He would have been PTS due to not coping with people (and also Sandy in here too)

Sky-O · Nov 28, 2012

This is Roger, my wildie.

4 years past his 'death row' status.

Doesn't he just look so scared!

Sitting on my lap

He then came up and nose-bumped my nose and used me as a 'ramp' to get to the settee. I then became a good play toy. He's a bit of a case this one, and a comedian.

And some others- I think he's my most beautiful rabbit. He's sleek and refined. So glossy and just luscious.

And here is the lovely Sandy who is battling so hard

And some of the pair of them.

This last one was taken just now.

katie88 · Nov 28, 2012

I apologise in advance for what I'm certain is a really stupid question... He is a wildie but he's black? Was he a pet that was released into the wild or can wildies be non-wildie coloured?! I feel silly but am genuinely curious.

In any case he is gorgeous and looks so healthy

ripminnie · Nov 28, 2012

Aww they are both gorgeous

how is Sandy now? X

steph182 · Nov 28, 2012

Both gorgeous

I have those socks too!

Elena · Nov 28, 2012

They're both beautiful, I love black rabbits.

What you say, and show, about Roger makes me think of Nutmeg. She was given away due to being aggressive and unfriendly but she will sit on my lap, climb on my back when I'm sweeping up, puddle up on the chair by my bed for head rubs. She just needs it in HER way, not the way a human wants it.

Barn Yard Bunnies · Nov 28, 2012

I want

Both are so stunning.

They are a combination of Mr B and Bandit.

Mega vibes for your lovely Sandy.

Mrsmcarey · Nov 29, 2012

What a beautifully glossy coat, Roger is gorgeous

And Sandy looks very sweet, vibes for Sandy too

MPHF · Nov 29, 2012

You must feel so special to get Roger to trust you like that. Bless his little heart. And continuing vibes for beautiful Sandy.x

Sky-O · Nov 29, 2012

katie88 said:
I apologise in advance for what I'm certain is a really stupid question... He is a wildie but he's black? Was he a pet that was released into the wild or can wildies be non-wildie coloured?! I feel silly but am genuinely curious.

In any case he is gorgeous and looks so healthy

Don't feel silly, it's a valid question. I personally think he descended from a domestic, but not his parents. However wildies can throw the odd black wildie out randomly anyway, even if there are no obvious domestic or coloured descendants. Roger was found living and accepted in a wild colony (with no other non-agouti coloured bunnies). The RSPCa Inspector felt it was appropriate to try and catch him, failing to realise he was actually a wildie, not an escaped domestic. When they brought him in he couldn't cope with anything. He would literally run in a blind panic, ricocheting off whatever was around. It was totally sad and distressing. The RSPCA didn't know what to do with him so, after removing him from his natural world felt it was appropriate to ask me for help (which is was) and tell me if I couldn't help then there was no other options. So I took him in to give him the best I could. The advice I had given the RSPCa about him they had completely ignored, but I applied the same techniques at home and within 5 days he was calmish (as calm as he is now) and able to hand feed. No more blind panic running. And even after 4 years the bond is still growing, but he is so different from my domestics, both in looks, fur type and also predominantly behaviour and the speed in which he lives his life.

Elena said:
They're both beautiful, I love black rabbits.

What you say, and show, about Roger makes me think of Nutmeg. She was given away due to being aggressive and unfriendly but she will sit on my lap, climb on my back when I'm sweeping up, puddle up on the chair by my bed for head rubs. She just needs it in HER way, not the way a human wants it.

Yup, too right. Give the bunny the control and it can make the world of difference to bunny. Nutmeg is lucky she came your way, that's for sure

XxLeanne · Nov 29, 2012

Awww

they are both lovely looking rabbits, Roger is very handsome!

Fellie · Nov 29, 2012

Oh - he is beautiful...so glossy! So glad you were able to give him a home where he can be himself.

Gemmapookie · Nov 29, 2012

What an incredibly special bun. Such a sad start to his story being taken from his family like that

But thank goodness he ended up firmly on his feet with you

He certainlydoes not look like a terrified bun there! :lol:

Elena · Nov 29, 2012

Sky-O said:
Don't feel silly, it's a valid question. I personally think he descended from a domestic, but not his parents. However wildies can throw the odd black wildie out randomly anyway, even if there are no obvious domestic or coloured descendants. Roger was found living and accepted in a wild colony (with no other non-agouti coloured bunnies). The RSPCa Inspector felt it was appropriate to try and catch him, failing to realise he was actually a wildie, not an escaped domestic. When they brought him in he couldn't cope with anything. He would literally run in a blind panic, ricocheting off whatever was around. It was totally sad and distressing. The RSPCA didn't know what to do with him so, after removing him from his natural world felt it was appropriate to ask me for help (which is was) and tell me if I couldn't help then there was no other options. So I took him in to give him the best I could. The advice I had given the RSPCa about him they had completely ignored, but I applied the same techniques at home and within 5 days he was calmish (as calm as he is now) and able to hand feed. No more blind panic running. And even after 4 years the bond is still growing, but he is so different from my domestics, both in looks, fur type and also predominantly behaviour and the speed in which he lives his life.

Yup, too right. Give the bunny the control and it can make the world of difference to bunny. Nutmeg is lucky she came your way, that's for sure

And Roger is very lucky you were there for him too, to understand him.

Captain Helen · Nov 29, 2012

Awwwww, they're both stunning!

silverrabbit · Nov 29, 2012

His fur is amazing

Sandy is lovely, I had a bun called Nobby that was like her, he was a lil cutie

esupi · Nov 29, 2012

They are both gorgeous. He looks very 'majestic' to me.
I have no idea why people don't like black rabbits!

katie88 · Nov 29, 2012

Thank you Sky-O for explaining. I had no idea wildies could be black or even that non-wildies could be accepted into a wildie colony.

What an incredible story and what a handsome chap. He's so shiny!

Bun-Mum-Tammy · Nov 29, 2012

He is absolutely stunning, wish my hair was as shiny as his fur

He's obviously devoted to Sandy as well, the photos of them together are lovely. Hope she's feeling better as well
X

Lea-Anne · Nov 29, 2012

Both are gorgeous and remind me of my own V and Liq

Roger seems to know he's handsome :lol: - he has a beautiful shine to his coat

Mischief and Tinker's Mum · Nov 29, 2012

He's beautiful!

He looks so happy! How come if you didnt take him the only option was pts? Surely he should have been released back into the wild seeing as that's where he came from? :?

He would have been PTS due to not coping with people (and also Sandy in here too)

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