VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
- Foster homes are needed for homeless bunnies.
- Sponsors are needed for foster rabbits.
- Fundraising ideas and efforts are always needed. The medical, feed and supply expenses never stop.
- Items collections, see the "Donate - how you can help" page for ideas of what is needed. Take items to the main foster home in Fenton.
- Come to monthly meetings with ideas of how to help and share those ideas. Bring a friend and get them involved.
- Help at events like the Bunny Expo (usually in June) and the Holiday Bunny Boutique (usually in Nov./Dec.)
- Donate items to be raffled or sold at Bunny Expo and Holiday Bunny Boutique.
- Help with the PetsMart Adoption Program. ILLINOIS HELPERS NEEDED, TOO. Missouri House Rabbit Society has teamed with PetSmart to provide information and adoption applications to those wishing to adopt a companion pet rabbit. We are also searching for volunteers who would be willing to help at a PetsMart location in Illinois (possibly O'Fallon). Contact Marjorie at mmanahan@charter.net
- Educate everyone you know about the overpopulation of rabbits. Giving real, living "Easter Bunnies" is
NOT a good idea! Easter bunnies should be chocolate only! People who truly want a rabbit as a permanent family member should remember: "Don't shop - Adopt!"
- Educate everyone you know to be aware of the widespread use of rabbit fur in pet toys, trim on clothes etc. and to pay attention in Hobby stores, talk to managers, contact main offices etc. If you see something wrong, speak up!
- Check our page "Veterinarians" to find a list of local vets that have medical experience in treating rabbits.
- Educate! As long as people think of animals as "things" to be used, instead of "beings" to care for, they will continue to throw them away. - Learn as much as you can about rabbits and their care. Rabbits are very different in how they respond to medications and procedures. Learn what questions to ask a vet BEFORE you take your rabbit there. Share the information you learn. The National House Rabbit Society site is a great place to start. http://rabbit.org/
- Want to meet the rabbits? Want to see about adopting and/or fostering? We encourage visits to our main foster home weeknights and weekends. Please call: 314-995-1457 or e-mail us at mo_hrs@hotmail.com to schedule an appointment.
- Don't be shy...the rabbits need you!
Donations can be sent to HRS of Missouri, P.O. Box 6362, Chesterfield, MO 63006.
We are a 501(c)3 charity, so donations are deductible!
You can also donate easily through our Paypal buttons.
Either way your donation gives abandoned bunnies a second chance at love.
Please call: 314-995-1457 or e-mail mo_hrs@hotmail.com with questions or to volunteer.
Sanctuary Homes Needed: We need permanent homes for a few sanctuary bunnies. Placing our sanctuaries will give us room for more rescues.There is nothing wrong with most of these bunnies. Most are simply shy and they’ve been passed over for so long that they aren’t babies any longer and that hurts their chances for adoption. Many just need extra attention to bring them out of their shells. MO HRS covers medical costs for sanctuary and foster bunnies. Their caretakers get our best discount on hay and supplies. If you can help, call HRS at 314-995-1457 or email mo_hrs@hotmail.com
We need volunteers desperately!
Please take a moment and read our list of activities we need volunteers for.
There are so many things that need doing, you are sure to find just the right job for you!
