Millions of toys are discarded each year—especially stuffed animals. Despite being among the most loved toys children own, they are also among the most frequently discarded once they’re outgrown.

By cleaning, preparing, and rehoming gently used stuffed animals, The Bunny Bin helps extend the life of toys that might otherwise end up in landfills, incinerators, or eventually make their way into the environment.

The toys at The Bunny Bin are gently loved and carefully inspected before being listed for adoption.

Depending on the fabric, certain toys may also show natural pilling over time—especially soft plush materials that are meant to be cuddled and well-loved.

Any significant imperfections will be clearly mentioned in the listing so families know exactly what to expect.

Every toy that arrives at The Bunny Bin goes through a multi-step cleaning and preparation process before it is listed for adoption.

Upon arrival, toys first go into “hibernation” (the freezer) as a precaution, helping to ensure that any unwanted critters are eliminated.

After hibernation, toys are washed and carefully cleaned. Items that cannot be machine-washed—such as toys with internal electronics or delicate materials—are cleaned by hand or surface-treated instead.

Because every toy is different, the exact process may vary slightly depending on the toy’s materials and condition.

You can read more about the full cleaning process here.

Each toy is inspected before it is listed. If a toy contains small components or other features that may not be suitable for very young children, this will be noted clearly in the listing so families can decide whether it’s appropriate for their household.

Because these toys are secondhand, The Bunny Bin cannot guarantee their original construction or manufacturing standards. As with any toy, adult supervision is recommended for very young children.

Every Bunny Bin rescue is carefully cleaned and inspected before adoption. Because these toys come from previous homes, we cannot guarantee their prior environmental conditions, including possible exposure to pets or other allergens.

While our hope is that our rescues find homes wherever they are most loved, households managing severe allergies may wish to carefully consider whether a secondhand plush toy is the right choice.

We hope to offer other types of toys in the near future, so more families can participate in the sustainability and circular economy mission behind The Bunny Bin.