Patti Henningsen
Founder of Bright Eyes Sanctuary - an all volunteer animal rescue charity. Patti had to leave her career in 2001 due to chronic disease but continues to contribute to society by helping companion animals keep their homes through counseling their owners on animal behavior.
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Secrets of Bonding Rabbits: Matchmaking for Bunnies, Part 3Your bunny has chosen a mate! The bunny match is over and your rabbit and his new bunny friend are in a cat carrier waiting to be whisked away on their bunnymoon. Now at last the bonding can begin! -
Strongheart the German Shepherd: The First Dog StarStrongheart graced the silver screen from 1921-1927 and was the first dog star. His meteoric rise to fame set the stage for every dog star to follow. The biggest movie star in the world was once this German Shepherd Dog.
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The Life of the Wild RabbitLearn the difference between the wild rabbit, whose descendants are our domesticated pet bunnies, and the cottontail hare. -
Secrets of Bonding Rabbits: Matchmaking for Bunnies, Part 2Attending your first bunny match where your rabbit will meet potential bond mates is very exciting and fulfilling. Conducting these bunny matches is an art form. -
Secrets of Bonding Rabbits: Matchmaking for Bunnies, Part 1Finding a friend for your altered (spayed or neutered) rabbit is one of the most rewarding things you can do for both of you. In the wild, rabbits mate for life and in captivity, the same applies. A pair of bonded rabbits are endearing to watch and care for. -
Caring for a Disabled RabbitHouse rabbits can live long, healthy lives but may encounter problems with disability along the way. Disability in rabbits can be dealt with humanely and happily. -
Successfully Litter Box Train Your RabbitThe concept behind litter box training your rabbit is to simulate a little piece of his natural environment inside the house. This is not only effective but enriching for this animal.
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The Evolution of the House RabbitThe origin of keeping rabbits in the hutch came not long after their domestication about three thousand years ago to be a food source for the Romans. Today they have moved from the backyard hutch inside the house and into our hearts. -
Selecting a Qualified House Rabbit VeterinarianAs a veteran rabbit rescuer, I find the most challenging aspect of rabbit adoption to be convincing the new rabbit caretaker to take their rabbit to a qualified rabbit veterinarian. -
The Importance of Spaying or Neutering Your RabbitThe secret to having a well-behaved house rabbit is the same has having a well-behaved house cat or house dog. -
How to Extend the Life of Your Pet RabbitHow long could your beloved pet rabbit live? The answer is a lot longer than most people realize. With proper care, good sources of information, and qualified veterinary care, your pet rabbit could easily make it into his teens. -
The Easter Bunny: Silly Parents, Rabbits Aren't for Kids!Every year as Easter approaches, parents and children alike get the idea that they'd like to bring the Easter bunny in their lives. Unfortunately, they often do this with little or no research or forethought or even the idea that a life is at stake.















