Some very sad news

[skunklionshow]

I very very sorry to report that Trigger, the mini-rex from my therapy program died last week.  I’ve been working w/ his family to get them appropriate supplies and working on getting him neutered.  From what I understand, he accidently got out of the house.  His little body was found on their stoop the next day.  It is not clear how he died, whether it was someone in the neighborhood or due to exposure.  There was no apparent injury to him.  I will be seeing the boys on Friday, so I plan to process this w/ them.

I was following up w/ a treatment plan for another one of my former students current client.  On the paperwork I faxed to my former program, I put a memo that "I was sorry to hear about Trigger’s passing".  I was trying to be a little snotty to the program, b/c I felt like they didn’t fight hard enough to keep the rabbits after I left.  I know that the site had problems w/ the rabbits, b/c the janitors were "afraid of them big rats"!  I’m just feeling a little guilty for leaving Trigger and Oreo to the program instead of trying to rehome them.  I made a commitment to each person that surrendered their rabbit to us and my former job couldn’t live up to that commitment.  Our head office had agreed to take the rabbits if anything ever happened…so I don’t know why my old job didn’t accept that offer.  I’m just feeling kind of sad and guilty right now.  He was such a great rabbit and touched so many children’s lives by his wild and crazy antics.

[Gravehearted]

aww, I am so sorry to hear such sad news. I know how much love and energy you put into that program and all the bunnies.

Was this the same bunny you were trying to figure out how to get the supplies to the family? I don’t mean to be morbid, but it may be that poor Trigger was frightened to death 🙁

*hugs*

[Sarita]

Poor Trigger – I will light a candle for him.

[Scarlet_Rose]

*HUGS* from me too. It is a very sad moment to know Trigger has passed. What a great bun he was, he’s crossed the rainbow bridge to be with our other beloved bunnies that have passed as well. Don’t be mad at yourself or guilty.  You could have never known what would happen.

[xnovalentine]

What a great bun he was, he’s crossed the rainbow bridge to be with our other beloved bunnies that have passed as well. Don’t be mad at yourself or guilty. You could have never known what would happen.

I agree — you could of never known that such a terrible event could have happened. Although this is a sad time for you and for others, I think you should look at all the good you’ve done and all the other rabbits that have benefited from you. I don’t know much about what you do, but from what you’ve said above you’ve really helped in a big way. Don’t look down on yourself, and feeling guilty is not what trigger would have wanted (cheesey – but oh so true!)

I hope you have a great day tomorrow – and stay positive! Much love!

[Beka27]

i’m so sorry to hear this.

[babybunsmum]

i’m so sorry for your loss.  i’m new here & i obviously don’t know your personal situation, but from reading this post i feel compelled to say… please be kind to yourself and when you feel a pang of guilt (so normal when grieving) think of all the help you gave Trigger dispite the politics that unfortunately always come along.  big hugs to you. 

peace

christine

[Spacehopper]

Oh my goodness, that’s so sad!

[Deleted User]

That is so heartbreaking. I am sorry for your loss, please don’t feel guilty. You have tried so hard to to overcome the politics to help the rabbits.

[Martie]

I so very sorry, I’m new also so I do not know all the history, but my heart hurts for you this morning.

[FredsDad]

I looked over at Fred this morning and shed a tear for your loss. My heart is a little heavy for you today. Dont feel guilty, but accept your sadness.

[wendyzski]

I know how hard you worked to care for all the bunnies from the program, and I know you must feel so awful about his passing.

 

But look at all the ones you DID save.  They are happy and cared for, and loved.  I hope this will comfort you.

[skunklionshow]

Thank you so much for the kind words.  I put so much effort and love into that program, not to mention money, and was very happy that these little buns added so much to these kids lives.  I really need to keep reminding myself of that now.  Trigger was a favorite in the program!  He resided w/ the k-3 grade kids.  He was very much like those kids:  wild, crazy, and totally fearless!  Our custodial staff at our previous location loved him.  They would bring him treats and tell me about his "after hours" antics.  His passing is a great loss.  Your kind words help to remind me that even during his short time w/ our program he touched many people’s lives.  Everyone knew and loved Trigger.  He had such a warm and open personality and had such character and charm.

Yes this is the family that I’ve been providing w/ supplies.  I actually gave them a huge bag of litter and hay about a month ago and was preparing a holiday package for them.  This is also the bunny that fathered my Jessi’s mistake litter.  Thanks again everyone!

[Deleted User]

Our thoughts are with you, the passing of any pet is always such bad news. It seems they wiggle their way right into our hearts. Hold on to your bunny memories and try to dwell on the good things.

So sorry for your loss

Ashley, Olaf and Levi

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