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Elb

Male · Young · 2 years

Rabbit Elb has only been with us for a short time and unfortunately arrived in less than optimal condition. Therefore, he is just beginning to learn what life is like with us. Currently, he shows himself to be rather cautious and reserved, but he is by no means aggressive. Elb has a misalignment of the front teeth. As a result, regular dental check-ups and likely dental corrections will be necessary. We cannot yet determine the exact intervals at which this will need to occur, as he has not been with us long enough. Elb has since been neutered and is now looking for a compatible rabbit partner or an existing, harmonious group. We would like him to find a home with rabbit-savvy people who understand his needs and can care for him lovingly. Elb can be rehomed in either indoor or outdoor settings, provided the housing conditions are species-appropriate.

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Kaninchen Elb ist erst seit kurzer Zeit bei uns und kam leider nicht in besonders gutem Zustand an. Daher lernt er das Leben bei uns gerade erst kennen. Aktuell zeigt er sich eher vorsichtig und zurückhaltend, ist dabei jedoch keineswegs aggressiv.Bei Elb liegt eine Fehlstellung der Vorderzähne vor. Dadurch werden regelmäßige Zahnkontrollen und vermutlich auch Zahnkorrekturen notwendig sein. In welchen Abständen dies erfolgen muss, können wir derzeit noch nicht genau einschätzen, da er noch nicht lange genug bei uns ist.Inzwischen wurde Elb kastriert und ist nun auf der Suche nach einer passenden Kaninchenpartnerin beziehungsweise einer bestehenden, harmonischen Gruppe. Für ihn wünschen wir uns ein Zuhause bei kaninchenkundigen Menschen, die seine Bedürfnisse verstehen und ihn liebevoll begleiten.Elb kann sowohl in Innen- als auch in Außenhaltung vermittelt werden, sofern die Haltungsbedingungen artgerecht gestaltet sind.

Size
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
BMT Tierheim Elisabethenhof
Living with Elb
  • Neutered
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Cared for by BMT Tierheim Elisabethenhof · Germany

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About Elb

What life with Elb looks like

Elb is a young adult rabbit waiting at BMT Tierheim Elisabethenhof in Germany.

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.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Elb, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Elb?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. BMT Tierheim Elisabethenhof handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Elb on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Elb if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — BMT Tierheim Elisabethenhof 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Elb 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 Elb 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 BMT Tierheim Elisabethenhof early rather than rehoming privately; they know Elb 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 (DE). 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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