A rabbit rescue operation was launched to save bunnies from rising floodwaters

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Officials have been rescuing hundreds of endangered riparian brush rabbits, listed as an endangered species, from being stranded and trapped as a result of flooding in the San Joaquin River National Wildlife Refuge. (US Fish and Wildlife Service) With record-breaking storms wreaking havoc throughout the state, even the rabbits need rescuing. For months, a team from the US Fish and Wildlife Service has navigated the Central Valley looking to rescue from rising floodwaters stranded riparian brush rabbits, a small, brown and white creature listed as an endangered species. Using canoes and motorboats, the five team members have trekked out in…

What Fruits Can Rabbits Eat?

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15 options to share with your bunny manonalard / Getty Images Reviewed by Natasha Diehl Rabbits are herbivorous animals and can safely eat fruit, but the majority of their plant diet should not be fruit. Fruits should not exceed two percent of your rabbit’s total diet. Grass hay, leafy green vegetables, and rabbit pellets should instead be the bulk of your bunny’s daily diet, and fruits should be offered only as healthy treats. Too much fruit can result in digestive issues including ileus, a life-threatening problem. If you want to give your rabbit some fruit as a treat, offer small…

Picky flamingos prove birds of a feather do flock together

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The flamingo may appear to be a bird of graceful insouciance, but when it comes to picking flock-mates, it is surprisingly choosy. Bird experts have found that the pink waders form cliques with like-minded individuals within their group. It means that, despite its name, a flamboyance of flamingos will have its share of non-showy, submissive individuals huddling together away from their more uproarious associates. “Our previous research has shown that individual flamingos have particular friends within the flock,” said Dr. Paul Rose, from Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) and Exeter University’s Center for Research in Animal Behavior. “In this study,…

Feathered Friends: ‘Scavenging’ for birds | Lifestyles

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It’s a cozy morning here in the house as I awake to a very frosty and icy late February morning – further convincing me that February and March got mixed up on our weather calendar. I took a quick walk outside to get the bird feeders filled and operating after that a heavy layer of ice coated them. The birds will be very happy for the bird feed today with most of their natural food supply encrusted by ice and little chance that we will see above freezing temps for a while. While I enjoy being home and retired, I…

Good Samaritans save adorable pet bunny dumped on TTC subway tracks

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This story about an abandoned pet bunny could have ended terrifyingly, but thankfully, a group of Toronto volunteers stepped up to save the adorable creature. Last Thursday, March 9, around 8:30 pm, a terrified bunny rabbit was spotted running around the tracks at Rosedale Station, narrowingly avoiding a subway train as it barreled down the tracks. The sweet bunny was spotted and its location was quickly shared with the Rabbit Rescue group, which deals with missing or abandoned pet bunnies. Volunteers from the group quickly sprung into action after an email was sent about the bun bun’s location. Instagram user…

Which animals are illegal to own as pets in Vancouver, BC?

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Even commonplace pets have a limit. Pets come in all species and sizes. Although dogs and cats make up the majority of commonplace pets, other critters such as bunnies, birds, and mice are also popular among pet owners. However, not all animals can be kept as legal pets. Locals looking for a unique animal companion may be surprised at which animals are actually illegal to own as pets in Vancouver. Goats, ducks, and pot-bellied pigs are adorable and are just a few of the more unusual animals seen in people’s homes. Yet, these cute creatures, along with other domestic animals…

Bryce Hall Joins Celeb Partners Michael Buble, Snoop Dogg and Ryan Kavanaugh at Cause-Concious Dog For Dog

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Dog For Dog was the first company to launch a one-for-one dog product, its initial slogan was “you buy one, we give one.” Dog For Dog quickly became a household name – carried in over 10,000 retailers and donated over 1 million pounds of dog food to shelters and dogs in need – with a goal of reaching 5 million pounds in total. STARTING THE MISSIONDog For Dog was founded in 2011 by “The Billion Dollar Producer” Ryan Kavanaugh and was shortly thereafter Michael Bublé and Snoop Dogg joined as partners. The three shared a vision to create the healthiest,…

Greatest freshwater, non-aggressive & peaceable neighborhood tank fish

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Whether or not you’re skilled in oceanography or simply an beginner who needs to get began with your personal aquarium, this text is for you. It may be tough to select the very best freshwater fish, particularly since you’re unfamiliar with these little creatures. Behind each vital alternative is correct analysis that permits you to make the only option. Persistence is vital, so take your time and study fish and tips on how to take care of them as a lot as doable. The truth that you’re already on the lookout for freshwater peaceable tank fish means you realize what you need.…