Altaira - Finally!

I am delighted to announce that I finally have a bunny of my very own.  I adopted him from Belgrave Bunnies, the rescue centre I have been helping out with for about a year.

He is a bit young to be away from his mother (about 8 weeks), but the owner would not be told.  She insisted she wanted rid of the babies RIGHT NOW, and to be honest Debbie (of Belgrave Bunnies) and I were afraid of what she might do if she was refused.  The worst part is that this woman’s doe is now pregnant AGAIN.  I don’t know where to start with that.  The woman claims the bunnies are dwarf lops, but we think there is actually a bit of Netherland Dwarf in there, from the ears and face shape particularly.  The woman dropped the babies off at a neutral location, so we did not get to see the parents.

There are 3 babies, all are on pellets and hay with no problems at all.  I had to choose between the two boys, and one of them was much more interested in me than the other so he is the one I brought home.  He is completely black with brown eyes and very keen to explore.  Everything that can be sniffed, climbed on, crawled around or rubbed against has been thoroughly enjoyed.  We have had lots of cuddles, and he climbs into my lap.  He has been a house bunny since arriving at the rescue, and that is what he will stay.  I bought him a house with an attached run, which he just loves to bounce around and then flop in.  He has been eating, drinking and pooping in abundance, so I am happy.

His name is Sir Arthur Fuzzbutt McFluffersons, but will be known as Arthur.  Pictures to follow very soon!

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