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…

Zicorba urges ban on rabbits imports from SA

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Rabbit haemorrhagic disease is fatal in rabbits. It is caused by several virus strains. RABBIT farmers’ lobby group, the Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association (Zicorba) has called for an immediate ban on live rabbit imports from South Africa following the recent outbreak of a deadly rabbit virus in that country. The Kingdom of Eswatini recently banned imports of live rabbits from South Africa and more countries in southern Africa may follow suit. Zicorba president Regis Nyamakanga said a temporary ban of imports from South Africa would help prevent the spread of the rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD), which broke out in…

A walk on the wild side? Why hikers could see more animals this Memorial Day weekend

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A squirrel with his cheeks filled in Yosemite Valley on April 11, 2020. (Carolyn Cole / Los Angeles Times) With Memorial Day weekend now upon us, residents across California will get out in nature and experience an ecosystem reshaped by a record-setting wet winter. Wildlife experts say the rain has already started to improve habitats and populations for certain species — a trend they hope to reverberate through the entire landscape. That likely means the region will be populated with more squirrels, rabbits, rats and snakes although, in some cases, it could take several months or longer to see the…

Abandoned rabbits found near Torphins three months after a similar incident in Aberdeenshire

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Five rabbits have been found abandoned near a village in Aberdeenshire. The discovery on May 26 at the Hill of Fare near Torphins comes three months after several similar rabbits were found in the same area. Inspectors from the Scottish SPCA are concerned that the two incidents may be linked and are now appealing for any information. Scottish SPCA inspector, Alexandra Campbell, said: “A total of five rabbits were abandoned. “One of the animals was pregnant and sadly died giving birth at our animal rescue and rehoming centre. Sadly, her litter also passed away. Scottish SPCAAnyone who recognizes the animals…

RSPCA fears animals found dead in lay-by were illegally hunted

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Two foxes were among animals found dead, with RSPCA inspectors fearing they were victims of illegal hunting. (Stock image: Getty) A collection of animals found dead in a lay-by may have been the result of illegal hunting, the RSPCA fears. Two foxes, four rabbits and a badger were all found dead in a lay-by with dog attack-like wounds, the animal’s charity said. The bodies were found dumped in a ditch near Ashford, Kent, on 3 May. All the animals except the badger had wounds consistent with being attacked by dogs, the RSPCA said, with inspectors saying it suggested someone was…

Scared of the Dark: Fans fume after stars ‘prod’ rabbit during task

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The celebrities are involved in a world first experiment (Picture: PA) Scared of the Dark viewers slammed Tuesday’s edition of the reality series after the celebrities were seen ‘prodding’ a rabbit during a challenge. The action-packed show hosted by actor Danny Dyer, sees eight celebrities spend eight days living in pitch black darkness while being constantly filmed. The group must participate in challenges in order to maintain their place on the show, and win meals or treats. In order to leave ‘The Bunker’ in I’m A Celebrity style, the celebrities must shout, ‘I’m Scared of The Dark.’ At this point,…

Snowshoe hares: Adorable BC animal is a part-time cannibal

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A really cute BC mammal is a part-time cannibal. One of the most adorable critters roaming through the BC wilderness has an unexpected appetite — for flesh. Snowshoe hares, beloved for their ivory fur and the way they effortlessly bound across deep snow, appear quite innocent-looking, with big, dark eyes and a quintessential, twitching “bunny” nose. But the forest dwellers aren’t strictly herbivores, unlike their rabbit cousins. Indeed, these alabaster buns opportunistically die on whatever they can get their mouths on, which typically includes a range of vegetation during the spring and summer and bark in the winter. Dr. Stan…

New Case of Bird Flu Found in Indonesia, Experts Warned of a Potential Outbreak

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PEOPLE’S MIND – The South Kalimantan Department of Food Security and Agriculture confirmed the first case of bird flu in its region. About 30 poultries tested positive for Avian Influenza (AI) or Bird Flu. Farmers in Kusan Hilir subdistrict had their poultry tested by tracheal swabs on February 27, 2023. “We conducted tracheal swab tests on 80 birds, and laboratory results showed that the samples tested positive for bird flu.” “There are about 30 birds that tested positive,” said the Head of the Livestock and Animal Health Division, Andire Juniar Tenggara. The Department of Food Security and Agriculture has put…