There are countless homeless animals in foster care and at shelters and we do hope you consider adoption as an alternative to pet purchase. The advantages to adoption are several: Adults pets have the advantage of an established personality and finding compatibility is more reliable. This is especially important with baby rabbits and young birds that often start out as quiet easy-going pets and can have dramatic personality changes at adolescence (about 6 months of age for bunnies). Adopting an older pet also gives you a shorter commitment if you are new to pet ownership or still figuring it out. Remember that rabbits can live over 10 years and pet birds over 20 years. Lastly, you are giving a new life to a neglected and forgotten pet and that has to feel amazing!
We have compiled a list of local rescue groups. Please call us at IEVC if you need pet selection advice (631) 424-0300 or email us at islandexoticvetcare@outlook.com
RABBITS:
1. Long Island Rabbit Rescue
information@longislandrabbitrescue.org
2. All About Rabbits Rescue
allaboutrabbitsrescue@gmail.com
3. Rabbit Rescue & Rehab
DOMESTIC BIRDS:
1. Long Island Budgie Rescue is based in Levittown
Helps to reunite and rehome domestic birds
Message us on Facebook or leave a message at: 516-320-4398
PARROTS:
1. Long Island Parrot Society
631-957-1100
2. Feathered Friends Parrot Adoption Services, Inc.
718-478-8461
FERRETS:
AFC Ferret Connection
www.facebook.com/afcaferretconnection
MULTIPLE SPECIES: guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, others
1. STAR Foundation-
631-736-8207
2. Empty Cages Collective
800- 880-2684
WILDLIFE RESCUE AND REHABILITATION:
1. Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rehab Center
631-728-9453
2. STAR Foundation
631-736-8207
3. Volunteers for Wildlife
516-674-0982
info@volunteersforwildlife.org
In addition to those listed, we also recommend to check your local town shelters and petfinder.com. And check in with us at Island Exotics for advice and possible leads on adoptable exotics.