Considering a Rabbit from Hot Cross Buns
Welcome — I’m glad you’re here.
Hot Cross Buns is a small, home-based rabbitry shaped by years of living closely with rabbits, watching them grow, learning their personalities, and doing our best to make wise, thoughtful decisions for their long-term wellbeing.
We do not breed often, and we do not place casually. Every rabbit here is known by name and temperament. When a rabbit leaves, it matters to us where they are going and how they will be cared for.
If you are considering adding a rabbit to your home, this page is here to help you understand how we work and what that process looks like. If you are still learning what daily care looks like or want to feel more confident before moving forward, you may find our Simple Rabbit Care Guide helpful.
How We Raise & Place Our Rabbits
Our rabbits are raised as indoor companions and are placed as family pets. We do not place rabbits for outdoor or hutch-only living.
We believe rabbits do best when they are:
• Part of the daily life of the home
• Spayed or neutered for long-term health and stability
• Matched thoughtfully based on temperament and compatibility
• Placed with long-term commitment in mind
We are not first-come, first-served. We take time to consider each home and each rabbit so that the match is a good one for both.
Babies & Adult Rabbits
Every rabbit here is raised and placed with the same level of care, whether baby, junior, or adult.
Many families are naturally drawn to babies, and when they are available, they are introduced on the Available Buns page at the appropriate time.
We also occasionally have older rabbits seeking homes. Adult rabbits can make deeply rewarding companions. Their personalities are already established, and many are already spayed or neutered, which allows families to move forward with clarity.
Rather than focusing on age alone, we encourage families to consider temperament, lifestyle, and long-term fit.
What We Ask of Our Families
Families who work well with us are generally prepared to:
• Keep their rabbit indoors as a companion
• Spay or neuter their rabbit if not already altered
• Learn about proper diet, housing, and veterinary care
• Travel to Oberlin, Ohio for placement
You do not need to have everything perfectly figured out, but a willingness to learn and care deeply is important.
Placement Fees
Placement fees reflect age and spay/neuter status. Fees are consistent regardless of color or markings.
Unaltered junior rabbits (2–6 months): $350
Neutered bucks (up to ~4 years): $400
Spayed does (up to ~4 years): $450
We place rabbits up to approximately four years of age. Beyond that stage, rabbits remain with us as permanent residents.
Policies & Agreements
We believe in clarity and shared responsibility. Our Placement Policy and Companion Rabbit Agreement outline expectations so families can make informed decisions before moving forward.
We encourage you to review these documents before submitting a Placement Form.
Next Step: Placement Form
If this feels like a good fit for your home, the next step is to complete the Placement Form.
This form is not a test. It simply helps me understand your home, your expectations, and how I can best guide you in the process.
Submitting the form does not obligate you, and it does not guarantee placement. It is simply the beginning of a conversation.
I look forward to getting to know you.