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Duke

Male · Young · 2 years

If Eeyore the donkey was a rabbit, he would be Duke! This handsome chunk of a boy is standing back waiting to be noticed and when he receives the attention his bashful side comes into play. He came into Bristol ARC as a sign over after sadly losing his bonded partner, who he misses terribly. We are looking for a home with an existing neutered female, who could be his new found friend Piglet! Adjusting to life at the centre has been difficult for Duke, he is used to having a large garden to roam around and explore. A lot like Eeyore, he is looking for that special outdoor shack to spend his days binkying and playing with his toys alongside his new companion. He absolutely loves sun bathing and is often seen lounging and taking in the spring breeze. If he feels brave, he will take a treat from your hand but will retreat if you try to pet him. Patience and understanding are needed with this gentle soul to allow him space and time for him to approach you when he feel’s safe as he can become spooked quite easily. Experience in bonding rabbits is required and you must have a large neutral space for the bonding process to be carried out along with a separate living space for Duke until he is fully bonded with his new friend. Are you the Pooh Bear to brighten up Eeyore’s (Mainly answers to the name Duke) life? "*" indicates required fields Here’s where we ask more questions about you, your lifestyle and what you’re looking for in a pet. You'll hear from us only if you're a match for the pet you've applied for.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇬🇧Bristol
Shelter
Bristol Animal Rescue Centre
Living with Duke
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by Bristol Animal Rescue Centre · Bristol

Listed 2 months ago

About Duke

What life with Duke looks like

Duke is a large young adult rabbit waiting at Bristol Animal Rescue Centre in Bristol.

Rabbits are social animals — most shelters recommend adopting them in bonded pairs rather than alone. They need fresh hay daily, several hours of out-of-cage time, and rabbit-safe spaces to explore. They live eight to twelve years, longer than many people expect.

Note from the shelter: Mourning loss of bonded partner, needs companionship with neutered female rabbit

🇬🇧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.

Bristol, United Kingdom browse more rabbits in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Duke, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Duke?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Bristol Animal Rescue Centre handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Duke on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Duke if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Bristol Animal Rescue Centre 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 Duke already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most rabbits 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 Duke 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 Animal Rescue Centre early rather than rehoming privately; they know Duke 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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