Flossy’s Rescue Fluffle

19/07/2022

Keeping the bunnies cool with wet frozen towels and bottles of ice for the outdoor bunnies. They’re regularly being hosed down with cold water to assist in keeping their body temperature down.

13/07/2022

Unfortunately after one day and night back outside Thumper has stopped eating again. We’ve brought him back inside as it’s easier to administer medication and critical care, he has a mega fan keeping him cool and we are also able to keep an eye on his p**ps - we are watching him like a hawk and keeping everything crossed for some movement!

Thumper has taken to standing in his water bowl 🤣 he seems relaxed at the moment although I’m in no doubt he’s feeling very uncomfortable.

We will be looking to bond Thumper asap with resident rescue Phoebe. We suspect he’s unhappy at being in an enclosure by himself and may be the reason behind these bouts of stasis and general deteriorating of his wellbeing. He perked up very quickly when inside surrounded by humans and cats! Although he has his friends Monty & Rosie, Isla & Aspen very nearby outside, it’s not the same as having your very own companion or being fussed over regularly.

That’s going to be our mission over the summer… we don’t expect it to be easy as Phoebe is a very happy and independent single lady who has so far snubbed every potential partner - but we feel Thumper may be the one for her. We’ve watched his character carefully since November 2021 and are hopeful that their individual characters will work well together.

12/07/2022

❤️Want to help out your local wildlife?❤️

It’s really simple. Rescues are inundated at the moment with babies - hedgehogs, bunnies, squirrels, badgers, foxes… you name it, rescues are flooded with our next generation of wildlife who have found themselves orphaned, sick or dying of dehydration because their mothers have died due to dehydration or mama’s milk has dried up because of dehydration and can no longer feed her babies - this follows an unusually dry spring and now this exceptional heatwave 🔥 ☀️

A bowl of water, that is all!

Thank you 🐰 ❤️

12/07/2022

Good evening everyone.

☀️ With the extreme heat ongoing and only set to get more extreme - keep an extra close eye on your fluffs to ensure they’re staying hydrated and cool. Below are a number of ways to encourage hydration and to keep buns cool.

🍉 🥕 chop up small pieces of fruit & vegetables and place in a bowl of water. This will encourage the ‘apple bobbing’ game!! We know buns can’t resist a treat, they’ll get a mouth full of water whilst chasing the fruit.

🥶 Ice packs and cold (hot) water bottles. Put your trusty winter friend in the freezer to make a cold bottle, cover the bottle or an ice pack, large bottle of frozen water with a thin sheet and place in a cool, shaded area for bun. They will likely lay next to it.

💦 Hose down the runs!! We drench the ground whether it’s patio slaps, grass or gravel, it keeps the ground cool. Do this regularly and you’ll find your bun appreciating the cold ground on their tums.

Soak towels! We soak old towels and place those over the runs. It not only creates shade but keeps the immediate air cool and moist.

🐰 fine mist!! Now… once they realise what you’re doing, they’ll bolt but a fine mist from the hosepipe will not cause any harm to your bunny but does offer a refreshing cool down - it’s a quick and efficient way to cool bunny, especially if you can catch their ears!

⛔️ Finally, please see the attached image. This is a real concern.
There have been reported cases of wooden hutches setting on fire due to light reflecting from water bottles on to straw and hay!!! I don’t personally like water bottles and prefer bowls for my buns but even so, if there is anything that could reflect on to your hutch, be mindful and take all preventative measures to prevent this happening!

12/07/2022

Enormous congratulations to Charlie on the launch of her business ‘Charlie The Vet’ and her incredible creation of the Pet First Aid Kit!!

Charlie is one of the vets that has provided outstanding care for our rescue, treating a number of our bunnies and carrying out routine operations!

Well done 🌟

https://www.shropshirestar.com/news/local-hubs/shrewsbury/2022/07/12/shrewsbury-vet-secures-major-deal-after-developing-pet-first-aid-kit/

A Shropshire vet says she is on a mission to help pet owners care for their furry friends after an idea born from lockdown.

10/07/2022

Update on Thumper.

We decided to bring Thumper inside so that we could keep an eye on him plus it makes it easier to monitor him - urine, p**p output and administer meds and critical care etc, he appeared to enjoy his little space especially as it was equipped with a mega fan!

I massaged Thumper’s tummy regularly last night and was thrilled to start hearing some positive gut sounds - lots of popping and gurgling.

We filled his pen with a variety of different foods including lots of his favourite treats - with Gut Stasis, you need to get them eating asap so best to try absolutely everything.
Thumper had greens, a pear, a banana, hay, dried dandelion and his favourite fruity biscuits, all in a bid to tempt him to eat.

Late last night having drunk loads of water, he started to nibble on a pear and a little dandelion but it was nothing to write home about.

This morning, he has pretty much cleaned up everything that was left for him and there are lots of p**ps!! They’re not the ‘golden nuggets’ we like to see, they’re dark and hard but expected after an episode of stasis. We hope that throughout the day his gut will continue to work it’s magic and he will soon be back to his normal self!

09/07/2022

Little Thumper has had an emergency trip to the vet today.
We are so grateful to Oakville Veterinary Surgery, Bianca and Dave especially, as always, for seeing him immediately and beginning time critical treatment.
We are hopeful Thumper will be just fine now but we will be carefully monitoring him over the next 24-36 hours.
Thumper has developed Gut Stasis - the silent killer. Often there is no rhyme or reason to why it happens but prompt treatment is essential as it can kill in as little as 24 hours.
Rabbits are hind fermenters so it is essential that they have constant access to hay so they can eat regularly, this is to ensure that their gut is constantly on the move.

We will continue treatment at home which will involve pain management - a rabbit in pain won’t ever eat, administering critical care feed and water through a syringe, tummy massage and regular shots of Emeprid (gut stimulant).

If your rabbit suddenly stops eating, is lethargic, hiding, ears down, hard tummy and disinterested in everything, think Gut Stasis and seek immediate treatment ❤️

The cost of treatment today was a little shy of £125, if left longer Thumper would have required admission to hospital over the weekend and beyond for round the clock care which would have ended up being £100’s!

Early treatment also keeps the cost down!

08/05/2022

Those munchy faces 💕🐰

08/05/2022

Lilly Honeysettbeale from Lilly’s small pet bakery came to visit us today bringing a herby heart treat for each of the bunnies! These treats went down an absolute storm.
A freshly baked delicious and nutritious treat for all the buns (all 11 of them)
Harribo was the first to get a treat and he was thrilled with the tasty goodness!!

Thank you Lilly!!! ❤️🐰

We at Flossy’s Rescue Fluffle 💯 recommend Lilly’s small pet Bakery.

Page details in the comments ~ head over to the page and give Lilly some love 💕

07/05/2022

Phoebe, Arlo & Grace are having a lovely time munching on the grass today 🌱🐰

05/05/2022

Aspen and Isla getting their fix ☀️ 🌱

05/05/2022

Making the most of the sunshine here at Flossy’s.

The buns are taking it in turns to have some sunshine ☀️ and fresh grass 🌱 (their enclosures have pebbles and patio slabs down as a base to help manage claw length)

I’ve maximised the space by creating 3 smaller run areas so they can each have a grass fix throughout the day 🐰❤️

Oki and Ottie 🐈‍⬛ 🐾 are keeping guard of their friends and on lookout for any neighbourhood scoundrels!

Harribo is using his time in the garden to strengthen his back legs. He’s getting stronger every day 🥰

22/03/2022

Happy Birthday to our littlest rescuer! Bexi Griffiths
🥳 🐰 ❤️

21/03/2022

17/02/2022

A top to toe check of Aspen revealed an injury behind his right ear 😔

15/02/2022

After a trip to the vet with Monty & Rosie (pictured) today, it’s now record updating and bunny business admin.

We have a number of rescue bunnies that will need neutering in the springtime to allow bonding to take place, to be matched with a suitable companion and then ready for adoption early summer.

Has anyone got any ideas for fundraising? 🙏🏼

I’m thinking a raffle 🤔

10/02/2022

Yay or Nay? Shakes head!!! 🤣
Harribo is absolutely hilarious!