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March 27, 2020
New photos and a video of Trixie's babies are posted on the Baby Holland Lops page. They are so much fun right now and are getting a lot of attention during the coronavirus lockdown, or whatever it's called now.
Be well and stay healthy, Friends!
New photos and a video of Trixie's babies are posted on the Baby Holland Lops page. They are so much fun right now and are getting a lot of attention during the coronavirus lockdown, or whatever it's called now.
Be well and stay healthy, Friends!
March 24, 2020
I have been battling my kids for computer time, so didn't share this news earlier. Tootsie and Splish have been placed together in a new home. They originally came to meet only Tootsie, but asked to meet Splish as well upon their arrival. They were torn between the two, so asked if they could take both of them. Since Tootsie had already been spayed, we were very happy to send them to their new home together, with plenty of bunny bonding resource information (and a spare cage we had collecting dust). Thank you to the T. Family for welcoming both of these lovely Buns into your home!
You may have noticed that Plum Bun's listing has been removed. We discovered that she has a rather sizeable lump in one of her ears. The vet checked it, but was not able to aspirate it and check the cells under her microscope because the mass was so hard. We have been keeping a close watch on it and believe it is remaining stable in size (which is a good thing.) Because our vets are trying to keep appointments to emergencies only and all elective procedures are put on hold until the virus settles down, we are going to keep her with us. She has moved back into my younger daughter's bedroom (where she spent her babyhood) and we have made the decision to keep her for the remainder of her days. If Plummy ever cooperates, I will post some photos of her (and possibly the lump) so you can see her enjoying her retirement. :D
I have been battling my kids for computer time, so didn't share this news earlier. Tootsie and Splish have been placed together in a new home. They originally came to meet only Tootsie, but asked to meet Splish as well upon their arrival. They were torn between the two, so asked if they could take both of them. Since Tootsie had already been spayed, we were very happy to send them to their new home together, with plenty of bunny bonding resource information (and a spare cage we had collecting dust). Thank you to the T. Family for welcoming both of these lovely Buns into your home!
You may have noticed that Plum Bun's listing has been removed. We discovered that she has a rather sizeable lump in one of her ears. The vet checked it, but was not able to aspirate it and check the cells under her microscope because the mass was so hard. We have been keeping a close watch on it and believe it is remaining stable in size (which is a good thing.) Because our vets are trying to keep appointments to emergencies only and all elective procedures are put on hold until the virus settles down, we are going to keep her with us. She has moved back into my younger daughter's bedroom (where she spent her babyhood) and we have made the decision to keep her for the remainder of her days. If Plummy ever cooperates, I will post some photos of her (and possibly the lump) so you can see her enjoying her retirement. :D
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March 20, 2020
Mrs. Lynde's adorable (and bouncy!) litter has new photos and a video on the Baby Holland Lops page. There is a broken black, a VM chestnut, a broken chestnut (looks like a charlie), a VM squirrel, and a VM chinchilla. |
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March 19, 2020
We updated pictures for Trixie's babies and made a video of them. It's another overcast day in Oberlin, so the video could definitely use some better lighting, but it is what it is today. :) Tomorrow will either be a video of Oliver or a video of Mrs. Lynde's little ones...we haven't decided yet. :D Have a great day, Every Bunny! |
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March 17, 2020
What a difference a year makes. One year ago today, my dad passed away after a 3-year battle with cancer. Now, we have entered a life different from anything our generation has ever encountered. It's rather like living in a Twilight Zone episode, but life doesn't return to normal when we turn off the tv or wake up in the morning.
What is life like at Hot Cross Buns as we ride out social distancing and Covid-19? In many ways, nothing has changed. We still take care of the Buns and other critters (we added six chicks to the family on Saturday), make sure the kids do their schoolwork, try to keep up with dishes and laundry...my life sounds pretty dull to most people, but I love it that way! I pray a lot, worry more than I should (something I keep confessing during my prayers), and hope that everyone we know and love (including our Hot Cross Buns clients and their families) emerge from this pandemic healthy and whole.
We are still here, answering emails, preparing to do videos and photos of the Buns, and sewing snuggle mats for our stash. We are technically open for bunny matches. Plum Bun, Tootsie, Splish, and Oliver are all ready and waiting for their Forever Families to find their way to us. There are baby Buns who will be ready to be placed at the end of April, and we are going to need loving homes for all of them.
Before the virus, we would invite our clients in, and allow them to meet their Bun in the comfort of our living room. Now, however, we are taking the precaution of handling everything out of doors, for our clients' health, as well as our own. You will still be greeted with warmth and big smiles, because bringing home a new pet to love should always be celebrated and filled with joy!
Be safe and well, Dear Ones. Check back every once in a while...I'm certain there will be Bun adorableness to see in the near future. :D
What a difference a year makes. One year ago today, my dad passed away after a 3-year battle with cancer. Now, we have entered a life different from anything our generation has ever encountered. It's rather like living in a Twilight Zone episode, but life doesn't return to normal when we turn off the tv or wake up in the morning.
What is life like at Hot Cross Buns as we ride out social distancing and Covid-19? In many ways, nothing has changed. We still take care of the Buns and other critters (we added six chicks to the family on Saturday), make sure the kids do their schoolwork, try to keep up with dishes and laundry...my life sounds pretty dull to most people, but I love it that way! I pray a lot, worry more than I should (something I keep confessing during my prayers), and hope that everyone we know and love (including our Hot Cross Buns clients and their families) emerge from this pandemic healthy and whole.
We are still here, answering emails, preparing to do videos and photos of the Buns, and sewing snuggle mats for our stash. We are technically open for bunny matches. Plum Bun, Tootsie, Splish, and Oliver are all ready and waiting for their Forever Families to find their way to us. There are baby Buns who will be ready to be placed at the end of April, and we are going to need loving homes for all of them.
Before the virus, we would invite our clients in, and allow them to meet their Bun in the comfort of our living room. Now, however, we are taking the precaution of handling everything out of doors, for our clients' health, as well as our own. You will still be greeted with warmth and big smiles, because bringing home a new pet to love should always be celebrated and filled with joy!
Be safe and well, Dear Ones. Check back every once in a while...I'm certain there will be Bun adorableness to see in the near future. :D
March 16, 2020
We posted a new video of Splish on the Available Bunnies page. He actually allowed me to cuddle him for a good 8 minutes while I was editing the footage. :D We may be making progress with this independent little boy. He is a total cutie!
We posted a new video of Splish on the Available Bunnies page. He actually allowed me to cuddle him for a good 8 minutes while I was editing the footage. :D We may be making progress with this independent little boy. He is a total cutie!
March 14, 2020
It has been a gloriously busy weekend with meeting new clients and saying goodbye to Isla's babies. Every family with whom we matched one of her babies was kind, and we feel good about all of the matches. We're going to miss them all, but are so very happy that they will be loved and adored.
It has been a gloriously busy weekend with meeting new clients and saying goodbye to Isla's babies. Every family with whom we matched one of her babies was kind, and we feel good about all of the matches. We're going to miss them all, but are so very happy that they will be loved and adored.
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March 10, 2020
All baby pictures have been updated! :) A UFB (Unidentified Furry Rabbit) has been added to the Available Bunnies page. Hop on over to read Oliver's story. |
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March 7, 2020
We said good-bye to beautiful Roomba (now named Bianca) this morning. It was difficult to let that sweet, cuddle-Bun go, but when we saw the joy in her new family's eyes, it was all worthwhile. Bianca will be loved and cuddled to her heart's content and we are so very happy for her. Her new people seem to be just as kind, loving, and gentle as she is! |
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March 5, 2020
As hoped, we were able to update the photos of Isla's litter, Roomba (now named Bianca), and our two new litters of wee ones. Please visit the Baby Holland Lops page, as well as the Available Bunnies page to see these little cuties. |
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February 29, 2020
February's Nest Box Watch is now concluded.
Millie's first litter ended sadly, with stuck, stillborn babies. She's a trooper, though, and is already bouncing around, wanting to play again. We hope her next attempt will have a much happier ending.
Mrs. Lynde and Gulliver have a litter of five babies, born early this morning. We believe there are at least two little Vienna marked Buns. :)
Trixie and Joshua have six little ones, born yesterday morning. She has taken to feeding them like a pro, even though this is her first litter. They all have wonderfully fat tummies. :D
February's Nest Box Watch is now concluded.
Millie's first litter ended sadly, with stuck, stillborn babies. She's a trooper, though, and is already bouncing around, wanting to play again. We hope her next attempt will have a much happier ending.
Mrs. Lynde and Gulliver have a litter of five babies, born early this morning. We believe there are at least two little Vienna marked Buns. :)
Trixie and Joshua have six little ones, born yesterday morning. She has taken to feeding them like a pro, even though this is her first litter. They all have wonderfully fat tummies. :D