Prince John
June 30, 2008 l 1 Comment
Go, George!
June 29, 2008 l Comments Off
Someone recently commented, after hearing that Rex was over 9 years old, that they didn’t know rabbits could live for so long. I knew I’d heard about Flopsy, the rabbit in Australia that is reported to have lived for over 18 years. But I decided to do some searching on other very old bunnies and found an article about the world’s oldest living rabbit, recognized by Guinness just this past month.
Plenty of hopping? Just a nibble of the finest lettuce? Clean living? Whatever he’s been doing, it’s working. George, a rabbit living with a Tewksbury family, has been declared the oldest rabbit in the world by the Guinness Book of World Records.
George, who is 14, was awarded the “The Oldest Living Rabbit” honors by Guinness after several vets confirmed his age.
The life expectancy for rabbits is 6 to 8 years, making George nearly double the average, or about 160 years old in human terms.
full article from The Boston Globe – June 12, 2008
some photos
June 28, 2008 l 2 Comments
From this past Monday’s ‘A Day in the Life’ photo essay. You can see all of the pictures here: ditl (6.23.08)
Methinks this would be very popular with the zoo crew
June 27, 2008 l 1 Comment
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Apologies for being away. We’ve had relatives over these past couple weeks (and naturally they adore the cats and Rex). But the zookeeper hasn’t had much time to sleep and even less time to get online.
Kh. Michelle – Charlotte already gave some good advice to check out cats.about.com; in addition I would also recommend www.catforum.com. Hope that helps!
Rex…and the relatively decent hair day
June 26, 2008 l Comments Off
Some days have his coat almost looking full and soft again,
while other days have him looking a bit mangy.
Beware of Identity Theft
June 23, 2008 l 4 Comments
How cute is this? Thanks to Maria (Linda) for sending it along…
Stephanie
June 21, 2008 l 4 Comments
Her boy, her bliss
June 20, 2008 l 2 Comments
This is what Miko does when Stephen comes home, claiming his stuff with a contented sigh. It’s crazy how much she loves that kid.
what every bunny owner should know
June 18, 2008 l 3 Comments
This was in the June Newsletter from Leith Petwerks:
Bob with Rabbit Advocates refashioned a piece read by Paul Harvey about dogs into The Ten Commandments for Bunny Moms & Dads. If you’re reading this newsletter, you’ll know them. But perhaps there is someone new to rabbits that you could share them with? Pass it on!
The Ten Commandments for Bunny Moms & Dads
1. My life can last ten to twelve years, with good care. Any separation from you will be painful for me. Consider this before you adopt me.
2. I am not a dog or a cat. I behave like a rabbit. Take the time to study and learn why I behave as I do. When you understand me, your expectations will be realistic.
3. Please provide me a clean and safe place to live, and I will trust you. In my safe place, make sure I have proper food and water to keep me healthy.
4. Don’t just leave me in my cage. I am very social. I need supervised exercise time, and love to interact with my family. You have your work, your friends, and entertainment. I ONLY HAVE YOU.
5. Talk to me. Even if I don’t understand your words, I understand your voice when you are speaking to me. Be aware that, however you treat me, I will not forget.
6. Remember that I don’t understand punishment. Never hit me. I would have no idea what that was about. I am very delicate, and easily injured.
7. Before you become impatient with me for being uncooperative, obstinate, or reclusive, ask yourself if something may be bothering me. Perhaps I’m not feeling well. We rabbits are prey animals and hide our pain very well. Maybe my tummy hurts or I have an infection, or I’m just aging. Sudden changes in behavior often indicate a life-threatening emergency, so take me to my bunny doctor WITHOUT DELAY.
8. Take care of me when I get old. You, too, will get old.
9. Go with me on difficult journeys. Never say “I can’t bear to watch,” Or “Let it happen in my absence.” EVERYTHING IS EASIER IF YOU ARE THERE.
10. Remember, I LOVE YOU.
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(a note on the photo: The fur around Rex’s mouth has slowly lost pigment as he ages and it’s almost completely white now. Personally, I think it’s kinda cute.)
kitty toes
June 17, 2008 l 1 Comment
(they make me go all mushy-melty inside)
