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Buttercup

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

Buttercup is a handsome male Roborovski hamster, estimated to be around one year old, who is now looking for his forever home. Buttercup originally shared an enclosure with another Roborovski, Ralphie. As they matured, they became increasingly territorial, so they were separated to allow each of them to have their own space. Since then, Buttercup has settled in wonderfully and is thriving in foster care. Like many Roborovskis, Buttercup is happiest during the late evening and is usually one of the last to wake, often emerging from his burrows around 10 pm. Once awake, he loves exploring, running on his wheel and creating intricate burrow systems in his bedding. For a Roborovski, Buttercup is growing in confidence and has even allowed his foster mum to gently stroke him. While he is still very much a “look, don’t touch” hamster compared with larger species, it’s been lovely to see his trust continue to grow. Buttercup would love a spacious enclosure with plenty of deep bedding, a large sand bath and lots of enrichment to keep him busy. If you’re looking for a fascinating little hamster to watch as he goes about his nightly adventures, Buttercup could be the perfect companion.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
Bristol Rabbit Rescue & Friends
Cared for by Bristol Rabbit Rescue & Friends · United KingdomLearn about Mixed Breed

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About Buttercup

What life with Buttercup looks like

Buttercup is a large young adult mixed breed animal waiting at Bristol Rabbit Rescue & Friends in United Kingdom.

Every animal has their own temperament and history. The shelter knows Buttercup far better than any listing can convey — ask about daily routine, ideal household, and what kind of adopter they're hoping for.

🇬🇧Adopting from United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Buttercup, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Buttercup?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Bristol Rabbit Rescue & Friends handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Buttercup on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Buttercup if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Bristol Rabbit Rescue & Friends will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Buttercup already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most animals on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Buttercup isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Bristol Rabbit Rescue & Friends early rather than rehoming privately; they know Buttercup and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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