Midwest BunFest

02/19/2025

Rescue Partner Bunny Lu Adoptions, Inc. is fighting to stay open, as their county in Virginia has recently decided their rescue’s operations are “non-compliant” with current zoning regulations. This decision threatens to shut down the rescue, putting countless rabbits at risk and leaving their community without an essential animal welfare resource. ‼️Please sign and share the petition, call, and email‼️ Bunny Lu's email template is in comments.

https://www.change.org/p/help-bunny-lu-continue-their-lifesaving-rabbit-rescue-mission?recruiter=942944221&recruited_by_id=89fac3f0-487f-11e9-8f82-5f973d3770c8&utm_source=share-personal&utm_campaign=starter_onboarding_share_flow&utm_medium=email

Contact Information:
Sandra Bunch Zoning Administrator
Phone: (540) 245-5700
Email: [email protected]

🚨 Bunny Lu desperately needs your help to continue operating!!

We are calling on Augusta County to reconsider their recent decision deeming the rescue’s operations “non-compliant” with current zoning regulations. This decision threatens to shut down the rescue, putting countless rabbits at risk and leaving our community without an essential animal welfare resource.

For 26 years, Bunny Lu has provided a safe haven for abandoned, neglected, and surrendered rabbits. The rescue works tirelessly to rehabilitate and rehome rabbits while also educating the public about proper rabbit care and responsible pet ownership. The compassionate work being done here is invaluable to our community—and it must be protected.

Without Bunny Lu, local shelters will be further overwhelmed, and many rabbits in need will have nowhere to go. With only 30 days to appeal the decision, time is running out to ensure this rescue can continue its mission of saving lives.

We need your help! By signing this petition, you are showing your support for Bunny Lu and urging Augusta County to allow the rescue to continue operating. Together, we can send a powerful message that the rescue is an irreplaceable part of our community—and it must be saved.

Please sign and share this petition today to help protect Bunny Lu and the animals that depend on it. Every signature brings us one step closer to ensuring a future for this essential rescue.

Thank you for your support!

https://chng.it/X4DqN9MQQL

12/01/2024

We found this ear ring at BunFest. If it is yours, send an email to [email protected] and we will figure out how to get it to you. Bev

10/29/2024

A big thank you to all of our 2024 rescue partners! You all truly make a difference every day, and we were thrilled to come together with you this weekend in person 🧡

10/28/2024

Thank you again to all of our sponsors for helping to make Midwest Bunfest 2024 a success!

10/27/2024

Today’s the day!!

10/26/2024

Midwest 2024 sponsor Veterinary Emergency Group is an emergency veterinary hospital for any type of pet—even exotics—for any pet emergency or urgent care need.

For bunny parents, they’re here for you 24/7, even on holidays. Their top-rated ER vet team is ready to handle everything from lack of appetite to wry neck to parasites, and more. And since their focus is on helping people and their pets, you can stay with your bun all throughout treatment!

10/26/2024

One more sleep until Midwest Bunfest 2024!🐇

10/26/2024

Ignyte Financial is a returning event sponsor!
They have built their business on trust and integrity. By working to understand their client’s individual goals and priorities, they tailor solutions and partner with them to help as they pursue their short-term and long-term goals.

Katie Wolfe, Ignyte Financial COO and a Financial Advisor, has had rescue rabbits for over 15 years and is actively involved in and has been an invaluable member of the rescue community in Columbus. Katie’s commitment to honesty and integrity lead to long-lasting relationship with her clients.

10/25/2024

Ready to learn a lot at Midwest Bunfest 2024? We have a full day of education sessions and special interest presentations lined up!

Follow the link below to read descriptions of each session and our presenter bios:

https://www.midwestbunfest.org/bun-education.html

10/25/2024

2024 MWBF sponsor New Wave Vet offers Traditional Chinese Medicine to treat, but also prevent illnesses and injuries in your beloved companion. They offer treatments to dogs, cats, and rabbits! It is a whole-body approach for long-term health management and longevity. Tradition Chinese Medicine (TCM) uses a holistic lens to assess the Body as One and most importantly, views all systems as connected. Their main modality is acupuncture, although they also recommend Chinese herbal medicine, nutraceuticals (supplements), food therapy & when applicable, laser therapy.

10/25/2024

Be sure to visit the raffle and silent auction during the event this Sunday!

10/25/2024

Event sponsor Animal Care Unlimited has been serving Central Ohio since 1986 and has a history steeped in respect for the care and well-being of all animals. Their dedicated veterinarians and experienced professional staff see a wide variety of animals, including rabbits of course!

They are an AAHA accredited practice with Certified Fear Free® Professionals providing complete medical care for all species, including advanced diagnostics and comprehensive surgical, medical and critical care services.

10/24/2024

We are just days away from Midwest BunFest 2024! This Sunday we will be in our new venue, The Makoy in Hilliard. We are so excited to see everybun.

Binky over to Hoppy Hour on Saturday, our pre-MWBF event:

Saturday, October 26th
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Hotel Bar at Embassy Suites Dublin
5100 Upper Metro Pl, Dublin OH 43017

https://ohiohouserabbitrescue.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=fac69735b83335103d7ea324f&id=ecbceec05d&e=39c2c43f5e

10/24/2024

The Bun Buddies will be returning as a vendor this year!

They are a small, online business that designs and creates homemade items for bunny lovers such as figurines, keychains, stickers, etc. They donate a portion of all their sales to Ohio House Rabbit Rescue and Columbus House Rabbit Society. Go check them out!​
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​Visit: thebunbuddies.square.site
Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebunbuddies/
Instagram: instagram.com/thebunbuddiesofficial

10/24/2024

Sherwood Pet Health will be joining us for MWBF 2024!
It is their mission to provide pet parents with the best, scientifically backed, nutritional products that will help their loved ones to live the happiest and most healthy lives possible. Sherwood is the maker of the only soy/grain-free food and nutrition products in the U.S. and around the world. They have vet offices, rescue groups, including the HRS centers that sell, use and recommend their foods. They hope to influence and educate pet parents everywhere about their pets nutritional, environmental, and emotional health and wellness needs. They will continue to make efforts in serving and aiding in the adoption and rescue process of these small animals with the aim that they are placed in forever homes with educated caretakers.

10/23/2024

MedVet’s team provides the most advanced therapies and procedures available to rabbits and other exotic pets.

Learn more about their full range of services and be sure to check out MWBF education and special interest sessions to hear directly from members of MedVet’s veterinary team including Dr. Jew, Dr. Oglesbee, and Dr. Fagundo.

https://www.medvet.com/specialty/avian-exotics/

10/22/2024

SEW RUTH will be selling beautiful, handmade quilts and other bunny-themed fabric items. Don’t see what you like? She takes custom orders for anything you want. She donates all proceeds to the bunnies of Ohio House Rabbit Rescue.​

​Visit: www.sewruth.com

10/22/2024

We are thrilled to announce the auction of "Devotion", a one-of-a-kind piece by award-winning artist Lisa M Edwards. Known for her stunning 2D Mixed Media Art, Lisa's work continues to inspire and uplift.

This special piece, created for Midwest BunFest, will be auctioned to benefit Ohio House Rabbit Rescue and Columbus House Rabbit Society. 100% of the proceeds will go directly to supporting these local rescues.

Don’t miss your chance to own this unique work of art and support a great cause!