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Frequently Asked Questions
The first step is completing our boarding questionnaire so we can review your requested dates, confirm availability, and learn more about your rabbit's individual needs. The questionnaire includes open-ended questions about your rabbit's daily routine and any special care instructions. The more we know, the better we can make your rabbit's stay feel like home! You can expect an emailed response within 24 hours.
We recommend completing our boarding questionnaire at least 72 hours before your requested drop-off date. Because we have a limited number of spacious boarding accommodations, we encourage booking as early as possible - especially around holidays. While we're often able to accommodate short-notice requests, availability cannot be guaranteed.
To provide the most dependable service possible, we do not accept reservations more than three months in advance. Since we're a small family business that also enjoys traveling and exploring the world ourselves, our schedules can change. This policy helps ensure we never have to disappoint clients by canceling reservations that were booked too far in advance!
Rabbits that are already bonded and share the same living space at home will stay together in the same 4' × 4' enclosure during their visit. If your rabbits live separately at home or are not bonded, please let us know when booking so we can prepare individual accommodations for their safety and comfort.
Yes! We can administer most medications during your rabbit's stay, including oral medications as well as certain topical treatments, eye drops, ear medications, and rinses, depending on your rabbit's needs. Oral medications are the most common and are available for an additional $5 per day (more complex care may incur an additional fee). Please provide all medications, clear written instructions, and any special handling information at drop-off.
Ideally, yes. Rabbits that are litter box trained generally adjust more easily to boarding and help us maintain a clean, comfortable environment for all guests and our enclosures. Of course, the occasional accident is completely normal, and we're always prepared with pee pads and extra cleaning supplies. However, if your bunny is not litter box trained or has a history of frequent accidents, please let us know when completing your boarding questionnaire. Depending on the situation, we may recommend a smaller enclosure with additional protective flooring to help keep your bunny comfortable while preserving our boarding accommodations.
While the RHDV2 vaccine is not required by us, we highly recommend it to help protect your rabbit from this serious disease. We also encourage rabbits to be spayed or neutered if they are of appropriate age.
No. Your rabbit will never have physical contact with unfamiliar rabbits during their stay. Rabbits are highly territorial, and introducing unfamiliar rabbits can lead to stress, fighting, and the spread of illness or parasites. Each rabbit (or bonded pair) enjoys their own private enclosure throughout their visit.
While many rabbits enjoy free-roaming at home, we intentionally provide each boarding guest with their own private enclosure. Shared play areas cannot be completely disinfected between every rabbit, increasing the risk of illness, parasites, and injury. Our boarding setup prioritizes your rabbit's health and safety while still providing plenty of room to relax, play, and receive attention!
First-time boarding guests are required to pay at the time of initial drop-off. Once we've had the opportunity to build a relationship with you and your bunny, returning customers are welcome to pay at pickup at the conclusion of their rabbit's stay.
While never expected, tips are always appreciated if you feel we've exceeded your expectations. Any gratuities go directly toward purchasing new bunny toys, enrichment items, and continually improving our boarding space for all of our furry guests!
Our purebred baby Holland Lops range from $450-$550, which includes lifetime support and a generous transitional care package. If you are an approved breeder, you can purchase breeding rights and a 3-generation pedigree for $50. Pricing is determined by quality, coat coloring, gender, markings, and eye color. We do not sell to profit - every single dollar is invested back into our rabbitry and into keeping our rabbits healthy/happy. These prices are established from the amount of time and effort we put into raising family-friendly companions.
If you are interested in reserving a bunny from our rabbitry, we have an adoption process to get you started. Our bunnies have a special place in our hearts, and we do everything possible to ensure they go to loving, forever homes. We require an adoption application to ensure the families are ready to take on all the responsibilities of owning a rabbit!
Holland Lops are the smallest lop-eared rabbit breed (even smaller than mini lops), averaging 2-4 lbs. fully grown. Their wonderful temperaments make them excellent family pets and ideal therapy companions. They live an average of 7-12 years, so it is a long-term commitment. Rabbits are about the same maintenance as a house cat (litter box cleaning, feeding/watering, nail trims, grooming, daily love, and attention).
We do not currently offer shipping, due to the stress this can put on young rabbits. However, if you are from out of state and flying in, we can meet you at SeaTac International airport to hand deliver your bunny for a $50 fee. We are located in western Washington state. If you need delivery or would like to meet, we charge a driving fee of $1.50 per mile (both ways). Please contact us to discuss availability. Pickup from our location is always free!
What makes us unique is the well-socialized bunnies that have been handled since the day they were born. The stunning colorings you will find nowhere else include many blue-eyed variations. Our rabbits are born and raised indoors with our family, then introduced to young children, other animals, and household noises by the time they hop out of the nest box. We take the extra step in providing a litter box and starting potty training from a young age, along with offering a lifetime support system to all customers. If you have any special requests, such as making sure your bunny spends extra time with dogs, we are happy to accommodate.
VM is an abbreviation for Vienna marked. This means the rabbit has blue or marbled (blue and brown) eyes and white patches on its face and/or paws. It is a rare gene in Holland Lops and something we specialize in.
BEW is an abbreviation for Blue-Eyed White. This color is stunning and refers to a bunny that carries two copies of the Vienna gene.
Our signature, long-lasting relationship will help you adjust to living with your new pet. This includes any questions, comments, or concerns you may encounter. Besides, one of the most rewarding things about being a breeder is watching our baby bunnies grow up happily in their new homes! We indefinitely keep in touch with members of the Emerald City Rabbitry family.
Yes! We are a proud member of the American Rabbit Breeders Association. We are happy to show proof of this before or upon adoption.
Because rabbits are social creatures, many people assume they need a bunny friend. While this may be true in some cases, rabbits can enjoy their own space and privacy. Getting multiple rabbits doubles your cost in some aspects, but it is almost always worth it, in the long run, to keep your pet from becoming lonely. We recommend sibling pairs or bunnies that come from the same breeder for the highest chance of a successful bond. It is significantly easier to bond multiple young rabbits.
A forever home is supposed to be just that, but we understand that sometimes uncontrollable circumstances lead to rehoming your beloved pet. We strongly encourage you to return the bunny to us so that we can rehome your bunny to a caring, screened, indoor home. If your now-adult rabbit is going to live with a family member or friend, we will want to know about any change of ownership. We are responsible for every bunny we bring into the world, and we need to ensure each one is in responsible hands at all times. This way, we are able to provide the same lifetime support, guidance, and advice to the new owner that we gave you!
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