18 Rabbits Abandoned at a Dumpster in Golden, CO.

On May 10, 2025, eighteen domestic rabbits, including two litters of babies and several adults, were found abandoned in cages near a dumpster at 15730 W 6th Ave Frontage Rd.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is seeking public assistance to identify the responsible party, as the act is both illegal and inhumane.

The rabbits, unable to survive in the wild, highlight a growing issue of pet abandonment.

Authorities urge anyone with information to contact 303-271-5070.

This incident underscores the need for responsible pet ownership and the challenges faced by animal welfare organizations.

Who’s the Harebrained Culprit?

Eighteen domestic rabbits were abandoned in cages by a dumpster at 15730 W 6th Ave Frontage Rd in Golden on May 10. That’s not a typo—18 rabbits, including two litters of babies (6 juveniles, 7 younger babies with their mom), a few adult females,… pic.twitter.com/SUhripbs57

— Jeffco Sheriff (@jeffcosheriffco) May 30, 2025