Wild Roots Rabbit Sanctuary - previously Love Paws

I’m going to make a video or further written post later to explain the mum and baby rabbit situation. Unfortunately more people getting involved with mixed information seems to have created the possibility that we might not be able to get these rabbits and secure them a better life.

We really didn’t care if they were half wild or not. I’m still getting told mixed things. We were told the situation was desperate and they had nowhere to go.

I’ve had no replies since Thursday now and this is why I never normally raise money before we physically have the rabbits because I don’t want anyone to feel conned.

But again, I will explain more later.

You amazing people have raised £197 so far. Enough for 2 basic vaccines (not including the new vac)

And it means we can help these two boys.

They were living in a hamster cage and being carried around by their ears.

Their mum is a huge lop and their dad is wild. Mum has already been rehomed by previous owner.

They are understandably head shy from the ear trauma but curious. A part of me is hoping they will gain more trust and possibly be adoptable. Time will tell.

Some of you may have seen a post I made yesterday but then deleted.

I deleted it as an agreement/exchange for vital information.

I have agreed not to mention publicly where these rabbits that need help came from (so please don’t write it in the comments).

But now we have a chance to give them a stress free life. Guaranteed safety for life. Something so many rabbits don’t get.

I know I have turned away so many half wilds this year because we are trying to rebuild our reserves. Something that is vital for keeping the rabbits already here safe. But I hope the ones I’ve turned away can understand that this situation is a very rare chance to save some rabbits who will not cope where ever they would otherwise end up.

At the moment they’re in a very small temporary place and need to come here. But we need your help first.

We would need to raise at least £2,500 to cover their basic vets fees. Mum and 7 tiny babies.

If we can start by raising £720 to get their first lot of vaccines. This gets them safe and gives us time to create some more fundraisers/raffles etc to raise for the second vaccines and neutering.

We can bring them here as soon as the initial vaccine cost is raised. £720.

That’s almost every follower donating just ONE PENCE.

Can we do it?

RIP Mallow

I did think we had a few more years of arguments left but it wasn’t meant to be.

I’m glad you’re free from captivity. You were definitely a wild one.

*we do not believe sugar gliders should be in the pet trade. They do not have for-filled lives in captivity and deserve to be only seen in the wild*

I’m aware I’m around a week behind on messages/emails.

Apologies again, it’s been one of those weeks.

Despite so much effort by many people. The pub auctions near us (DE21 Derby) are still continuing.

Last night, multiple sugar gliders were in the auction again.

We cannot pay hundreds of pounds to take gliders out of auction. The seller would just deem it a success and continue to breed and sell more.

So this is my best offer of help.

If you purchased a sugar glider at the pub last night. I am offering education, and any help you need to care for your gliders PROPERLY.

•Cages are not good. We recommend 6x3x2 foot vivarium very very minimum for a pair. Bigger is better. Especially if they’re young.
•They need to be in neutered pair at bare minimum.
•Lots of types of bedding and toys are not safe.
•Packaged food is not safe, please research the SGS2 diet.
•They need controlled temperatures and lighting.
•Please do not let children handle them, they are extremely fragile and have sharp teeth with Velcro gripping claws (can easily cause irritation to skin)

I can help you find an experienced vet and answer any questions. NO JUDGEMENT.

I don’t want to judge, I just want to help these gliders have a decent life.

**photo is one of our gliders so this post doesn’t get lost**

Perfectly rabbit.

Long nose, up ears, lean body. Perfect for preventing over heating.

Hot weather is just another reason why rabbits should look like rabbits and not flat faced bread loaves.

PLEASE put effort into creating secure tortoise housing/garden

I know they’re pro escape artists and excellent diggers but I have already seen over 10 lost and found tortoise posts today and I have only picked up my phone a few times💔

Totally understand mistakes and one offs happen but let’s get double checking your tortoise proofing!