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- 07/02/2014 at 7:18 AM
  Robsankofa
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  My Netherland Dwarf Harvey died on Sunday and I’m devastated.
  
  He was 5 and I had him since he was 2. He was an indoor bunny and had the whole house to hop around. Everyone has told me that he had such a good life as he we spoiled him and treated him so well. He had such an amazing personality, he was so friendly and loving and like a little person really.
  
  I’m so upset and keep crying as the house isn’t the same since he’s gone. I think about how healthy and happy he was only a week ago.
  
  He had gut stasis I think so wasn’t eating or pooping. We caught it early and the vet praised us for acting quickly and keeping him hydrated. We were given the rescue food mix which he was eating but there was still no movement and within hours he had deteriorated and had to be euthanized. I remember the vet saying “his body is in the process of dying” and I just broke down. That phrase now just brings me to tears thinking about his lovely little face.
  
  I know a lot of people don’t understand pet attachment or grieving when a pet dies and people will say ‘it’s only a rabbit’ but Harvey was my absolute pride and joy and I don’t know what to do to help move on.
  
  Rob
- 07/02/2014 at 2:42 PM
  LongEaredLions
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  Oh Rob, I am so sorry. It is so hard, I know, especially when they go so fast. Bunnies aren’t “just a rabbit,” they are special, and you have every right to feel how you do. It really does hurt, but you gave him the best life possible, and he was very happy. Try to remember the good times, and in time, it will hurt less. It will never get easier, because they leave a hole in your heart, but it will hurt less. (((((Binky Free precious Harvey, you are loved)))))
  Thinking of you. <3
  P.S. if you want to talk/rant more at all, all of us are here on this thread or by PM if you need.
- 07/02/2014 at 4:15 PM
  Kbana
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  Oh so sorry for your loss. The best thing about this BB community is that all of us understand how special relationships with animals are. My thoughts are with you. You have all of our support during this difficult time!
- 07/02/2014 at 6:23 PM
  MoxieMeadows
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  I am sooo sorry, I don’t know what to say that can make you feel better without copying what LEL said. I’ll be thinking of you through this hard time.
  ((((Binky Free Harvey))))
- 07/03/2014 at 6:42 AM
  Bam
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  I’m so sorry. Of course a rabbit isn’t “just a rabbit”. You loved him.
  
  It sounds like he had a terrific life with you.
  There’s not a lot to be done about the pain of missing a loved one, it will take time and I think that’s how it must be, in a way. After all, love is not sth you can take lightly. I hope you can take comfort in the fact that you gave Harvey the best life a bunny can ask for and you did your best to try and save him.
- 07/03/2014 at 10:35 AM
  MK
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  So sorry about Harvey Its hard when they go like that. My first bunny (holland lop) did too. I know it hurts, but you can be happy that he was a lucky bunny. if it helps, you can always paint a stone or brick like I did for my bunny, with their name or whatever you want, then put it in the backyard or windowsill.
  (((Binky free Harvey)))
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