Bunny Haven Café in Toms River, N.J., is both a haven for rescued rabbits and the people who come to visit.
During your visit at this family-friendly café, you’ll spend intentional time with rescued bunnies in a thoughtfully designed environment that’s both beautiful and bunny-friendly. During each 45-minute session, participants can interact and immerse themselves in the lives of bunnies, sip a drink or have light refreshments, and share time with friends and family. And, oh yes, shop for rabbit-related gifts.
Each session offers a chance to slow down and enjoy the simple joy these animals bring.
As a mom, lifelong animal lover, and seasoned corporate executive, founder Christine Hordeman created Bunny Haven Cafe with the hope of building something truly meaningful for both people and animals.
For years, animals had been a source of comfort, joy and calm in her life. She dreamed of creating a welcoming space where others could experience that same feeling. She was even more motivated when she learned about the widespread issues surrounding rabbit abandonment, neglect and misunderstanding. Despite being one of the most commonly surrendered pets, rabbits are often overlooked and misunderstood. Hordeman saw an opportunity to create a unique experience that not only brings people together but also helps educate the community, support rescue efforts and shine a light on these incredible animals. And maybe get a few bunnies adopted, too.
Drawing on more than a decade of executive leadership experience, including Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Compliance Officer for nationally recognized organizations, Hordeman combined her expertise in leadership with her passion for animal welfare to bring Bunny Haven Cafe to life. She says she hopes to inspire compassion, encourage responsible pet ownership and provide a safe, enriching environment where rescue rabbits can help create meaningful connections with visitors of all ages.
The comfort, safety, and well-being of the rabbits is first and foremost – groups are small, interactions monitored and there’s time between sessions for the rabbits to take a break. They strive to make the animal interactions calm, ethical and respectful. Customers praise the sweet and knowledgeable Hordeman, her friendly staff and welcoming, cozy atmosphere.
Tickets are $25 weekdays and $28 weekends plus taxes and fees and all reservations are for a specific time slot. Sessions are 45 minutes. There are also options for groups and special events. Age requirement for all sessions is 2 years and older as the experience does require children to remain on the floor during hands-on encounters. Children 12 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult, with their own ticket.
