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July 16, 2019
New pictures of the Reserved Buns have been added to their listings at the bottom of the Available Bunnies page. Enjoy!
New pictures of the Reserved Buns have been added to their listings at the bottom of the Available Bunnies page. Enjoy!
July 15, 2019
All of the babies in Molly's litter have been listed on the Available Bunnies page, including new videos and photos! Two of the kits have already been matched with families on our waiting list.
All of the babies in Molly's litter have been listed on the Available Bunnies page, including new videos and photos! Two of the kits have already been matched with families on our waiting list.
July 14, 2019
It's painfully slow-going, but I am in the process of listing Molly's kits on the Available Bunnies page. Slow-going because half of the family (including yours truly) is getting over a nasty stomach virus, and I keep dosing off while trying to edit the videos. I'm hoping to complete Marble's video today, and work on Other Bunny and Nugget's videos tomorrow. I think it's time for a nap right now, though.
It's painfully slow-going, but I am in the process of listing Molly's kits on the Available Bunnies page. Slow-going because half of the family (including yours truly) is getting over a nasty stomach virus, and I keep dosing off while trying to edit the videos. I'm hoping to complete Marble's video today, and work on Other Bunny and Nugget's videos tomorrow. I think it's time for a nap right now, though.
July 11, 2019
I promised to keep you apprised of Hiccup's prognosis, so here we go. The vet wasn't able to make a concrete diagnosis at this point, but strongly suspects glaucoma. I have special eye drops to treat him every eight hours for the next two weeks, when he will be re-examined when some of the swelling is relieved (hopefully). The drops may improve things immensely on their own and he may be able to be weaned off of the drops, while regaining some vision in he eye. That's the best case scenario. The next-best case is that he improves with the drops, but needs to remain on them the rest of his life, most likely with no restored vision. The worst case scenario is that he doesn't improve at all, and will need to have his eye surgically removed, to the tune of $1200. Yikes! There would definitely be some price comparisons going on if surgery is needed. I could see him potentially being placed in a loving pet home if either of the first two scenarios occur, but the third possibility is so cost prohibitive that I can't think of anyone who would be able to handle that financially, no matter how sweet and lovable the bunny is (Hiccup is a sweetie!). And, let's face it, the risk of surgery on a baby bunny is high, so the outcome might not be a good one, no matter what.
Would you please join us in praying for him to respond to the drops beautifully, so that he can live a happy, healthy life as a pampered pet?
I promised to keep you apprised of Hiccup's prognosis, so here we go. The vet wasn't able to make a concrete diagnosis at this point, but strongly suspects glaucoma. I have special eye drops to treat him every eight hours for the next two weeks, when he will be re-examined when some of the swelling is relieved (hopefully). The drops may improve things immensely on their own and he may be able to be weaned off of the drops, while regaining some vision in he eye. That's the best case scenario. The next-best case is that he improves with the drops, but needs to remain on them the rest of his life, most likely with no restored vision. The worst case scenario is that he doesn't improve at all, and will need to have his eye surgically removed, to the tune of $1200. Yikes! There would definitely be some price comparisons going on if surgery is needed. I could see him potentially being placed in a loving pet home if either of the first two scenarios occur, but the third possibility is so cost prohibitive that I can't think of anyone who would be able to handle that financially, no matter how sweet and lovable the bunny is (Hiccup is a sweetie!). And, let's face it, the risk of surgery on a baby bunny is high, so the outcome might not be a good one, no matter what.
Would you please join us in praying for him to respond to the drops beautifully, so that he can live a happy, healthy life as a pampered pet?
July 10, 2019
A video of Tabitha's babies has been posted on the Baby Holland Lops page! They are too cute!
We have gone through the waiting list and still have two more precious kits to match: Ivy and Mystery. Both are gorgeous little solid black Buns with glossy fur and huge personalities in their tiny bodies. Black Hollands have always been one of my favorite colors because their shimmery coats have to be admired in person to appreciate their beauty. They have an understated elegance rather than a flashy style, and are often overlooked initially, but we know just how special and lovely they are, inside and out! God is preparing wonderful hearts and homes for them, so we will keep loving on them while we wait for their new families to find their way to Hot Cross Buns. :)
A video of Tabitha's babies has been posted on the Baby Holland Lops page! They are too cute!
We have gone through the waiting list and still have two more precious kits to match: Ivy and Mystery. Both are gorgeous little solid black Buns with glossy fur and huge personalities in their tiny bodies. Black Hollands have always been one of my favorite colors because their shimmery coats have to be admired in person to appreciate their beauty. They have an understated elegance rather than a flashy style, and are often overlooked initially, but we know just how special and lovely they are, inside and out! God is preparing wonderful hearts and homes for them, so we will keep loving on them while we wait for their new families to find their way to Hot Cross Buns. :)
July 9, 2019
We went out to check on the Buns this evening and discovered that our new blue-eyed white doe, Mrs. Lynde, had kindled three days early on the floor of her cage, although she had been given a nest box yesterday. All were stillborn. 😭 We have never had a doe kindle early before, so need to research causes for pre-term kindling. We knew she had had mastitis with her first litter (where she was born) and aren't certain if there is a connection to it. We will try re-breeding her again soon.
On a happier note, we are still working on matching the older baby Buns with their new families. It has been a bit slower-going today, but progress is being made. :) There are still babies available for matching now and in the near future, so we are happy to read through your thoughtfully submitted New Bunny Questionnaires.
We went out to check on the Buns this evening and discovered that our new blue-eyed white doe, Mrs. Lynde, had kindled three days early on the floor of her cage, although she had been given a nest box yesterday. All were stillborn. 😭 We have never had a doe kindle early before, so need to research causes for pre-term kindling. We knew she had had mastitis with her first litter (where she was born) and aren't certain if there is a connection to it. We will try re-breeding her again soon.
On a happier note, we are still working on matching the older baby Buns with their new families. It has been a bit slower-going today, but progress is being made. :) There are still babies available for matching now and in the near future, so we are happy to read through your thoughtfully submitted New Bunny Questionnaires.
July 8, 2019
We have started our way through the Waiting List, after listing Tootsie and Matilda's litters on the Available Bunnies page. Several of the people on our list are requesting late-summer bunny placements, due to travel plans, so we are hoping for some awesome additional New Bunny Questionnaires to be submitted and approved for the soon-to-be-ready baby bunnies, or the lovely older ladies who are retiring from the rabbitry. Please spread the word!
You may have noticed that someone is missing from the Available Bunnies page. We decided to hold on to Puffin (who has earned a new name) for the time being. You can read his story on the Meet the Hot Cross Buns page.
Lastly, we do have a bit of sad news to share. Sweet Tart's smaller baby, Patriot, died a couple days ago, after wriggling its way to a different part of the nest box where it got too chilled. Her remaining baby is doing very well and is quite the chunker Bun.
We have started our way through the Waiting List, after listing Tootsie and Matilda's litters on the Available Bunnies page. Several of the people on our list are requesting late-summer bunny placements, due to travel plans, so we are hoping for some awesome additional New Bunny Questionnaires to be submitted and approved for the soon-to-be-ready baby bunnies, or the lovely older ladies who are retiring from the rabbitry. Please spread the word!
You may have noticed that someone is missing from the Available Bunnies page. We decided to hold on to Puffin (who has earned a new name) for the time being. You can read his story on the Meet the Hot Cross Buns page.
Lastly, we do have a bit of sad news to share. Sweet Tart's smaller baby, Patriot, died a couple days ago, after wriggling its way to a different part of the nest box where it got too chilled. Her remaining baby is doing very well and is quite the chunker Bun.
Independence Day, 2019
I didn't expect to be posting today, but wanted to share some good news! Sweet Tart kindled two babies late this morning. Being the nature of the holiday, the big, chubby baby will be called Liberty and the smaller, petite Bun will be called Patriot. Sweet Tart is a false dwarf girl, so there's no need for concern over potential peanuts.
Genders and HCB names for Matilda and Tootsie's litters have been announced on the Baby Holland Lops page.
May you have a wonderfully blessed day with your loved ones!
I didn't expect to be posting today, but wanted to share some good news! Sweet Tart kindled two babies late this morning. Being the nature of the holiday, the big, chubby baby will be called Liberty and the smaller, petite Bun will be called Patriot. Sweet Tart is a false dwarf girl, so there's no need for concern over potential peanuts.
Genders and HCB names for Matilda and Tootsie's litters have been announced on the Baby Holland Lops page.
May you have a wonderfully blessed day with your loved ones!
July 3, 2019
Hi, everyone! I wanted to jot a quick note of apology for not having new bunny videos of the other litters lately. I cannot find my video camera charging cord, so can't charge the camera, and therefore can't take new footage to turn into adorable bunny videos for your viewing pleasure. This is what happens when I try to clean and organize my house. Sigh.
I normally kept the cord in the bathroom drawer where I keep my hair stuff and makeup, because that's a logical place to put it, right? It was to me, because I always charged my camera using an outlet in the bathroom, so it was handy when I needed it. Then came the day when I brilliantly decided to "organize" the bathroom and move everything that didn't belong in the bathroom, out of the bathroom. The problem was that, somewhere between moving things out and assigning "a place for everything and everything in its place," my cord didn't get a "place." I looked in all the sensible places, like my camera bag, the shelf where I keep my photography equipment, the drawer under my bed that serves as a catch-all for the things sitting on the bed that don't get properly put away before my hubby goes to sleep every night. Nada. Oh well. The bathroom does look neat and tidy and Amazon Prime will be coming to the rescue, allegedly by Friday (but I have my doubts because of the holiday.)
The moral of this story (in my house, anyway)...Cleaning and organizing are expensive. :D
Have a Happy & Safe 4th of July, Friends!
Hi, everyone! I wanted to jot a quick note of apology for not having new bunny videos of the other litters lately. I cannot find my video camera charging cord, so can't charge the camera, and therefore can't take new footage to turn into adorable bunny videos for your viewing pleasure. This is what happens when I try to clean and organize my house. Sigh.
I normally kept the cord in the bathroom drawer where I keep my hair stuff and makeup, because that's a logical place to put it, right? It was to me, because I always charged my camera using an outlet in the bathroom, so it was handy when I needed it. Then came the day when I brilliantly decided to "organize" the bathroom and move everything that didn't belong in the bathroom, out of the bathroom. The problem was that, somewhere between moving things out and assigning "a place for everything and everything in its place," my cord didn't get a "place." I looked in all the sensible places, like my camera bag, the shelf where I keep my photography equipment, the drawer under my bed that serves as a catch-all for the things sitting on the bed that don't get properly put away before my hubby goes to sleep every night. Nada. Oh well. The bathroom does look neat and tidy and Amazon Prime will be coming to the rescue, allegedly by Friday (but I have my doubts because of the holiday.)
The moral of this story (in my house, anyway)...Cleaning and organizing are expensive. :D
Have a Happy & Safe 4th of July, Friends!
July 1, 2019
It has already been a busy day at HCB! We drove two of our sons to summer camp this morning, made a video of Molly's babies, and are preparing for Ollie's departure to his new home. Now if I could just snap my fingers and have a clean, organized house, it would be an almost perfect day. LOL!
Ollie is on his way to his new home! His family even came home from vacation a day early because they just couldn't wait another minute to bring him home. :D
It has already been a busy day at HCB! We drove two of our sons to summer camp this morning, made a video of Molly's babies, and are preparing for Ollie's departure to his new home. Now if I could just snap my fingers and have a clean, organized house, it would be an almost perfect day. LOL!
Ollie is on his way to his new home! His family even came home from vacation a day early because they just couldn't wait another minute to bring him home. :D
June 26, 2019
Go visit the Baby Holland Lops page for your daily dose of cuteness and the newest baby pictures!
Go visit the Baby Holland Lops page for your daily dose of cuteness and the newest baby pictures!
June 25, 2019
There are new photos of Ollie on the Bunny Inn page, as well as some updated photos of Polka on the Happy Results page. :D
I'm finding snatches of time to add more bunny photos and can't resist adding this series of Matilda's broken chestnut baby washing its face. We suspect we may have a fuzzy on our hands. :D
There are new photos of Ollie on the Bunny Inn page, as well as some updated photos of Polka on the Happy Results page. :D
I'm finding snatches of time to add more bunny photos and can't resist adding this series of Matilda's broken chestnut baby washing its face. We suspect we may have a fuzzy on our hands. :D
June 21, 2019
Miss Bea, one of the bunnies we were boarding during her family's vacation, went home this morning. We loved having the opportunity to spend time with one of Apple Jane and Wee Walter's daughters, all grown up! She was such a sweetie, even though we could tell she was missing her family. She has grown into a beautiful girl. :)
Later in the day...Sweet Matthew has finally found a forever home with a wonderful family! He absolutely fell in love with them and kept hopping back over to sit and snuggle with them. They also met Button and Marilla but, while both Buns were very well-behaved, the special spark the family had with Matthew just wasn't there. Matthew has been waiting a long time, so we're over-the-moon with happiness for him, but I am going to miss his love and headbutts. :) It was wonderful meeting the D. Family and we know Matthew will be a happy and adored member of the family.
PS. We have just been informed that Matthew's new name is "Moonlight", which we big, puffy heart love. It suits him!
New pictures of Molly's litter have been posted. :)
Miss Bea, one of the bunnies we were boarding during her family's vacation, went home this morning. We loved having the opportunity to spend time with one of Apple Jane and Wee Walter's daughters, all grown up! She was such a sweetie, even though we could tell she was missing her family. She has grown into a beautiful girl. :)
Later in the day...Sweet Matthew has finally found a forever home with a wonderful family! He absolutely fell in love with them and kept hopping back over to sit and snuggle with them. They also met Button and Marilla but, while both Buns were very well-behaved, the special spark the family had with Matthew just wasn't there. Matthew has been waiting a long time, so we're over-the-moon with happiness for him, but I am going to miss his love and headbutts. :) It was wonderful meeting the D. Family and we know Matthew will be a happy and adored member of the family.
PS. We have just been informed that Matthew's new name is "Moonlight", which we big, puffy heart love. It suits him!
New pictures of Molly's litter have been posted. :)
June 19, 2019
It has been a busy day at HCB. We had two different families come visit us and love on the baby bunnies. We added some pictures of Tootsie's litter being cuddled, but we forgot to take pictures of the other sessions. We were too busy visiting and enjoying our guests. :)
Our evening guests cuddled babies and got to meet some of the older Buns, notably Marilla, Trixie, and Gideon, who is our pet special needs Bun.
The first photos of Tabitha's broken babies, a black and a chestnut, have been posted to the Baby Holland Lops page.
The Bunny Inn page has updates for Ollie's Family and Bea's Family. :)
It has been a busy day at HCB. We had two different families come visit us and love on the baby bunnies. We added some pictures of Tootsie's litter being cuddled, but we forgot to take pictures of the other sessions. We were too busy visiting and enjoying our guests. :)
Our evening guests cuddled babies and got to meet some of the older Buns, notably Marilla, Trixie, and Gideon, who is our pet special needs Bun.
The first photos of Tabitha's broken babies, a black and a chestnut, have been posted to the Baby Holland Lops page.
The Bunny Inn page has updates for Ollie's Family and Bea's Family. :)