New policy will condemn more bunnies to death in overcrowded shelters

PetSmart, the largest retailer of pet supplies in the U.S., recently announced plans to start selling dwarf rabbits in their stores, a substantial break from their previous policy of working with rescue organizations to place rescued bunnies. Rabbits are the third most-frequently relinquished companion animals at shelters across the country, right behind dogs and cats, and PetSmart's decision to sell rabbits when thousands languish in shelters will cause millions more to die.

Contrary to popular belief, rabbits generally require more time and attention than cats and dogs, so many people who make impulse purchases in pet stores soon surrender them to shelters. Even worse, some are released into the outdoors, where they are typically eaten by predators or run over by cars. PetSmart has honored its commitment not to sell puppies and kittens in any of its stores, and they ought to extend the same protection to rabbits.

WHAT YOU CAN DO
Please call or write PetSmart to politely tell them that you are unhappy with their decision to sell rabbits in their stores.
Also encourage them to expand their rabbit adoption programs by reaching out to more rabbit rescue groups, and let them know that you will shop elsewhere as long as they continue to sell rabbits.
>>> PetSmart, Inc.
>>> 19601 North 27th Avenue
>>> Phoenix, AZ 85027

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