Baby Blue Bee Bunnies

30/12/2024

Repeat after me:

Cheyletiella mites are a secondary condition in rabbits.

These nasty little critters can live peacefully and invisibly on your rabbit but can get quickly out of control. But while the mites need treated, you should really be asking, why are they infesting my rabbit?

In the case of little Biston, he is sadly very immunosuppressed. He was surrendered to us while being treated for mites, however for months his vet (his previous caregiver had been taking him to an exotic vet and following all their advice) has not joined the dots as to why this wee boy is so infested. He is very sick and has done a good job hiding how sick he really is.

Rabbits can become immunosuppressed due to the stress of losing a companion or if dealing with an infection or EC.

Rabbits are fantastic groomers and will nibble away at their fur and keep bugs at bay. If they cannot do this, because of poor husbandry or being overweight, being in pain or having dental issues - they may quickly become infested with mites.

In Bistons case, he lost his companion back in the Summer and was diagnosed with mites. He also has EC, a severe inner ear infection and is overweight. A recipe for mite-xplotion!

So the question immediately after "how do I treat these mites?" Should be "why is my rabbit infested and how can I treat the underlying cause?".

29/12/2024

As one of the chosen causes, please head over and support this fundraiser 🙏

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We are running a book auction over the New year, in aid of our three 2025 chosen fundraisers. From 30th December to 7pm on 2nd January

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28/12/2024

These little darlings are Beans & Bagel. 🫘🥯 They've been staying on their first holiday with us and we've absolutely adored having them to stay. 🩵

Although brothers from the same litter, they have very different coat types. They may both look very fluffy, but their coats have very different textures and different issues. We thought it would be a good opportunity to talk about mixed breed lionhead and wooly bunnies!

The Double Maned lionhead is essentially a mixed breed of both fur and wool type rabbits - causing a variety of genetic mash up of coats. (Think - Cockapoo!) Each of these "teddy" type buns will have varying %'s of wool to fur in their coat.

Hop over to our stories today to learn more and what issues can occur with this breed and their coats. And get to see them once they were finished at the BBB bunny barbers. 3 days it took to complete!💈 💇‍♂️

The vast majority of people who purchase one of these buns have no idea the welfare concern of the breed, the level of work involved to maintain their coat, and there is often very little help or resources available. Certainly the breeders don't care or help! This leads to rabbits who are in pain, get heatstroke, quickly become matted with restricted movement, infections and skin conditions.

For anyone following along who has one of these types of buns, follow us for educational content on caring for them. And if you live in Scotland, you can get in touch if you need assistance with grooming or coat care. We will be there to help you and your buns. 🩵

And anyone considering adopting one of these buns from a rescue, don't be put off - you will receive all the support and guidance needed. These rabbits need homes and are given up so often. Often rescues will include grooming support lifelong for the bun you adopt.

26/12/2024

We absolutely LOVE seeing your bunnies enjoying their One Hop Hampers 🎁 What happy spoiled bunnies, just as they should be!

So much love and care goes into creating these hampers, so there's nothing better than seeing your buns enjoying them each year 🩵🐇

Thank you for sending, sharing and tagging us 🥰

24/12/2024

Another xmas eve, another mega groomathon! 65 bunnies to be exact. My hands ache, my backs broken but my heart is full. 🩵

All our happy holiday makers enjoyed a pampering and spa day ready for their wonderful week with us. ✨️🎁

Maverick & Pancake 🐇🐇
Blossom & Bramble 🐇🐇
Boo & Pecan 🐇🐇
Ligeia & Mistermina 🐇🐇
Lily & Snowy 🐇🐇
Beans & Bagel 🐇🐇
Blu 🐇
Cinnamon, Snowflake & Bonbon 🐇🐇🐇

Swipe to the end to see who left me a present on the grooming table 🤭 there's always one! 💦

22/12/2024

You've met all of our gorgeous girls 💗

All so different, like the sisters in Little Women - they all have unique characters and often squabble. Can you tell who is who from the book?

They are looking for their own homes to go to so they can be bonded to compatible companions to grow up with. They will be approx 2kg fully grown, a nice average size with beautiful sleek coats.

Available to adopt January. Ready for self bonding February.
Bonding is available in March at the rescue for any of them if you have a bun needing a companion and one of them would be a good fit.



Who is your fav?

21/12/2024

Our fuzzy little fella got his Winter wish ❄️✨️ He's hopped off to spend the holidays with his new parents, and will be back to meet his new cool crew in the new year 🐇🐇🐇🐇

We love you Bunnelby 🥲🩵 so so much 🎁

20/12/2024

LEDI 🤍

Littlest one, Ben Ledi is our final Hillwalker baby to introduce you to. She has stolen many of our teams heart, and it's easy to see why!

Small but mighty, Ledi never sits still for more for a second other than for a very quick head rub. Every image of her is blurred, even with a rapid burst lens on! She is forever zooming up and down fearlessly, jumping, binkying and darting from one place to another. She has endless energy and not even J can keep up!

Ledi has a sweet and gentle heart, while she may be bold and brave she is very soft natured and gets told off by her big sisters constantly for being too boisterous. She can't help it, she just loves to play!

Ledi will throw herself off ledges, bounce on top of her sisters and whatever they have in their mouth is fair game to race over and try to sn**ch. She doesn't have a bad bone in her body and just can't help herself, she is our little ADD baby.

This little one would be a great addition to most families and she would love a busy chaotic household. She is scared of nothing and no one and will get right in on the action. She will need a companion who can keep up with her or someone who is patient and will keep her in check as she needs clear direction.

While she doesn't have a preference for being in or out currently, she does have a need for a lot of space! She will need a very large space and not be penned in.

Now just turned 5 months old, she will be ready to adopt in the new year and ready for bonding in Feb.

19/12/2024

Sending cards?

We have beautiful new greetings cards with our gorgeous artist illustrated BBB bunny's on the front 😍 and best of all - an important welfare message on the back! So you can sneakily educate those you love on rabbit welfare. 🙌

Perfect for sending to a friend, a bunny lover or to celebrate a Gotcha day. Every card is blank inside and customisable. 🩵

Shop under Merch on our website or when you visit us - £1.99 or a pack of 10 for £10.

All proceeds support our rescue 🐇✨️

https://www.babybluebeebunnies.com/store/p429/Bunny_Greetings_Cards.html

17/12/2024

MORE 🧡

Ben More is our girl with the most majestic ears, although she is finally starting to grow into them.

More has the most gentle demeanour and was initially the shyest of her litter. She has always been the biggest and the underdog.

She likes to hold back while her sisters steal the spotlight, she's happy for them to take the pressure off her. She doesn't like to get involved in drama or chaos, preferring to sit nicely in her own company and munch away at hay or have a nap.

She will typically be the last to approach new people, but the more time you spend with her the closer your bond with her grows. She is incredibly sweet and never stroppy. Her binkies are the best, high and gangly and she loves to express her joy when out in the garden. Only when it's dry as she doesn't like rain!

Our gorgeous girl would fit into a lot of different homes, indoor or out but she would be the least happy in a room full of toddlers, so a home with older children or none would be her preference. She needs a companion on her wavelength, another youngster that can learn with her would be lovely.

She is just turning 5 months old now and will be available to adopt next month (bonding from Feb). Bonding for her is available at the rescue in March.

16/12/2024

Pretty Poppy here with an important reminder about boarding bookings 🏡

Our booking system automatically cancels any boarding requests when a deposit hasn't been paid, even if we have accepted your booking request. You don't officially have a booking with us until that deposit has been paid and anyone can take the booking.

15/12/2024

TEALLACH 🤎

Next is our little dark faced beauty, Beinn Teallach. She doesn't just have the looks, she is the smartest and possibly bravest of them all. Nothing holds her back and she has had a wise head on her shoulders since day 1.

She is stubborn and doesn't like to be told no, by humans or bunnies alike and she is very sure of her decisions. So are we, as she's usually right! She holds the weight of her siblings on her shoulders, and is very much the one who looks out for her sisters. She bravely explores new places and makes herself instantly right at home.

She is her mom's spitting image and is developing her caring and clever personality too. She enjoys working new things out and discovering new places. Puzzles don't last long with her until she works them out.

Teallach would make a great bun for a first timer and would definitely bring a lot to the table. She doesn't have a preference yet on environment but this could change as she gets older. She's not even 5 months old yet, and will be available to adopt next month (and bond from Feb). She would fit into a busy, multi-species household and is a bun you won't have to worry about! She has no special requirements or home conditions.

14/12/2024

DORAIN 🩶

Let's formally introduce Beinn Dorain, our little otter. From two weeks old she was always digging in corners and looking for things to do. She is a busy bunny, extremely nosy and sticks her nose often where it doesn't belong (including up others bottoms). This usually gets her into trouble, but most of the time she's the one causing the trouble. 🤣

She's a big sniffer! She's always sniffing and she will come and give you a big sniff when she meets you. If she's not sniffing, she's pushing things around and moving things to the "right place" - or so she says! 🛠

This little grey girl is scared of nothing and is fun, confident and carefree. She currently has no preference on environment, she has enjoyed everywhere she's stayed so long as she has plenty of space and things to keep her busy. This girlie can't be cooped up! She would fit into many homes and is a great blank canvas, a great clicker training candidate and would thrive with a family. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Dorain is approaching 5 months old and is going to be ready to adopt next month. She will be ready for bonding in February. 🐇🐇

14/12/2024

Dashing Sir Brushie enjoying his lazy weekend. 😴 He always enjoys starting the day off reading the guardian (one of the few who pays for it!). 🗞 After a spot of brunch it's time for a day by the fire and window watching. 🔥🪟

How do you like to spend a lazy weekend?

12/12/2024

12/12/2024

Seeking transport help for a bunny from Aberdeen down to the rescue (or near to) 🙏🚙

11/12/2024

We didn't want to bring you all this news. We've really not had time to grieve ourselves. Our darling little inspirational girl Blige had cancer. 💔

In a matter of weeks she had lost half her body weight and was completely covered in huge tumours. She lost the use of her legs and collapsed at the vets. With broken hearts, we said goodbye to her and held her tightly as she crossed the bridge. 🌈🌉🪽

Blige had a horrendous start to life, but she got to know bunny love, freedom and finally found out that not all humans were bad. We won't forget the kisses we got from her and seeing her with Billy who she adored. We hope they are reunited again. 🧡🖤

(click to read all the posts about their story)

09/12/2024

It was a fantastic week last week for the rescue, with so many positives and exciting things we can celebrate. However, animal rescue is not always a happy place and the realities soon rear their ugly head.

There are so many reasons rabbits come to the rescue, as a safe place. In the instance of this little boy, it was with urgency that we took him in for fear he was killed next. December is mating season for foxes and they are desperate for food. If your rabbits are outdoors they MUST be in a predator proof enclosure or those foxes won't give up until they're dead. Sadly these deaths can be prevented with adequate safety measures and the right housing. 😞

Welcome Burnish 🦋