Wildlife Conservation United States Project #22868

Help a neglected animal receive lifesaving care

by Harvest Home Animal Sanctuary

Help a neglected animal receive lifesaving care

Project Report | Apr 4, 2017
Luke Skywalker's new lease on life.

By Christine Morrissey | Project Leader

Luke's testicular tumor

We recently received a rescue call that simply blew us away.

A local resident called us for "guidance" on how she should euthanize her aging rabbit at home by placing the rabbit under a bucket with glue. She had heard mice were "humanely" euthanized in this manner. Under a bucket, she said, a mouse would inhale the glue's toxic fumes and die slowly.

Listening to the caller's voicemail, our jaws dropped in horror. We quickly returned the call and instructed the caller that this practice of killing a rabbit (or any animal) is illegal and grossly inhumane.

After a lengthy discussion of why rabbits deserve veterinary care and support, we convinced the caller that we could offer guidance in a different way. We offered to take the rabbit into our care. Thankfully, the woman agreed to surrender the rabbit to us.

According to the caller, the rabbit has had a shockingly large mass on his testicle for at least six months. No vet care whatsoever. No pain control medication. Just prolonged suffering.

We are so relieved our new friend is safe with us now, receiving the compassionate care he deserves.

This sweet soul now has a name. Please give Luke Skywalker a warm welcome to the sanctuary.

Luke has a lot of catching up to do in the 'TLC Department'.

Make a contribution to support the care of Luke and other animals at our sanctuary. This week only, donations up to $50 will be matched by 50 percent.

Let's make Luke's new life an amazing one!

Luke getting examined before surgery.

Luke recovering after tumor removal surgery.

Luke loves his little bunny bed.

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