Dandelion Den Bunnies
Warren Scout
news today. From a reliable source, 2 rabbits were abandoned at a well known theme park and this is 'not unusual'. The "parents" evidently dump the bunnies in the bushes near the car park and "exchange" them hypothetically for a day at the theme park with their children, who sell out on this basis and enjoy a day out before going home without their pets. Thankfully, although my children would no doubt swap each other for a day ticket, they would not hear of this nonsense and were as shocked and saddened as I was at hearing the tale.
I know that those involved in rescue are far more aware of what goes on out there and this will (sadly) not be the worst story, but the nature of the "exchange" of the unwanted pet for a theme park ticket makes this situation even more sickening. The next generation are learning that responsibility can be shrugged off and exchanged for a thrill, at a high financial cost as well as the cost to the animal. The going rate for a day at these places is the cost of a neuter and vaccination/improved accommodation/several weeks food, too, which adds an extra sting in the tail.
Will be eyeing all people with suspicion on my next visit AND checking the bushes before I leave.
I know that those involved in rescue are far more aware of what goes on out there and this will (sadly) not be the worst story, but the nature of the "exchange" of the unwanted pet for a theme park ticket makes this situation even more sickening. The next generation are learning that responsibility can be shrugged off and exchanged for a thrill, at a high financial cost as well as the cost to the animal. The going rate for a day at these places is the cost of a neuter and vaccination/improved accommodation/several weeks food, too, which adds an extra sting in the tail.
Will be eyeing all people with suspicion on my next visit AND checking the bushes before I leave.