Dwarf Rabbit Batman
From the perspective of Gut Aiderbichl
(narrated by Gisela Pschenitschnig)
Dwarf rabbit Batman misses his family
A few days ago, Gut Aiderbichl's animal relief organisation received a desperate call. "My wife had a premature birth and is in hospital, yesterday the rabbit's partner passed away and now Batman is urgently looking for a place". In many years at Gut Aiderbichl, I have repeatedly noticed the desperation, insecurity and sometimes also the excessive demands of people. It's good when people who no longer know what to do get in touch with us. Someone else would have possibly abandoned - the newly father of a new family wanted Batman to be well looked after, and we were able to relieve him of the worry about his rabbit.
Batman is just learning that everything will be all right again
Batman is eight years old and was taken from the shelter 7 years ago. Although the owner was stressed due to the premature birth of his child and went back and forth between his home, the hospital and work, he did not lose sight of his Batman and wanted to place him well. However, returning him to a shelter was out of the question.
So now the coal-black Batman came to Gut Aiderbichl Henndorf. We were lovingly given some advice about what Batman likes. For example, he likes fruit and vegetables, but not dry food.
Well, now the cuddly Batman is sitting in his new home. The carers spend a lot of time with him. They talk to Batman, stroke him and notice that his eating behaviour is improving. Once he knows the voices of his carers, it will also be easier for Batman.
Can an animal grieve?
Of course animals can grieve. They have a soul, they have feelings and they suffer or rejoice like we do.
Batman is suffering from the loss of his partner. He is sad because his owner had to give him up due to time constraints. You can't read Batman's mind, but you can feel it. I sat with Batman for some time today. Very quietly and carefully, I sat at the edge of his enclosure. He sniffed my sandals, "Who are you?". I watched him, slowly reaching out my hand and tenderly stroking his wonderfully soft fur. Batman's little heart beat excitedly.
Batman is sad, but he was noticeably enjoying the lightly circling caresses of my hand. The T-Touch*) not only relaxes horses or dogs - small, sad dwarf rabbits like Batman enjoy the touch too.
Like all the animals that live at Aiderbichl find a forever home, Batman will soon be able to feel joy again. Now he wants to be allowed to be sad.
I am convinced that he will soon be able to live in the beautiful rabbit meadow together with Alice, Balu Billy and all the other rabbits, he will soon live a happy rabbit life.
If you Batman want to find him,you will recognise him by hisbeautiful, black fur.
Sincerely, your Gisela.
