- Rabbit Awareness WeekRAW, 2nd-10th June 2018
We know how passionate schools, parents and pupils are about animal welfare. Each year many of you come together for RAW to help support and promoted the welfare needs of rabbits. RAW offers a great chance for schools to educate their students and the local community about rabbits and the five welfare needs. Please have a look at the resources below and find out more about how you can get involved in this year’s campaign and get maximum awareness in your local community for your part in Rabbit Awareness Week.
Rabbits, along with all other animals have five key welfare needs. Click each welfare need to find out more or download our RAW Rabbit Care Guide.
An appropriate balanced diet
A rabbit friend to live with
To be protected from pain, suffering and disease
Safe, secure housing that allows them space to roam
The opportunity to be able to exhibit normal behaviour patterns
Check out or downloadable assets from RAW and Wood Green The Animals Charity for you to use in the classroom.
This year's campaign is all about encouraging owners to move away from muesli towards a healthier high-fibre, hay based diet for their rabbits. Read the partners' letter to see why we're challenging owners to 'move away from muesli'.
Sign our letter
Find out more about Wood Green The Animals Charity and their work with schools.
Find out moreRabbits require regular vaccinations and health checks.