The suffering of rabbits
Disrespectfully exposed
Five white bunnies have survived
Aggression – and that’s not what abandoning animals is – should not be met with aggression. In the case of Holly, Blümchen, Eddie, Winnie and Pooh, I find it difficult to remain elegant.
An “releaseof an animal” is considered to be when an animal is released somewhere where there is no other care in place of the previous human care, so that the animal is left to fend for itself. This can be, for example, a place in the wild nature.
The abandonment of animals is a criminal offencewhich is punishable by fine of up to €25,000. The legal basis can be found in the Animal Protection Act: Section 3 TschG states that the abandonment of animals is prohibited. (juraforum.de).
The Gut Aiderbichl vision will soon be 25 years old
Founder Michael Aufhauser’s wish was to open people’s eyes and educate them about the rights of animals as fellow creatures. Animals look different, but they have all the same organs as humans and, just like humans, have a right to life.Gut Aiderbichl neither condemns nor passes judgement. This is precisely why it is always incomprehensible that people abandon animals. Behind many of the fates of the animals that have been and are taken in at Gut Aiderbichl are human fates such as illness, poverty, excessive demands or other hopeless life situations. When we help animals, we also help people.
Rabbits, like dogs or cats, are members of the family. If rabbits are no longer in demand as playmates for children, the educational effect of the parents must be activated. The ultimate goal should be to abandon a rabbit.
Holly, Blümchen, Eddie, Winnie and Pooh
They were waiting to be discovered outside the gate of Gut Aiderbichl Deggendorf
The Aiderbichler employee couldn’t believe her eyes: five snow-white rabbits with red eyes, aged around six months, were crammed into a box waiting for a “possible rescuer”. We don’t know how long the animals had been waiting for a finder. In nature, there are enemies such as foxes and martens – abandoning them is irresponsible and cruel.
Holly, Blümchen, Eddie, Winnie and Pooh have been vet-checked and are healthy. All five were not neutered. As rabbits carry approximately one month, we can look forward to offspring?
Rabbits as toys, as food or as laboratory animals
Rabbits unfortunately also spend a short life in drug research centres. The rabbit’s eye protein is dripped with experimental preparations until the sale is suitable for human medicine. It is suitable when the rabbit eye no longer reacts with inflammation and other painful reactions.
Rabbits are sold as snake food or are lucky enough to spend their entire lives with people who love animals.
Giving animals as gifts is not a good idea. Easter is approaching and it is usually the case that numerous rabbits are handed over to Gut Aiderbichl after the Easter holidays. Unfortunately, the desire to teach children responsibility with the help of donated animals often backfires. Children cannot be blamed for the fact that animals become “boring” for them and are then abandoned or given away. Responsibility for acquired pets remains the responsibility of the adult.
Holly, Blümchen, Eddie, Winnie and Pooh are respected and loved
I spoke to the staff at Gut Aiderbichl in Deggendorf and they confirmed that the five white rabbits are doing well. They have a good appetite and make a healthy impression.
Wish Holly, Blümchen, Eddie, Winnie and Pooh a protected, carefree life in Deggendorf and, may their story wake people up once again.
By: Gisela Pschenitschnig, Gut Aiderbichl
Tim and Coco - Commitment to the protection of rabbits
Tim is an influencer with a special focus: on his social media channels, he provides information about the responsible treatment of rabbits and rabbits. He is supported by Coco, one of his own rabbits, who often appears in his posts.
The aim of his work is to draw attention to the needs of these animals and to educate people about appropriate husbandry, care and nutrition.
In addition to information videos and insights into everyday life with Coco, Tim is also involved in cooperations with animal welfare organisations and campaigns for better living conditions for rabbits in private households.
With his platform, he reaches many people and wants to contribute to a more conscious and respectful treatment of small animals.
