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Bagpipes the adoptable rabbit wants to hop into a new home

By James Cullum

If she likes you, the only sound you’ll hear from Bagpipes the rabbit is some happy purring and humming.

The short-haired black rabbit is up for adoption with the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.

“Rabbits are very clever and can learn to be housebroken, among other skills and tricks,” AWLA spokesperson Gina Hardter told ALXnow. “Contrary to popular opinion, carrots are just a small part of a rabbit’s diet.  Rabbits at the AWLA eat mainly hay and specially formulated pellets, with additional treats of leafy greens and other fruits and veggies.”

Schedule time to meet Bagpipes at AlexandriaAnimals.org/Adopt-By-Appointment.

About the Author

  • Reporter James Cullum has spent nearly 20 years covering Northern Virginia. He began working with ALXnow in 2020, and has covered every story under the sun for the publication, from investigative stories to features and photo galleries. His work includes coverage of national and international situations, as well as from the White House, Capitol, Pentagon, Supreme Court and State Department. He's covered protests and riots throughout the U.S. (including the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol), in addition to earthquake-ridden Haiti, Western Sahara in North Africa and war-torn South Sudan. He has photographed presidents and other world leaders, celebrities and famous musicians, and excels under pressure.