Judy Geraldine Keutsch
Judy was a kind and beautiful soul who dedicated her life to helping others and especially helping animals. She has been a supporter of Hoppy Hearts for the past few years and has sponsored numerous rabbits so that they could receive the medical treatments they needed to live long and hoppy lives. Judy was a very special person to us and we feel she deserves to be recognized and remembered for her passion and dedication to trying to help as many animal lives as she could. She not only supported Hoppy Hearts, but also a variety of other animal rescues and charities. We will forever remember Judy and the love she had for all animals and her passion to help them in any way she could. Rest In Peace, Judy. Rescuer's Rainbow Bridge Poem
Judy was a kind and beautiful soul who dedicated her life to helping others and especially helping animals. She has been a supporter of Hoppy Hearts for the past few years and has sponsored numerous rabbits so that they could receive the medical treatments they needed to live long and hoppy lives. Judy was a very special person to us and we feel she deserves to be recognized and remembered for her passion and dedication to trying to help as many animal lives as she could. She not only supported Hoppy Hearts, but also a variety of other animal rescues and charities. We will forever remember Judy and the love she had for all animals and her passion to help them in any way she could. Rest In Peace, Judy. Rescuer's Rainbow Bridge Poem
Lucy's Babies
You were born too early and were not ready to be in this world. To young to nurse, unable to suckle... we had to say goodbye but not for forever. We will see you again on the other side of the rainbow.
You were born too early and were not ready to be in this world. To young to nurse, unable to suckle... we had to say goodbye but not for forever. We will see you again on the other side of the rainbow.
Rusty
Nothing could have prepared us for the events that occurred that took you from this world. We will forever be wishing that we could have done something more something different.
We will see you on the other side sweet boy.
Nothing could have prepared us for the events that occurred that took you from this world. We will forever be wishing that we could have done something more something different.
We will see you on the other side sweet boy.
Potter
Before he joined our family, Potter lived a tough life outdoors on his own. Despite his past he was very friendly and very fearless. Potter has a large personality that can not be forgotten. We miss you buddy, you were so wonderful!
Before he joined our family, Potter lived a tough life outdoors on his own. Despite his past he was very friendly and very fearless. Potter has a large personality that can not be forgotten. We miss you buddy, you were so wonderful!
Shiloh
This sweet angel was found by a family after it had been abandoned outside.
HHRR received a late night call and headed out immediately the next day in torrential down pour to pick the rabbit up. From first glace, it was easy to see that this rabbit was in poor condition. We contacted Lisa Bruce of Dancing Rabbit Refuge for assistance knowing that his poor creature was going to need serious treatment. Once in Lisa's care it was determined that Shiloh had multiple teeth issues. Shiloh appeared to have been having her teeth trimmed without proper vet care and as a result, the mouth was greatly swollen and there were multiple abscess in on the jaw. The body condition score was a 1/10 and it didn't seem like this tiny rabbit had eaten in some time (likely due to its' sore infected mouth). There was also urine scalding, broken toes and very severely advanced fly strike.The genitalia was too mutilated for Shiloh to be sexed. We figure that once Shiloh's dental issues became too much, that it was simply tossed outside like trash. There were no fleas, mites or dirt on it's coat (despite all of the rain).
This little Angel passed in Lisa's arms later that evening as he/she was stroked and told that he/she was beautiful and loved. Shiloh found his/her way to the bridge with love and kindness. Shiloh was too sick for us to do anything but provide comfort. Shiloh touched us deeply and has left a deep impression on our hearts.
This sweet angel was found by a family after it had been abandoned outside.
HHRR received a late night call and headed out immediately the next day in torrential down pour to pick the rabbit up. From first glace, it was easy to see that this rabbit was in poor condition. We contacted Lisa Bruce of Dancing Rabbit Refuge for assistance knowing that his poor creature was going to need serious treatment. Once in Lisa's care it was determined that Shiloh had multiple teeth issues. Shiloh appeared to have been having her teeth trimmed without proper vet care and as a result, the mouth was greatly swollen and there were multiple abscess in on the jaw. The body condition score was a 1/10 and it didn't seem like this tiny rabbit had eaten in some time (likely due to its' sore infected mouth). There was also urine scalding, broken toes and very severely advanced fly strike.The genitalia was too mutilated for Shiloh to be sexed. We figure that once Shiloh's dental issues became too much, that it was simply tossed outside like trash. There were no fleas, mites or dirt on it's coat (despite all of the rain).
This little Angel passed in Lisa's arms later that evening as he/she was stroked and told that he/she was beautiful and loved. Shiloh found his/her way to the bridge with love and kindness. Shiloh was too sick for us to do anything but provide comfort. Shiloh touched us deeply and has left a deep impression on our hearts.
Pumpkin
Pumpkin was rescued from an auction for $0.25 when nobody else wanted him. Weaned too young from his mother, he had some health complications that ended up taking his life. This tiny baby boy has broken the hearts of many, but he got to know love and kindness in his short life.
Pumpkin was rescued from an auction for $0.25 when nobody else wanted him. Weaned too young from his mother, he had some health complications that ended up taking his life. This tiny baby boy has broken the hearts of many, but he got to know love and kindness in his short life.
Eve
Eve passed suddenly while in her foster home. She was a pure delight and everyone loved her. Binky free our little angel, we will miss you forever.
Eve passed suddenly while in her foster home. She was a pure delight and everyone loved her. Binky free our little angel, we will miss you forever.
Bud and Bloom
The babies we never got to meet but hold dear to our hearts. Tulip suddenly went into labor, but sadly her babies were stillborn.
The babies we never got to meet but hold dear to our hearts. Tulip suddenly went into labor, but sadly her babies were stillborn.
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Pudge
Surrendered at nearly 10 years old, Pudge stayed with us as a sanctuary rabbit. We all fell in love with his spirited personality and made sure he enjoyed every single day he was with us. His immune system became weaker and the medication provided started doing worse than good. Pudge enjoyed his last days with Danielle Thomas who fed him extra yummy meals each day. Pudge passed suddenly and quickly in her arms the morning of Dec 8, 2015. |
Harley
Surrendered in late 2017 with her bonded partner, (HHRR bun) Pebz, after her owner made the decision to return to school and no longer had time to care for the two bonded rabbits. Harley became ill with what we thought were gi issues, but despite treatment and a willingness to eat, she passed away.
Surrendered in late 2017 with her bonded partner, (HHRR bun) Pebz, after her owner made the decision to return to school and no longer had time to care for the two bonded rabbits. Harley became ill with what we thought were gi issues, but despite treatment and a willingness to eat, she passed away.
Johnny
Surrendered in March, Jonny was with us for barely 3 days before he passed away. We were shocked and devastated and promptly sent him for a postmortem to find out exactly what had caused such a rapid decline. The official report came back as sepsis caused by a massive pasturella infection. Unfortunately this is not something that anyone could have prevented as rabbits are carriers of pastruella and at times the infection can flare up. He was seen by two different veterinarians but unfortunately he did not present with respiratory symptoms typical of this type of infection. He barely had a temperature which would have indicated something more going on. Even if he was kept in hospital, he would have unfortunately passed away as his major organs were already failing. Upon his return from the second vet, little Johnny passed away in our arms. We are completely heartbroken that this sweet little man didn't have a chance to start a new life. Binky Free sweet Johnny boy.
Surrendered in March, Jonny was with us for barely 3 days before he passed away. We were shocked and devastated and promptly sent him for a postmortem to find out exactly what had caused such a rapid decline. The official report came back as sepsis caused by a massive pasturella infection. Unfortunately this is not something that anyone could have prevented as rabbits are carriers of pastruella and at times the infection can flare up. He was seen by two different veterinarians but unfortunately he did not present with respiratory symptoms typical of this type of infection. He barely had a temperature which would have indicated something more going on. Even if he was kept in hospital, he would have unfortunately passed away as his major organs were already failing. Upon his return from the second vet, little Johnny passed away in our arms. We are completely heartbroken that this sweet little man didn't have a chance to start a new life. Binky Free sweet Johnny boy.
Waldo
Suddenly and tragically our sweet Waldo passed away after enduring a horrific leg injury in his foster home. He had caught himself on the exercise pen and broke his fibula and tore a large wound into his leg. Unfortunately with long bone injuries there is a high risk of a fat embolism that develops when the marrow is exposed to the blood stream. Even though our little guy was at the vet, they were unable to save him as embolisms are a silent killer. He was on pain killers and was made comfortable prior to his passing. We wish we could have done more to save you sweet boy.
Suddenly and tragically our sweet Waldo passed away after enduring a horrific leg injury in his foster home. He had caught himself on the exercise pen and broke his fibula and tore a large wound into his leg. Unfortunately with long bone injuries there is a high risk of a fat embolism that develops when the marrow is exposed to the blood stream. Even though our little guy was at the vet, they were unable to save him as embolisms are a silent killer. He was on pain killers and was made comfortable prior to his passing. We wish we could have done more to save you sweet boy.