Fuzzy Florida town faces, adorable invasion species: lionhead rabbits

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Breadcrumb Trail Links World News Let loose by a backyard breeder two years ago, the longhaired bunnies now number in the scores, and the city is considering a cull Author of the article: The Associated Press Terry Spencer Published Jul 17, 2023 • Last updated 2 days ago • 4 minute read Alicia Griggs looks out at rabbits outside her home during an interview this month in Wilton Manors, Fla. Photo by Wilfredo Lee /THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Article content WILTON MANORS, Fla. — When Alicia Griggs steps outside her suburban Fort Lauderdale home, Florida’s latest invasive species comes a-hoppin’ down…

Fuzzy invasion of domestic rabbits has a Florida suburb hopping into a hunt for new owners

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Open this photo in gallery: Alicia Griggs looks out at rabbits outside her home during an interview, in Wilton Manors, Fla., on July 11.Wilfredo Lee/The Associated Press When Alicia Griggs steps outside her suburban Fort Lauderdale home, Florida’s latest invasive species comes a-hoppin’ down the street: lionhead rabbits. The bunnies, which sport an impressive flowing mane around their heads, want the food Ms. Griggs carries. But she also represents their best chance of survival and moving where this domesticated breed belongs: inside homes, away from cars, cats, hawks, Florida heat and possibly government-hired exterminators. Ms. Griggs is spearheading efforts to…

Droitwich students are now equipped to properly care for pet rabbits thanks to Blue Cross

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CHILDREN from a Droitwich school are the latest among the future generation to learn about the complex needs of domesticated rabbits as part of Blue Cross’ plans to educate pet owners. Four, five and six-year-olds at the Ombersley Endowed First School were treated to an in-depth presentation by Blue Cross education officer, Jason Cortis on how best to look after pet bunnies. According to a recent PDSA report, 53 per cent of rabbit owners lack the necessary knowledge of their pets’ basic care needs. The Blue Cross talk, arranged by local developer Bromford, hopes to help the younger generation understand…

I’m devastated after Evri lost my pet rat’s ashes after I sent them to get turned into a cuddly toy

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A WOMAN has been left devastated after courier firm Evri lost her pet rat’s ashes, which she had sent off to be made into a cuddly toy. Jaimie Popplewell, from Hull, Yorkshire, wanted a souvenir of her beloved rodent Pumpkin after she succumbed to pneumonia in January. 4 Jaimie Popplewell, 21, was devastated by the death of her pet rat PumpkinCredit: MEN Media 4 After he was cremated, he sent his ashes off to be placed in a crocheted toyCredit: MEN Media Jaimie, 21, told the Hull Daily Mail that she was heartbroken by the loss. The pet owner’s disturbance…

Wedgewood Pharmacy Merges with Blue Rabbit to Deliver Exceptional Veterinary Pharmacy Services Nationwide

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SWEDESBORO, NJ, June 14, 2023–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Wedgewood Pharmacy, the nation’s largest veterinary compounding pharmacy, announced its merger with Blue Rabbit, an emerging leader in veterinary prescription management and pharmacy solutions. The combined business, led by Wedgewood’s CEO Marcy Bliss, seeks to ensure exceptionally fast service of high-quality preparations to its more than 70,000 veterinary customers via an expanded network of nationally licensed and accredited pharmacies dedicated exclusively to animal health. The merger adds small-animal dispensing locations in Novato, CA, and Raleigh, NC, as well as dedicated equine pharmacies in Lexington, KY, and Bakersfield, CA, to Wedgewood’s existing facilities in Swedesboro, NJ,…

The SPCA seizes 162 rabbits from the Abbotsford property

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The BC SPCA seized 162 rabbits from an Abbotsford home on May 26, but the man behind the operation says the animals were not in any danger and he is fighting to get them back. SPCA spokesperson Eileen Drever said the agency received a call from someone concerned about animals being “possibly in distress” at a home in a residential neighborhood in central Abbotsford. She said she couldn’t comment on the specifics of the case, but, generally, the agency visits a reported location and makes recommendations on improvements that should be made. “If they fail to follow our recommendations, then…

Do they need pets of their own?

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Rabbits are fun and loving fur balls that entertain their owners with their crazy antics. It’s natural to wonder if a bunny would be happier with an animal companion. Living with other rabbits provides reassurance and stability for these little creatures. So, the simple answer is YES because rabbits are highly social animals. ALSO READ: 5 Toys your hamster loves to play with [PICTURES] Do you have a pet video or picture you’d like to share with The South African? If so, email [email protected] or WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Why do rabbits need animal encounters? In their natural…

Australia orders cat curfew to stop native species being wiped out

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Cat curfew Down Under: Australia orders moggies be kept indoors to stop them wiping out native species – with 27 animals already driven to extinction By Isaan Khan Published: 20:38 EDT, March 5, 2023 | Updated: 9:12 p.m. EDT, March 5, 2023 Strict cat curfews have been introduced across Australia in a bid to stop them driving other animals to extinction. The drastic move has seen owners face restrictions such as a limit on the number of cats per household and the rule that owners must keep the pets on a lead to leave the property. Councils also have the…