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  • VARC 2026: Rabbits in Law and Policy — From the Meat Trade to Military Training

    Dedicated to Sandy, 15 August 2019 – 17 March 2026, with love. I was honoured to speak at VARC 2026 on rabbits in law and policy. This presentation examined how rabbits continue to disappear between legal and policy categories, and why that leads to weaker protection across systems ranging from the meat trade to military…

  • Overview: Ending the Era of Animal Testing

    This report by Hop to Save Rabbits examines the legal, ethical, and scientific arguments against the continued use of animals in laboratory research. While millions of animals—including rabbits, dogs, and primates—continue to suffer in experiments, the report highlights that these methods are often scientifically outdated and fail to accurately predict human outcomes. The Case for…

  • Overview: Tackling the Rabbit Abandonment Crisis

    Rabbit abandonment is a significant and growing welfare crisis across the UK. While the tireless work of rescue centres remains vital, long-term success depends on a “prevention-first” approach that addresses why rabbits are being abandoned in the first place. This report by Hop to Save Rabbits outlines the severe risks faced by abandoned domestic pets…