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by Tru-Luv Rabbitry | September 3, 2009 · 12:40 am

Holly Hope in search for her diamond ring!

Today’s Hope turn to have her run time and it has been a while since I last wrote about her. I am sure some of you friends out there misses her sometimes. Here you are a little something about my favorite little lilac Holland Lop.

She was as busy as a bee in the run. Digging mostly…

Opening Act - Buhny Butt Flash!

Digging in the box...

It should be here somewhere, my bling

Can't find it in there!

Half-A-Butt-Flash

Sniff Sniff, it's somewhere near!

MORE DIGGIN'! Full-Butt-Flash

Boy am I tired!

Don't you dare come any closer,you wouldn't wanna mess with a woman that just lost her diamond ring!

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by Tru-Luv Rabbitry | August 19, 2009 · 8:51 am

Patience is a virtue?

Twenty to Thirty years – that is how long it took some of the best breeders in US to achieve their objective of producing top lops. Where am I? 3 years. Not even half way there. Will I be able to sustain for another 7 years at least? Probably provided that I am successful in getting what I have now bred. My numbers are decreasing. 3 bucks to 4 does out of which only 1 had given me a viable kit thus far.

Will I be able to sustain another 17 years? Most probably not. I am not too sure, it’s too far ahead. It is really tiring and I am not sure if I could really take all the heartaches anymore.

When you go into Holland Lops, the odds are already against you. Viable litters most of the time comes only in 50%. Out of which your entire herd’s death rate stands at approximately 20%. Which means out of 100, 20 would die due to unknown causes. I only have 7 right now. I really do hope that the odds leave me alone for a while, at least.

It is particularly hard being one of the pioneers of raising this breed in Malaysia. Have all my US breeder friends to thank for all the sharing of experiences. I’ve never seen a hobby that could take over your life but as the saying goes, Holland Lop rules!

Indeed they do…

Binky Free My Little Seychel

Thank you all for your prayers. I believe it has been answered one way or another. As I was preparing the pineapple juice, Seychel was already at her last lap of battle. She was very weak and I noticed something that gave me a reason believe that it was not G.I. Stasis.

It was very clear today that Seychel was having difficulty breathing. She was breathing through her mouth as I noticed her tilting her head upwards. I thought that my pineapple juice would be given in vain and I believe by using the syringe it would clog up her breathing passage further. By then she was struggling to sit upright.

I held her in my arms for a couple of minutes and she started to go into convulsion, let out a squek and breath her last.

As many articles have written, fur block or G.I. Stasis is caused by an underlying problem. There was a reason why Seychel wasn’t eating and drinking. There are too many possibilities ranging from respiratory problems to even heart attack. Whatever it is I would like to put a rest to all the speculation and allow her to rest in peace. The only consolation I have is that, at least she was in my arms when she breath her last and no one else had to go through this pain except for me.

Good bye my dear Seychel, I prayed that you will get well and indeed you got much more than I prayed for. Send my regards to Unix, Micro, Latara and all the little TLR bunnies at rainbow bridge. Love you lots!

Beth will miss you but at least she have this photo to remember

Void & Emptiness is what I feel at this very moment

I miss you loads!

TLR is broken…

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by Tru-Luv Rabbitry | August 18, 2009 · 5:07 pm

Through The Rain

So what happens after the thunderstorm? There is a moment of silence. The silence normally breaks with the sound of birds chirping. That is exactly what accepting the facts of life is all about for me.

Today will be the second day that I wonder what awaits me at home. We all do hope Seychel will come around and be well again. I have exhausted all resources and my mental strength in keeping her alive. I will continue to do the same this evening.

I have to remind myself to take pride in saving her (if I am able) but if she decides to give up, there is nothing much I could do. I’ll always remember to stay cheerful in the presence of a sick bunny. They could pick the bad vibes up from us.

Let’s see what happens…

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by Tru-Luv Rabbitry | August 17, 2009 · 9:14 pm

Seychel making some progress

Poo, Poop, Doodie, Doo Doo, Craps (stop laughing Teri!) or whatever you call it, definitely something most of us would not like to be associated to. Unfortunately, it is not the case with rabbits. If you’re looking for something to represent the term “full of sh*t”, look for a rabbit. Yes, I am writing out of frustration. What else to make myself feel happier than to be the most sarcastic, hormonal and emotional bloke on earth?

You’ve been warned, rabbits definitely bring out the worst in you. If you are a seasoned rabbit person, you’ll realize how happy SH*T, POOP, Doo Doo and Crap can make you feel!

I’ve never come across any hobby that have high regards for such a disgusting thing! And yet, the more sh*t thrown at you, the more you are drawn to it! Just like a line from this movie that my wife is currently watching entitled “He’s Just Not Into You”. In the opening scene a little boy pushed a little girl and the girl’s mommy told her that the reason why the boy was treating her badly was because he likes her. That’s exactly how this love and hate relationship is between Man and Rabbit!

All that crap being said, I would like to thank all who have followed all the crap that has been happening at TLR and have prayed fervently. One thing I learn about rabbits so far is that, it’s a challenge of who has got the bigger crap! Since I have been thrown so much crap, I’m making a bigger crap to be thrown back. That way, I am sure they will thrive and start to act like rabbits and thus, breed like rabbits!

Yes, I have had enough of them acting up on me and it is time to fight back with a vengence. NO MORE MISTER NICE GUY! And no bunny satay or fried bunny for dinner either. I am so not going to give them my love. They are so grounded!

And back to the topic of this post, I found some regular not that small poop on Seychel’s tray. A small part of me rejoices but then again, not being too nice just in case anything should happen, I’ll be able to say “Que Sera Sera”!

Here you go, the crap we all so love about our rabbits…

Left: No good Crap & Right: Not that bad Crap!

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by Tru-Luv Rabbitry | August 16, 2009 · 5:45 pm

My Version Of A Perfect Holland Lop Part 2?

Extremely unsatisfied with my lack of talent, I persevered. I continue sketching, sketching and more sketching. Alas, this was by far the best I could produce. Indeed this shall be my objective and goal. My own perfect Holland Lop…

My Perfect Holland Lop!

What do you think? Cute?

On the side note, I felt pretty refreshed this weekend. I realized how much I should not take my Hollands for granted. Taking a step backwards and realizing how each and everyone of them having a history of their own make them extra special and precious.

I believe what most breeders fear most is the possibility of losing their favorites and I am no exception. When we do loose our favorites, we kept on hoping that they would manifest themselves in the future generations of rabbits that we breed.

How we wish that our pets will never leave us. That way, it will save a lot of frustration and heart breaks.

But who are we to decide when we’re merely weak human beings.

Have great week ahead everyone!

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by Tru-Luv Rabbitry | August 14, 2009 · 10:59 pm

My Version Of A Perfect Holland Lop?

I have not touched a 2B pencil and a drawing board for a very long time. I just had an idea to put into drawing what I have in mind as a perfect Holland Lop for me. I guess it did not turn out that well. The fact remains that I am no better in drawing compared to my talented father and perhaps my daughter – LOL!

So here I was thinking, I want those nice crowns, thick short front legs, perfectly huge head that is 1/3 the size of the entire rabbit and hind legs tucked beneath the center of the mid section and so on and so forth. And guess how that turned out?

The future of TLR?

I know! I am bad with drawing and sketches – LOL!

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by Tru-Luv Rabbitry | August 9, 2009 · 6:15 pm

Sunday Chillax!

I made some observation on all the bunnies’ behavior while using the run. Most of them like to dig at the 4 corners and causes all the wood shavings to go flying out the play pen. I have since placed a corner litter tray at one of the corners. I then place tiles on the other 3 corners. The tiles worked out very well. I put cardboard boxes on top of 2 of the tiles and guess what?

They love chilling out on top of the cooling tiles!

Guess Who Is In The Box

HINT: Not Jack!

Truffles’ New Home

First of all, I must say that Bugsy is a VERY VERY nice little bunny! This little Siamese Sable (I think ND x Polish) is absolutely beautiful and his color is so amazing! Bugsy belongs to Shahfiq & Adesh (absolutely perfect couple). My parents say they move together – a match made in heaven indeed. LOL!

Shahfiq & Adesh are the proud owners of Tru-Luv Truffles. I am so thrilled to announce that they are photography enthusiasts as well. Just take a look at this photo they took and the amazing setup they have for both Truffles and Bugsy. The things we do for our bunnies – OMG!

Fit for kings! Photo courtesy of http://www.chestnutpictures.com/

For more updates on Truffles please visit http://www.chestnutpictures.com/. Bunnies do bring people together and I am very honored to have known both Shahfiq & Adesh. Thank you so much for approaching me!