Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Group No. 4: Bunnies: Marshmallow and Cracker Jack

My fourth group of fosters are bunnies!  Marshmallow and Cracker Jack, two lion head baby bunnies that came to the Humane Society from a local shelter and were destined for the Pet-Assisted Therapy Program (which I also support with my dog Roy).  What I have learned is that cats and dogs can live together, but bunnies and dogs cannot.  I have not been comfortable with the look in my dog's eyes as he stares intensely at the bunnies.  They are prey, and in a convenient bite size (they are tiny).  

My biggest surprise was how fast they grow!  They seemed to change every few days.  They never made a noise, but ate constantly.  They even learned to use a box to pee in, although they still need some practice.  They are now true therapy animals and enjoying life on the road visiting retirement homes and youth facilities.  They will be adopted out after finishing up about 6-9 months of "work". 

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