Shared Values
The beliefs that unite House Rabbit Society and Rabbit.org Foundation, drawn directly from their published philosophy pages.
The following values are drawn from the published philosophy pages of House Rabbit Society and Rabbit.org Foundation. Both organizations share a deep commitment to rabbit welfare, and their core beliefs overlap substantially.
Disclaimer: Rabbit.org Foundation is an independent organization with no formal affiliation with House Rabbit Society. This page presents their published values side by side for educational purposes only.
House Rabbit Society
"Help people see rabbits as intelligent and social pets that thrive indoors"
Rabbit.org Foundation
"Intelligent and social animals who deserve to be treated with dignity and respect"
House Rabbit Society
"Valuable as individuals, regardless of breed purity, temperament, state of health"
Rabbit.org Foundation
"Intrinsic worth as an individual, regardless of breed purity, temperament, state of health"
House Rabbit Society
"Product of human interference — human responsibility that these animals be cared for in a manner appropriate to their needs"
Rabbit.org Foundation
"Rely on humans for their well-being, making it our duty"
House Rabbit Society
"In the best interest of domesticated rabbits to be neutered/spayed"
Rabbit.org Foundation
"Neutering or spaying domestic rabbits is in their best interest"
House Rabbit Society
"Treated for illnesses by veterinarians"
Rabbit.org Foundation
"Regular veterinary treatment and care are essential for the overall health and happiness"
House Rabbit Society
"Same individual rights, level of care, and opportunity for longevity as dogs and cats"
Rabbit.org Foundation
"Same language used verbatim"
House Rabbit Society
"Mental stimulation, toys, exercise, environmental activity, and social interaction"
Rabbit.org Foundation
"Important role of mental stimulation, playtime, exercise, environmental activity, and social interaction"
House Rabbit Society
"Welfare of all rabbits is our primary consideration. We are against the exploitation of rabbits in any and all forms"
Rabbit.org Foundation
"Against the exploitation of rabbits in any and all forms unless it directly benefits the rabbits under the guidance of a rabbit rescue"
House Rabbit Society
"Change cultural perceptions of domesticated rabbits and improve their quality of care and living standards"
Rabbit.org Foundation
"Dedicated to working toward a future where all domestic rabbits are given the care and attention they deserve"
House Rabbit Society
No specific language
Rabbit.org Foundation
"Encourage the use of positive reinforcement techniques — imperative to discourage and avoid fear-based and punishment-based behavior-modification techniques"
House Rabbit Society
"We do not support or align ourself with any group or individual promoting rabbits as food animals"
Rabbit.org Foundation
No specific language
House Rabbit Society
"In the best interest of wild rabbits that human intervention be held to a minimum"
Rabbit.org Foundation
"In the best interest of wild rabbits that human intervention be minimized — exceptions include rehabilitation or endangered species situations"
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We encourage you to read both organizations' full philosophy statements before adopting. Understanding these values will help you provide the best possible home for a rabbit.