The rabbits had been living in hutches and makeshift pens, with some roaming loose, after uncontrolled breeding caused numbers to spiral. The owner, who had taken in unwanted rabbits from social media over several years, struggled to cope as their numbers grew. "They are very gentle rabbits but they’re still learning to trust people and become more confident, which is understandable given their background. Sesame (Image: RSPCA)"The situation became untenable and this was something the owner recognised and wanted our help with. Last year, the RSPCA responded to 4,200 incidents involving at least ten animals at a single address.