Earlier today, one of our GLRS volunteers alerted us to a four-month-old bunny in need. The bunny, Leo, jumped out of his playpen at his prior home and broke his leg. With bunnies, it can be incredibly difficult for broken legs to heal, and the options are usually placing pins or amputation. Because this bunny is so young and their bones have not finished growing, amputation is the only realistic option.

The bunny's original caretakers were not prepared to handle the cost associated with Xrays, meds, and surgery, and so they made the decision to surrender him to the ER vet and sign over euthanasia papers if a rescue could not be found to sponsor his care.

Leo's accident shouldn't doom him from having a future.

(Please note that Leo is sedated in this photo for his Xrays)

GLRS was not prepared to pay for a surgery like this today, but we want to ensure that Leo grows up and finds a forever family. GLRS has helped many tripod bunnies before, and these bunnies can live happy and fulfilling lives, just with one less foot!

We have an appointment for tomorrow, 6/18, at our amazing MiVet Clinic to have the amputation performed, but we need your help to cover the cost of the amputation.

Will you help us give Leo a future?

Since 1995 Great Lakes Rabbit Sanctuary (GLRS) has provided a safe haven for abandoned, abused, and neglected animals. We rescue rabbits from across Michigan and, when able, from other parts of the United States as well. Upon their arrival at GLRS, the rabbits are given medical care if needed and are spayed or neutered, after which they are ready to meet their potential adopters! GLRS is a no-kill facility. Those rabbits who are not eligible for adoption, either due to health or temperament, live out their lives peacefully at the sanctuary.

In addition to providing a safe and loving environment, GLRS also strives to educate the public about domestic rabbits, including rabbit care and behavior. Just as with cats and dogs, a rabbit may not be the best furry companion for a family. Our hope is that our educational efforts will mean fewer rabbits needing our help in the future.

Leo Needs Your Help

Help this 4 month old bunny have a chance at life with an emergency leg amputation.