This page is dedicated to sharing the thoughts and experiences of our Buns' new families. If you have a Hot Cross Bun and want to share an update, picture, or any exciting news, this space is for you!
December 4, 2019
Ozzy (formerly HCB's Milkshake) is doing a beautiful job settling in with his new family. They are very talented and have created an amazing habitat for him. He is a champ with peeing in his litter box (poo balls are another story) and has wrapped the whole family around his wee paw. His incredible Bun-Land is in the family's homeschool room, so he can be a part of everything they do. If you were a bunny, wouldn't you love to live with them, too?
Ozzy (formerly HCB's Milkshake) is doing a beautiful job settling in with his new family. They are very talented and have created an amazing habitat for him. He is a champ with peeing in his litter box (poo balls are another story) and has wrapped the whole family around his wee paw. His incredible Bun-Land is in the family's homeschool room, so he can be a part of everything they do. If you were a bunny, wouldn't you love to live with them, too?
November 7, 2019
Here's Haven, Tootsie's Bun who was called Enigma while she was here. Isn't she super-cute? I can't get over the Taco Bunny!
Here's Haven, Tootsie's Bun who was called Enigma while she was here. Isn't she super-cute? I can't get over the Taco Bunny!
November 7, 2019
Do you remember our wee tripod doe born last year named Peggy? Her family sent a wonderful update to commemorate the anniversary of her adoption. Here's what they had to say...
"She is still the sweetest girl and loves cuddling with us. She grunts and squeaks when she knows its dinner time (her favorite part of the day) and loves destroying blankets and pillows. She has grown a lot in the past 6 months too. We bought a faux sheep blanket for her to run around on so that she has better grip with the ground but she likes to be under it more than on top of it!
My cousin is a professional photographer and took some photos of our rabbits for fun and Peggy is so photogenic that I attached some of the photos to this email...
We had a more normal litterbox for her but when she jumps, she just flings herself without much control and we were afraid she might hurt herself. So now her litterbox is a concrete mixing tub that we cut a door into so she can just walk into it. She loves burrowing in hay so the tub is also perfect for that.
We joined a facebook group called "disabled rabbits" and learned that Peggy has developed Splay legs. We started giving her collagen supplements to help with this.
We are also thinking about getting her a friend in the next year but we need to move to a larger apartment first. We just noticed that she is having a harder time cleaning herself and though we don't mind helping her out- it does make her uncomfortable to be picked up and cleaned. And a friend could cuddle her when we aren't around. "
She looks wonderful and is obviously adored. We couldn't be happier for this wee girl who had a rather rough beginning.
(Please click on the photos for more detail!)
Do you remember our wee tripod doe born last year named Peggy? Her family sent a wonderful update to commemorate the anniversary of her adoption. Here's what they had to say...
"She is still the sweetest girl and loves cuddling with us. She grunts and squeaks when she knows its dinner time (her favorite part of the day) and loves destroying blankets and pillows. She has grown a lot in the past 6 months too. We bought a faux sheep blanket for her to run around on so that she has better grip with the ground but she likes to be under it more than on top of it!
My cousin is a professional photographer and took some photos of our rabbits for fun and Peggy is so photogenic that I attached some of the photos to this email...
We had a more normal litterbox for her but when she jumps, she just flings herself without much control and we were afraid she might hurt herself. So now her litterbox is a concrete mixing tub that we cut a door into so she can just walk into it. She loves burrowing in hay so the tub is also perfect for that.
We joined a facebook group called "disabled rabbits" and learned that Peggy has developed Splay legs. We started giving her collagen supplements to help with this.
We are also thinking about getting her a friend in the next year but we need to move to a larger apartment first. We just noticed that she is having a harder time cleaning herself and though we don't mind helping her out- it does make her uncomfortable to be picked up and cleaned. And a friend could cuddle her when we aren't around. "
She looks wonderful and is obviously adored. We couldn't be happier for this wee girl who had a rather rough beginning.
(Please click on the photos for more detail!)
October 31, 2019
Here are some pictures from Winston's family (he was called Gracious while at HCB.) Isn't he adorable? Click on the photo for an enlarged view.
Here are some pictures from Winston's family (he was called Gracious while at HCB.) Isn't he adorable? Click on the photo for an enlarged view.
September 4, 2019
We have another wonderful update to share! This one comes from Haven and the M. Family. (Haven's HCB name was Enigma.)
"She took her 1st camping trip, she's a natural 🐇🏕. She has perfect potty habits and is an absolute joy to us all! She has taken over K's bed and bedroom! She definitely holds princess status! Her favorite cuddle spot is nestled under our chin and she loves playing in her tent and tunnels. We have friends that are interested in filling out a questionnaire 🤗 to be put on the waiting list for a special bunny of their own.
Thanks a bunch,
The M's"
Isn't Haven an adorable little muffin of Bun-ness? Big puffy-heart love!
We have another wonderful update to share! This one comes from Haven and the M. Family. (Haven's HCB name was Enigma.)
"She took her 1st camping trip, she's a natural 🐇🏕. She has perfect potty habits and is an absolute joy to us all! She has taken over K's bed and bedroom! She definitely holds princess status! Her favorite cuddle spot is nestled under our chin and she loves playing in her tent and tunnels. We have friends that are interested in filling out a questionnaire 🤗 to be put on the waiting list for a special bunny of their own.
Thanks a bunch,
The M's"
Isn't Haven an adorable little muffin of Bun-ness? Big puffy-heart love!
August 26, 2019
Today's update comes from Leo (HCB's Mystery) and his family.
" I wanted to give you a little update on Mystery, now named Leo! However, he will always be a little mystery to me. :) He is doing so well, seems very happy and is settling in great. He definitely is a little trickster, loves to run around and play."
He looks wonderfully confident and at ease in his new home. We miss this little charmer, but know he is being loved and adored by his new Bun mom. You're a handsome little guy, Leo! I want to kiss those cheeks so badly!
Today's update comes from Leo (HCB's Mystery) and his family.
" I wanted to give you a little update on Mystery, now named Leo! However, he will always be a little mystery to me. :) He is doing so well, seems very happy and is settling in great. He definitely is a little trickster, loves to run around and play."
He looks wonderfully confident and at ease in his new home. We miss this little charmer, but know he is being loved and adored by his new Bun mom. You're a handsome little guy, Leo! I want to kiss those cheeks so badly!
August 23, 2019
We have a Twilight update to share today! He is now usually called Bun Buns. Here is the rest of his family's update:
"He is doing so great! Liter trained and so sweet!!! Still doesn't like being held but loves cuddles, face to face contact and for some reason loves kissing my nose and big toe. Lol!! We are so happy with him!!!"
His coloring has continued to change, so it will be interesting to see what color he decides to be when fully grown. :)
We have a Twilight update to share today! He is now usually called Bun Buns. Here is the rest of his family's update:
"He is doing so great! Liter trained and so sweet!!! Still doesn't like being held but loves cuddles, face to face contact and for some reason loves kissing my nose and big toe. Lol!! We are so happy with him!!!"
His coloring has continued to change, so it will be interesting to see what color he decides to be when fully grown. :)
August 10, 2019
We have a Sebastian update from the G. Family! Lisa writes:
"I thought you may like to see some photos of Sebastian. I will say he has become a snuggle bunny with me every night in the recliner. He lets me know if I forgot to snuggle. He's also learned to like taking a stroll in the yard. If he sees us go for the leash he gets excited. "
What a great update! Sebastian has truly bonded well with his family and looks wonderfully happy and content!
We have a Sebastian update from the G. Family! Lisa writes:
"I thought you may like to see some photos of Sebastian. I will say he has become a snuggle bunny with me every night in the recliner. He lets me know if I forgot to snuggle. He's also learned to like taking a stroll in the yard. If he sees us go for the leash he gets excited. "
What a great update! Sebastian has truly bonded well with his family and looks wonderfully happy and content!
August 5, 2019
We received an adorable photo of Luna (HCB name Shadow. She is one of Midnight's litter mates. He is pictured below her update.)
Her family says, "Just wanted to send you pic of Luna! She’s right at home and fits our family perfectly! Thank you again! This has been a great experience. Be blessed 😊"
Isn't she beautiful? She looks like a sweet stuffed animal and poses so perfectly! Thank you to the G. Family for sharing your kind words and photo of your Luna!
We received an adorable photo of Luna (HCB name Shadow. She is one of Midnight's litter mates. He is pictured below her update.)
Her family says, "Just wanted to send you pic of Luna! She’s right at home and fits our family perfectly! Thank you again! This has been a great experience. Be blessed 😊"
Isn't she beautiful? She looks like a sweet stuffed animal and poses so perfectly! Thank you to the G. Family for sharing your kind words and photo of your Luna!
August 4, 2019
We received some photos and videos of Midnight, one of Dulcie and Little Boy Blue's babies from her first litter. He is growing up to be a gorgeous boy! Thank you for the update, S. Family!
We received some photos and videos of Midnight, one of Dulcie and Little Boy Blue's babies from her first litter. He is growing up to be a gorgeous boy! Thank you for the update, S. Family!
June 25, 2019
Who can resist new Polka pictures? He is becoming quite a little daredevil and loves feeling the breeze blow through his fur and ears. Thank you for sharing these great pictures, G. H.! My apologies for not sharing them sooner!
Who can resist new Polka pictures? He is becoming quite a little daredevil and loves feeling the breeze blow through his fur and ears. Thank you for sharing these great pictures, G. H.! My apologies for not sharing them sooner!
June 13, 2019
Sebastian has his family wrapped around his wee paw and looks quite pleased with himself for accomplishing this feat. Although he is a bit reluctant with potty training, he definitely knows where his potty is and obviously enjoys spending quality time on it, or in it, as the case may be. Isn't he adorable?
Sebastian has his family wrapped around his wee paw and looks quite pleased with himself for accomplishing this feat. Although he is a bit reluctant with potty training, he definitely knows where his potty is and obviously enjoys spending quality time on it, or in it, as the case may be. Isn't he adorable?
May 16, 2019
Polka is settling into his new life as a pampered pet Bun wonderfully well. He has a new human best friend, G. H., and new kitty to love, and has discovered the joys of playing outside. What more could a bunny want? Enjoy the pictures of this sweet little man!
Polka is settling into his new life as a pampered pet Bun wonderfully well. He has a new human best friend, G. H., and new kitty to love, and has discovered the joys of playing outside. What more could a bunny want? Enjoy the pictures of this sweet little man!
April 24, 2019
I'm a few days late in sharing these utterly adorable photos of Paisley (her Hot Cross Buns name was Blossom) bonding with her big brother Pepper. Thank you, Amber, for sending them and allowing us to share them!
I'm a few days late in sharing these utterly adorable photos of Paisley (her Hot Cross Buns name was Blossom) bonding with her big brother Pepper. Thank you, Amber, for sending them and allowing us to share them!
April 5, 2019
We already have pictures of Blackberry enjoying life in her new home! Here's one we want to share with you all. :) We are definitely missing this little girl but are thrilled for her and her new person who adores her already.
We already have pictures of Blackberry enjoying life in her new home! Here's one we want to share with you all. :) We are definitely missing this little girl but are thrilled for her and her new person who adores her already.
January 30, 2019 - Do you remember Peggy, the little tripod doe out of Batty's litter? We received a wonderful update to pass along to all of her fans. She is everything her family wanted and is doing really well with her life in Cincinnati. She is still tiny (only 1.8 lbs.) and was recently spayed. She loves oats and fresh basil, watching Fixer Upper (yes, she actually lays down, facing the screen for the entire episode!), burrowing under her hay and blankets, and her red snak snak activity log. She has gotten her two (previously rather unsociable ) French lop brothers, Hopscotch and Butterscotch, to be more involved in family life and share in the affection. Peggy has even learned to do two tricks! She can spin in a circle and hop through a small hoop.
We are thrilled to know that Peggy is doing so well and that her sweet, sunny disposition is bringing such joy to her family. Thank you so much for the update. Katy & Erik!
We are thrilled to know that Peggy is doing so well and that her sweet, sunny disposition is bringing such joy to her family. Thank you so much for the update. Katy & Erik!
January 2019 - We received an update on black tort doe Momo, who was called KitKat in her Hot Cross Buns days. She was recently spayed and is doing very well. Since spaying, she has calmed down and is more comfortable with being picked up and cuddled for a few minutes at a time. Momo loves running around in the living room and keeping her human mama, Bella, on her toes. She has grown up to be such a big, beautiful girl! Than you for the update, Bella!
August 12, 2018 - Sharing some pictures of Hot Cross Bun Sam in his new home. Sam is waiting to be officially introduced to his new bunny friend, three year old black tort doe Olive. He has about 10 more days before the slow face-to-face meetings can begin. We are looking forward to hearing how they do with the bonding process and are praying for a happy outcome.
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May 24, 2018 - Wonderful news and pictures have come from Angela about sweet Khalessi (a Hot Cross Bun herd doe formerly known as Babette). She is doing beautifully with her new family and has made a loving friend to Angela's four-year old son. There were some very concerning moments surrounding Khalessi's spaying, as she took longer than normal to start eating and perking up again. The vet discovered that her uterus showed signs of being pre-cancerous, but she should be just fine. This is another reason why we continually stress the importance of having pet does or retired breeding does spayed as quickly as possibly for their continued good health and well being.
Today, Angels wrote: "Khalessi is spending her day with my sick 4 year old. She is always involved in super hero playing. Usually she ends up being the bad guy that keeps beating up and knocking over or carrying away the superheroes. Figured I would send this your way for your website."
We love these pictures and are also attaching a few more of Khalessi enjoying her new home and exercise pen. You really can have beige carpet with a well-behaved pet bunny! LOL
Today, Angels wrote: "Khalessi is spending her day with my sick 4 year old. She is always involved in super hero playing. Usually she ends up being the bad guy that keeps beating up and knocking over or carrying away the superheroes. Figured I would send this your way for your website."
We love these pictures and are also attaching a few more of Khalessi enjoying her new home and exercise pen. You really can have beige carpet with a well-behaved pet bunny! LOL
We received a delightful update about Princess Ameera a couple days ago. She was called Little Miss Muffet while living at HCB and was a little outgoing, energetic chestnut doe from the day she was born. Nothing has changed. Her owner Cassie describes her as being fearless. She loves going to the vet and wants to play with all the animals she meets. She adores her kitty brother and has earned the right to free-roam in the house because she has mastered litter box training. Here are some sweet photos of this lovable lop. :)
Cassie also gave us a very nice recommendation. She said, "The best thing we could have done was go to you and your family for our bun. Ameera has no fear of anything, she loves excitement, she loves people, and she loves other animals. I don't think we would have gotten that if we would have gotten a bunny from somewhere else."
Cassie also gave us a very nice recommendation. She said, "The best thing we could have done was go to you and your family for our bun. Ameera has no fear of anything, she loves excitement, she loves people, and she loves other animals. I don't think we would have gotten that if we would have gotten a bunny from somewhere else."
We absolutely love this picture of Doodles, submitted by his doting owner Sharon K. Doesn't he look like a plush stuffed animal, posed by the window? Too adorable!
Rachael S. wrote to let us know that all went well following Cece's spaying earlier this month. Rachael also spoke in glowing terms about Dr. Keith at Healthy Pets of Lewis Center in Columbus, and her awesome bunny knowledge. We love a great bunny veterinarian recommendation! She included some adorable pictures of Cece to share, as well.
#1 Cece wearing her post-spaying, incision protecting t-shirt.
#2 Cece stretched out for a nap (I always think the worst when one of our Buns is in this position. LOL)
#3 & 4 Cuteness
#1 Cece wearing her post-spaying, incision protecting t-shirt.
#2 Cece stretched out for a nap (I always think the worst when one of our Buns is in this position. LOL)
#3 & 4 Cuteness
Sharon K. from Ohio is a very loving person who adopted one of our Buns. Doodles was just shy of five months old when Sharon met him. Here's what she has to say about us:
"I am so pleased with my experience with Amy and Hot Cross Buns. The bunnies at Hot Cross Buns are clearly well cared for and loved. I knew adding a bunny to my family would be fun but had no idea that it would be this enjoyable. I already can’t imagine my life without Doodles in it. I attribute this to Amy’s knowledge of her bunnies and her ability to match
the right bunny with the right family. It’s obvious Hot Cross Buns want to make sure their bunnies are placed in the appropriate home for them and that both the bunny and new family are happy with each other.
Not only did I get a bunny with an adorable personality, I have found someone I can reach out to with questions. Amy has always been available for advice. She has also provided much needed words of encouragement when Doodles and I were still getting to know each other. Amy has even offered to help people with bunnies they have adopted elsewhere, which clearly shows how much she loves bunnies and cares for their well-being. I couldn’t imagine a better experience and I
wouldn’t hesitate to get another Hot Cross Bun."
Doodles is a very special Bun and we are so glad Sharon found her way to Hot Cross Buns. He couldn't be happier. :)
"I am so pleased with my experience with Amy and Hot Cross Buns. The bunnies at Hot Cross Buns are clearly well cared for and loved. I knew adding a bunny to my family would be fun but had no idea that it would be this enjoyable. I already can’t imagine my life without Doodles in it. I attribute this to Amy’s knowledge of her bunnies and her ability to match
the right bunny with the right family. It’s obvious Hot Cross Buns want to make sure their bunnies are placed in the appropriate home for them and that both the bunny and new family are happy with each other.
Not only did I get a bunny with an adorable personality, I have found someone I can reach out to with questions. Amy has always been available for advice. She has also provided much needed words of encouragement when Doodles and I were still getting to know each other. Amy has even offered to help people with bunnies they have adopted elsewhere, which clearly shows how much she loves bunnies and cares for their well-being. I couldn’t imagine a better experience and I
wouldn’t hesitate to get another Hot Cross Bun."
Doodles is a very special Bun and we are so glad Sharon found her way to Hot Cross Buns. He couldn't be happier. :)
Mary R. shared this photo of Theo (formerly known as Macaroni Joe) with us and we are finally getting around to sharing it. It makes me laugh because it shows the sulky teenaged buck stage so perfectly. Here is Theo, hiding in his "Man Cave". Theo will be getting neutered over the Christmas break, so perhaps he heard Mary making the appointment.
We have a couple of Cece photos to share from Rachael S. of Columbus. She's all ready to enjoy her first Christmas and go for a ride. Cece lives a very exciting life. :)
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Sharon K. sent these wonderful pictures of Doodles who has learned all sorts of wonderful new tricks in the past few weeks he has been in his new home. She has been corresponding faithfully, keeping us updated on Doodles' ups and downs as he settled in. We are happy to be able to say that his progress has been wonderful and that he is one happy and blessed little boy. :) Thank you for sharing the pictures and good news, Sharon!
From Mary R. in Michigan...
"As a novice bunny owner, I was nervous about making a 10+year commitment without knowing a lot more about them. I spent time reading on various internet sites, then started to get serious about finding a rabbitry nearby for the actual purchase. I read a LOT of sites over several weeks, but I kept coming back to Hot Cross Buns because of the way Amy and the team talk about their bunnies. Like the other rabbitries I explored, they certainly raise high quality Holland Lops that conform to breed standards and are therefore suitable as show, breeding, and/or pet bunnies, but in addition, they are absolutely committed to producing bunnies with sound temperaments, too. Best of all, the site made it clear that the happiness of owner and bunny are equally important: not everyone thinks all that much about whether their animals are happy, so this was important to me.
"I started corresponding with Amy and, after getting to know her and the available bunnies virtually, I made the four-hour drive from my home in Michigan to meet the Hot Cross Buns. I have never regretted a single inch of that drive. Amy had selected four bunnies whose temperaments were more to the mellow end of the spectrum, which we agreed would work best in my household. I held each one and watched them play in the bunny room, but it was clear to me from the first that Theo (then Macaroni Joe) was MY bunny. Even after I brought him home, Amy has continued to patiently (and very knowledgeably) answer questions and direct me to excellent sources of information. Because he was handled and socialized appropriately as a young kit, Theo is utterly comfortable with strangers and laid back in his surroundings: a well-adjusted, happy bunny.
"If you're interested in working with a rabbitry that cares deeply about its bunnies and its clients, Hot Cross Buns should be your first (and only) stop!"
Thank you for your high regard for us and our work, Mary. You and Theo make it so easy to love what we do. :)
"As a novice bunny owner, I was nervous about making a 10+year commitment without knowing a lot more about them. I spent time reading on various internet sites, then started to get serious about finding a rabbitry nearby for the actual purchase. I read a LOT of sites over several weeks, but I kept coming back to Hot Cross Buns because of the way Amy and the team talk about their bunnies. Like the other rabbitries I explored, they certainly raise high quality Holland Lops that conform to breed standards and are therefore suitable as show, breeding, and/or pet bunnies, but in addition, they are absolutely committed to producing bunnies with sound temperaments, too. Best of all, the site made it clear that the happiness of owner and bunny are equally important: not everyone thinks all that much about whether their animals are happy, so this was important to me.
"I started corresponding with Amy and, after getting to know her and the available bunnies virtually, I made the four-hour drive from my home in Michigan to meet the Hot Cross Buns. I have never regretted a single inch of that drive. Amy had selected four bunnies whose temperaments were more to the mellow end of the spectrum, which we agreed would work best in my household. I held each one and watched them play in the bunny room, but it was clear to me from the first that Theo (then Macaroni Joe) was MY bunny. Even after I brought him home, Amy has continued to patiently (and very knowledgeably) answer questions and direct me to excellent sources of information. Because he was handled and socialized appropriately as a young kit, Theo is utterly comfortable with strangers and laid back in his surroundings: a well-adjusted, happy bunny.
"If you're interested in working with a rabbitry that cares deeply about its bunnies and its clients, Hot Cross Buns should be your first (and only) stop!"
Thank you for your high regard for us and our work, Mary. You and Theo make it so easy to love what we do. :)
Rachael S. from Columbus shares these kind words about her experience in working with Hot Cross Buns:
"I cannot truly thank Amy and the crew at Hot Cross Buns enough. Amy is so incredibly knowledgeable with all things bun related! She really takes the time to match you with a rabbit based on their personality and what will fit best with your family. She was so great and patient with me in choosing my sweet Cecilia. She let me come and hang out with the buns that she thought would be a good fit and when she sent us home we got a toy and blanket along with a huge bag of transitional food and hay. I am so grateful to have worked with someone so loving, she is always available to answer my questions and concerns I have. The whole process of working with Hot Cross Buns from the beginning was so positive, I came to them after my previous bun passed and I cannot say enough good things about this rabbitry. I will recommend them time and time again. Cece has been such an amazing addition to my family and I'm so happy to have gotten her from such a loving family that truly cares about these sweet animals."
Thank you, Rachael! We always love hearing from you!
"I cannot truly thank Amy and the crew at Hot Cross Buns enough. Amy is so incredibly knowledgeable with all things bun related! She really takes the time to match you with a rabbit based on their personality and what will fit best with your family. She was so great and patient with me in choosing my sweet Cecilia. She let me come and hang out with the buns that she thought would be a good fit and when she sent us home we got a toy and blanket along with a huge bag of transitional food and hay. I am so grateful to have worked with someone so loving, she is always available to answer my questions and concerns I have. The whole process of working with Hot Cross Buns from the beginning was so positive, I came to them after my previous bun passed and I cannot say enough good things about this rabbitry. I will recommend them time and time again. Cece has been such an amazing addition to my family and I'm so happy to have gotten her from such a loving family that truly cares about these sweet animals."
Thank you, Rachael! We always love hearing from you!