taken in, given love and shelter until they are adopted. I have nothing but good things to say about this amazing group.
Absolutely the kindest people tirelessly working, focused on doing everything possible to rescue rabbits and give them furever homes. My daughter and I have been beyond impressed by the dedication, support and important information they disseminate about how to care for these special buns.
I adopted Captain 3 years ago. He had some behavioral issues when he was first rescued, and this rescue did not give up on him. Everyone there tried their absolute best to prove to him that not all humans are bad. One of the volunteers, Lisa, even took him into her home to show him that he has nothing to be afraid of anymore. He went from attacking/biting anything and anyone who tried getting close to him, to blossoming into one of the most loving and affectionate bunnies. The people at the rescue helped mold Captain into the cuddle bun he is today, who loves giving and receiving kisses. Because of them, I would have never found my furry soulmate, and Captain would have never known a life full of unconditional love and comfort.
In addition, the volunteers of the rabbit rescue have inspired me to stand up and be a voice for bunnies everywhere. Their passion and commitment is truly hard to find in this world.
My bun came from here. I also volunteer with them. They are amazing group of people. Its heartbreaking how many are just tossed away and this group tries their best to save them. LIRRG is foster home based and donations go a long way in medical bills for these babies. They do education events and fundraisers. 100% goes towards the care of the buns. Thank you for saving my pain in the ass that I love so much. He's my spoiled butt and these rescues would love a furever home as well.
Long Island Rabbit Rescue Group is an amazing, tight-knit organization that does all it can for rabbits and provides endless support for bunny parents. I adopted two wonderful bunnies from LIRRG’s collaboration with a local shelter (they did not have to help the shelter, but they did it anyway because they care about rabbits so much). LIRRG also has a Facebook group, where bunny parents can ask questions, receive emotional support, be educated, and share cute pictures and videos of their rabbits. People involved in LIRRG go above and beyond to help each other. When one of my rabbits was sick, a LIRRG volunteer drove my rabbit and me an hour each way to get to the vet, because I couldn’t drive and none of my friends and family were able to help me. This sort of thing happens regularly. Need help trimming a difficult bunny’s nails? Someone will come out to help you. Your bunny is suddenly sick, you don’t have emergency meds, and the vet is closed? Someone will provide you with medication to get your bunny through the night. These people will do anything to help a rabbit in need. LIRRG isn’t just there for you during the adoption process. They are there for you for the duration of your rabbit’s life. It is a very special organization, and they deserve to be recognized for their work.
As first a client served and now a volunteer, LIRRG has gifted me the love of my life, my fur-child, and so much more. Beyond my adopted soul-bunny, LIRRG gave me the education, training and support to ensure my rabbit has the healthiest and most joyous life. This rabbit rescue consistently provides me with opportunities to grow as a volunteer, educator and advocate. My involvement with LIRRG connects me with selfless and authentic people who I am fortunate to call true friends.
I have been volunteering with LIRRG for about two years now. I first reached out to volunteer with LIRRG because I wanted to do something positive with my free time. I have always wanted to be able to do something to help animals, so volunteering for a rescue only made sense. Watching the bunnies that come from neglected and abandoned situations, turn into trusting and happy rabbits in our care melts my heart. As a bonus, volunteering has made me a better bun mom. There is so much to learn when it comes to rabbits and the hands-on experience is invaluable to me. What makes me love LIRRG so much is the beautiful community of caring people that are ready to jump in when others need help. Whether it's rescuing a rabbit off the street that was abandoned by their previous family, giving general care advice, or helping out a sick rabbit, everyone involved is kind and helpful.
I work for an non profit so have experienced many different charities and the work they do. I joined this group when I became an owner of a rabbit. LIRRG is run by volunteers and the efforts, support and love this group has for these buns is amazing. It is an outstanding organization and I am proud to be a part of it.
I have been volunteering with long island rabbit rescue for over a year and a half now. I was also a foster mom. This rescue has done such incredible work and given so much dedication to rabbits that have been neglected, mistreated and abandoned. I am so proud and humbled to be apart of this incredible rescue team.
This rescue came to my aid when I was told about an abandoned rabbit and I took her in. After I found her a home I became a volunteer.
Since then I have been on numerous rescues of abandoned rabbits, assisted with rabbits that have either been dumped or brought to the shelter by SPCA, assisted with emergencies such as giving medicine and taking temperatures. I have dealt with extremely sad cases of abandoned rabbits that break my heart and in the end all they want is love. I have met such amazing people and proud to be part of this rescue. It inspires me that there are people who go above and beyond to help these incredible creatures.
I also was a foster mom and I love that bun. Cassie had the longest nails I have ever seen. She was abandoned when her home owners moved and she hopped across the street and was found. The finder reached out to us and that was when the beautiful soft and sweet bunny I named Cassie became my foster. She became sick and I rushed her to the vet two times in one week. It tore my heart when it was medically advised to send her across the rainbow bridge. The rescue was a huge support and was there for me in this sad time. We support each other in the good and the bad times.