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…

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…

Nuisance rabbits and squirrels in Appleton can be trapped and relocated with permission

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A rabbit sits in a pot of vegetables. Reader questions: We live in Appleton, and we have a problem with rabbits eating many of our flowering plants and shrubs in our yard. We also have squirrels gnawing on some of our expensive outdoor furniture. I have a friend in Kimberly who traps rabbits and then lets them go to the country. Can we legally trap and release in Appleton without getting in trouble? Answer: Landowners in Wisconsin can legally trap rabbits and squirrels on their own property at any time without a license. State law also allows landowners to hunt…

Flood threatened rabbit species west of Modesto. How experts plucked the animals to safety

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Fumika Takahashi recalled a gray January day when she set out to rescue rabbits. The federal wildlife biologist kayaked along the lower San Joaquin River, which had risen close to the treetops. She and other experts hoped to find a rare species called the riparian brush rabbit. “The floodwaters came up very quickly, so a lot of the rabbits were stranded in trees, or on logs and floating debris, because there wasn’t enough time for them to make it to high ground,” Takahashi said Friday afternoon. She works for the US Fish and Wildlife Service, which ended up catching about…

Pet rabbits need freedom to exercise, study finds

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A young rabbit looking through the grass. Credit: Ksd5/Wikipedia Pet rabbits have higher levels of the stress hormone—corticosterone—and show rebound activity when kept in small hutches with restricted exercise, new research led by the University of Bristol Vet School has found. The research highlights the importance that pairs of pet rabbits should have the freedom to exercise outside their home enclosure even when they are kept in hutches larger than the traditional size. Rabbits are a popular choice for many families, with an estimated 900,000 rabbits kept as pets in the UK. Several studies have looked at the housing needs…

Disabled kitten who can’t use his back legs moves in with baby rabbits while receiving therapy

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Honorary Easter bunny! Adorable disabled kitten who can’t use his hind legs makes friends with RABBITS at animal shelter where he awaits loving furever home A disabled cat without active rear legs was integrated with rabbits in Utah Canelo the cat is now said to be recovering well and awaiting adoption By Neirin Gray Desai For Dailymail.Com Published: 9:01 PM EDT, April 9, 2023 | Updated: 9:12 p.m. EDT, April 9, 2023 A disabled cat without active rear legs was integrated with rabbits at an animal shelter in Utah this Easter weekend. Canelo the domestic cat arrived at the Best…

How to deter rats: Three ‘effective’ ways to stop rats from entering your garden naturally

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2. Block off any forms of shelter Rats make homes under existing structures, such as garden buildings and decking. To prevent this, it is advised to block entry to areas beneath these – no matter how narrow the space. However, before doing this, ensure there are no rats living underneath the structure that is being blocked off, as “they will die an unpleasant death”, warned the experts. Households should also have a general clear up in their garden, getting rid of any debris and cutting back overgrown vegetation. This will provide rats with less cover. Even keeping the grass short…

Abandoned Dog ‘King’ Back With Owner After Touching Reunion

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MONEE, IL — A ‘good boy’ King is back with his owner, after a heartwarming reunion for the two at a humane society on Monday. South Suburban Humane Society shared on Monday that the two have been reunited, with some help from their friends. “We have some amazing news,” the humane society wrote on social media. “King and his mom are reunited! She was able to find some temporary living arrangements where she could bring him and we were overjoyed to reunite them today!” “She knows that we are here for a lifetime of support. Thank you all so much…