Welcome!

This blog is sort of an experiment. I've never really blogged before, and I have no idea what I'm doing... But people keep telling me that I need to start doing it so here I am!

I've been a volunteer at Hop Along Hollow Rabbit Rescue in Norwalk, CT since 2005 and it's crazier than I ever expected it to be. I got into it not really understanding a lot about rabbits and not really understanding what a rabbit rescue does.

It's hectic, it's never ending, it's heartbreaking, it's rewarding...all at the same time.

I've learned a lot about rabbits, yes, but I've also learned a lot about life, about people...about what being reliable really means, that the smallest creatures can sometimes be the biggest inspiration...and I've learned that there are a lot of things that I may not like, but that I just can't change.

I'll be posting about the craziness that goes on at the shelter, (we've seriously considered pitching a reality series to Animal Planet), I'll be posting random facts, and I'll be talking about some cases that may or may not have garnered some media attention.

I really don't know how to wind this down, so I'll just say enjoy, have fun, feel free to comment, and I hope to entertain you!


Thursday, May 24, 2012

 Baxter is one of three bunnies we have taken in over the past few weeks!


As usual, things have been crazy at the shelter these last few weeks!

Of course, it's about that time for "Easter Dumps", as they're called among rescuers...People who went to pet shops and bought baby bunnies at Easter have now decided that a rabbit is not a good pet and dumped it outside (or the ones that were improperly housed outside have gotten free). 

We've already taken in 3 that we found on the street...one with ear mites so bad it was all I could do to not cry just looking at the poor thing.   I've doing rabbit rescue for 6.5 years and I've never seen a case of ear mites so bad.   It was just awful to look at and I can only imagine the pain the poor girl must have been in.    Thankfully, we've gotten that cleared up and we'll be able to get her spayed soon so we can adopt her out.    We found one other little guy running around in the pouring rain a few weeks ago..he was shaking and soaking wet when we finally caught him.   The 3rd one we caught was found with a litter...the babies have been taken in by someone else but the poor mama bunny is showing signs of a neurological disorder so she's with us for the time being.   The vet's are thinking that she may have had a stroke while giving birth and suffered brain damage, since she's tested negative for parasites and viruses that are known to cause neurological issues.

We've also taken in a gorgeous gray rex named Chase.   He developed head tilt and his owners couldn't afford his care so they turned him over to us.   He's on the mend but his head will probably never straighten out completely.   Thankfully, he's as sweet as can be and with that plush rex fur, he'll find a home for sure!

With all of the bunnies coming in that need medical attention, that brings us to FUNDRAISERS!!

We'll be doing a Tag Sale in Stratford, CT on Saturday June 16, from 8am - 1pm.   If you would like to donate items, we will gladly accept anything that it is USEABLE condition (with a few exceptions).   If it's broken or damaged, we can not accept it. 

We CAN NOT accept the following items:
- Clothes
- Shoes
- Books
- Stuffed Animals
- Baby Clothes

Here are some examples of the things we will accept (again in USEABLE condition please!):
- Knick Knacks
- Comforters
- Camping Equipment
- Yard Tools
- Power Tools
- Records
- DVDs
- Camera Equipment
- Furniture
- Electronics
- Jewelry
- Baby FURNITURE (no clothes!)
- Picture Frames
- Artwork
- Unused Candles

We are happy to provide receipts as all donations are tax deductible.

Any questions - please send us a Tweet (@hopalonghollow), follow us on FaceBook (Hop Along Hollow), or email us at hopalonghollow@aol.com

Also!   If anyone is interested in making a donation of supplies directly to the shelter, we can always use the following:

- Water Bottles
- Food dishes/bowls
- Towels
- Newspaper
- Paper Towels
- Empty Paper Towel/Toilet Paper tubes
- Vinegar
- Rubber Gloves
- Petco/Petsmart gift cards


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