Thank you for your interest in adopting a rabbit! The Minnesota Companion Rabbit Society (MCRS) is a volunteer-based, member-supported non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of companion rabbits. The goal of MCRS’ adoption program is to match rabbits with families to best accommodate the needs and interests of both.
Make sure to check out the Rabbit Care section of our website to learn more about bringing a rabbit into your family. Rabbits are prey animals who will instinctively run away from humans or animals that try to catch them or pick them up. Rabbits can feel trapped while being held, with no way to run away, and they get very scared.
While there are rare exceptions, most rabbits hate to be held. If you pick your rabbit up every time you interact with them, they’ll become scared of you and run away whenever you approach. They may stop coming to you for petting because they want to avoid being picked up.
If you want a pet that is easy to cuddle and carry, then a rabbit may not be the pet for you. If you’re open to interacting with a rabbit on their terms, petting them on the floor, only picking them up when necessary or for short petting sessions, then you and your rabbit have a much better chance at getting along.
