About Us: Nibbles Rodent & Rabbit Rescue
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Our Mission and Values
​At Nibbles Rodent & Rabbit Rescue, everything we do starts with a simple belief: Because They Deserve Better.
Our mission is twofold:
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To offer a safe, caring environment where unwanted rabbits and rodents can thrive while they wait to find their forever homes. At our purpose-built centre, a passionate, experienced, and dedicated team ensures that every animal receives the love, care, and attention they deserve.
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To educate the wider public about the challenges these animals face and to advocate for higher welfare standards in every home across the UK.
Edgar and Ethel: On their second home, they arrived overweight, matted, and neglected. Now, they’re thriving—safe, loved, and enjoying the care they deserve.
For generations, the pet trade has normalised poor welfare for rabbits and rodents. Housing that’s too small, diets that are inadequate, and a lack of understanding about their needs have become the accepted norm. Many well-meaning owners simply don’t realise how far these standards fall short.
At Nibbles, we believe every life, no matter how small, matters. Rabbits and rodents are intelligent, social animals who deserve more than the bare minimum. Our values are rooted in the belief that all companion animals deserve:​
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Safe, spacious housing.
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Healthy, species-appropriate diets.
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Enrichment that allows them to express natural behaviours.
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And, above all, lives that are happy, rich, and fulfilled.
We’re not just rescuing and rehoming animals; we’re driving change—working towards a future where high welfare standards are the norm, not the exception.
Because they deserve better.
Our History: How It All Began
In 2015, Nibbles Rodent & Rabbit Rescue was born out of a need—and a dream. At the time, there was no experienced, dedicated rescue support for rabbits and rodents in South West Wales. This lack of care meant countless animals were left without the specialised help they needed. Since then, Nibbles has grown from a simple idea into a purpose-built rescue centre, becoming the only specialist rescue for rabbits and rodents in the region.
10 Years of Making a Difference
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Built our rescue centre from the ground up, starting in January 2015.
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Offered a vital lifeline to hundreds of rabbits and rodents.
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Expanded housing capacity to support more animals in need.
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Introduced a dedicated welfare team.
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Completed critical renovations and infrastructure improvements to support high welfare standards.
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Created many happily ever afters through adoption.
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To learn more about our journey and the milestones we’ve achieved, visit our blog: 10 Years of Nibbles.
Completed in 2022, our purpose-built rabbit housing marked the culmination of major infrastructure improvements, ensuring every animal has a safe and spacious environment to thrive.
Our Rescue & Re-Homing Work
At Nibbles, our work is built on expertise, dedication, and a commitment to giving rabbits and rodents the care they deserve. As specialists, our entire focus is on these animals, and we remain dedicated to staying up to date with the latest peer-reviewed research to ensure the highest standards of welfare.
The pet trade has lagged behind advancements in understanding these animals’ needs, normalising outdated practices and poor welfare standards. Rabbits and rodents are often viewed as low-maintenance pets, but the truth is that their well-being depends on care that reflects modern knowledge. At Nibbles, we use the latest research to guide everything we do, from how we care for the animals at our centre to how we shape our adoption policies.
Our purpose-built rescue centre provides safe, spacious housing and enriching environments where every animal can thrive while waiting for their forever homes. We are committed to continuously improving care practices and raising the bar for rabbit and rodent welfare—because every animal deserves the chance to live a happy, healthy, and fulfilled life.
Our welfare team provides expert care and a fresh start for every rabbit and rodent in our care
Advocating for Better Lives: Championing Rabbit and Rodent Welfare
Over the years, we’ve seen a heartbreaking pattern: more and more animals arriving in our care suffering from long-term neglect. Matted coats, obesity, poor gut health, dental spurs, and overgrown nails are all too common—yet entirely preventable with the correct care and good welfare standards.
Unlike dogs and cats, who often experience distress when transitioning into rescue environments, the lives of rabbits and rodents entering Nibbles’ care improve dramatically from the moment they arrive. At our rescue, they benefit from spacious housing, essential veterinary care, and healthy, species-appropriate diets.
This transformation highlights a harsh truth: many of these animals experience better lives in rescue than they did in their previous homes. This is not necessarily due to a lack of love but rather a lack of understanding. Generations of outdated practices within the pet trade have normalised poor welfare, leaving owners unaware of just how much these animals need and deserve.
At Nibbles, we’re working to change this. Through detailed care advice on our website, educational posts on social media, and community outreach, we aim to challenge outdated norms and raise awareness about the true needs of rabbits and rodents.
Our goal is simple but ambitious: to create a future where these animals thrive in homes across the UK. Together, we can ensure that every rabbit and rodent receives the care, respect, and happy lives they deserve.
Overgrown nails and dirty, matted fur like this are heartbreaking but all too common. We see it far more often than we should—and it’s entirely preventable with the correct care. These animals deserve so much better, and we’re here to help make that change.
Meet The Team Behind Nibbles
Nibbles wouldn’t be what it is today without the dedication, expertise, and compassion of our incredible team. From hands-on care at the rescue centre to working tirelessly behind the scenes, every team member plays a vital role in giving rabbits and rodents the brighter futures they deserve.
Siobhan
Founder & Centre Manager
Part of Nibbles since 2015.
Fun Fact: Siobhan’s love for rabbits began in the late 80s when she cared for and eventually adopted a school rabbit named Bonzo, who stole her heart and sparked a lifelong passion.
Abi
Assistant Manager
Part of Nibbles since 2019.
Fun Fact: Abi’s favourite job is the springtime power hose session—blasting away winter mud and making the centre sparkle again!
Jasmine
Senior Animal Care Assistant
Part of Nibbles since 2022.
Fun Fact: Jasmine loves grooming the buns and getting rid of all their loose fluff to keep them looking their best—even if it makes her sneeze!
Evelyn
Animal Care Volunteer
Part of Nibbles since 2018.
Fun Fact: Evelyn is a true hero—not only was she our very first volunteer, but she has been unwavering in her dedication, rarely missing a single shift throughout all these years!
Karen
Animal Care Volunteer
Part of Nibbles since 2019.
Fun Fact: Originally from Orkney, Karen laughs at Welsh weather, calling it “summer” in comparison. She’s at Nibbles every week, rain or shine, with her unwavering dedication.
Shirley
Trustee & Treasurer
Part of Nibbles since 2015.
Fun Fact: Shirley never misses an afternoon preparing fresh veggies for her ducks, chickens, and goose—rain or shine, her dedication knows no bounds.
Rachel
Trustee & Secretary
Part of Nibbles since 2015.
Fun Fact: For Rachel, her animals are her oasis of calm in a busy, hectic world. She cherishes spending her downtime with her beloved four-legged family.
Margaret
Trustee & HR
Part of Nibbles since 2019.
Fun Fact: Margaret has a superpower—she can effortlessly navigate government websites without going around in circles. We’re still not sure how she does it!
Clare
Trustee & Events
Part of Nibbles since 2019.
Fun Fact: Clare volunteers on Saturdays to help clean the buns and always brings plenty of love. We’ve even had to enforce a treat limit to keep her from spoiling them too much!
'Charlie'
AI Digital Assistant
Part of Nibbles since 2025.
Fun Fact: Charlie brings the tech skills the rest of the team lacks, turning coding and other technical challenges into stress-free solutions as our trusty digital assistant!
Get Involved & Support Our Work
At Nibbles, we’re working hard behind the scenes to take big steps forward as we move into 2025 and beyond. While our website is still a work in progress, we’re excited about the changes ahead and can’t wait to share new ways for you to support our mission.
The best way to stay connected at present is to join our monthly newsletter. You’ll be the first to know about exciting updates, future projects, and how you can help us create brighter futures for rabbits and rodents.