Goodbye our beautiful Thumper xx

[Clover]

6th August 2002 - 4th May 2009

Our dear Thumper came to live with us at 9 weeks old with our other bunny Fiver who became an Angel bunny in 2007. Both buns lived indoors with us, they really were part of our family. Our darling Thumper made her journey to Rainbow Bridge on Monday 4th May 2009 aged 6 years and 9 months.

Thumper was so tiny when she arrived and grew up to be such a large, beautiful rabbit. Thumper belonged to my daughter Jenna but my daughter Kathy took on the role as Thumper's 'adopted mum'. Kathy spent many happy hours with Thumper each day. Thumper used to follow Kathy everywhere she went and Thumper would lick Kathy's clothes as though she was grooming her, it was so sweet to see. They really were the best of friends. Thumper has left such a huge gap in Kathy's life but she is grateful for all the happy years they spent together.

Kathy could never bring herself to use what I call a 'Generals voice' to get Thumper to do something, as we couldn't use pellets to get Thumper to go in her home every-time. I became 'The General' and I always jokingly told Thumper, now I'm the General and you are the Officer so 'go on in' meaning go in her home. Often she did but many times she'd give me the runaround and only go in when 'she was ready'. As soft as Thumper was, she was such an independent bunny and would make her feelings known if she was a little annoyed about something. Sometimes while I was cleaning her cage, she would pop her nose in, making sure I'm doing it correctly, roles often were reversed and Thumper became 'The General' Thumper also used to nudge me either as a hint for me to move or she wanted her veg, she really was a cheeky but extremly affectionate bunny.

Thumper was such a healthy rabbit for most of her life, producing marble sized poops for us to admire. She loved her Timothy hay, vegetables and most of all her pellets, but we used to have to limit them as she was prone to gaining too much weight. Whenever Thumper was out of her home, my daughter Kathy would shake her food bowl and Thumper would immediately go in her home and sit and wait until she was given her pellets.

Our dear Thumper, you have left such a huge gap in our lives, not seeing you anymore is heartbreaking and not seeing you and my daughter Kathy together, its like a part of her is missing but we know you are happy over at Rainbow Bridge. You are now renited with dear Fiver. You can continue to have nose nuzzles with all my angel piggies, you was always so gentle with your nose nuzzles. We will always love you, thank you for being a wounderful friend to Kathy xx

Baby Thumper



and a few of many favourite pictures of our Thumper

[lulie]

Thumper certainly was beautiful.

RIP Dear Thumper. I can tell from your pictures you will be sorely missed.

[Bean]

Aww what a lovely tribute to a wonderful and much loved bun, Jackie. I can remember first seeing that first photo of Thumper all fluffy and cute on the bed. It's been a pleasure watching Thumper enjoy such a long, happy life with you all.

Lots of love to you and Kathy, I know what a big hole Thumper has left xxx

Sleep tight lovely Thumper xxx

[3piggles]

Such a beautiful tribute to a beautiful bunny girl. I know how much she meant to you, and how much you will miss her. She brought so much joy to your lives, and that will always be with you.

R.I.P. little Thumper.

[Janet]

It has been such a joy knowing little Thumper here at Wheekers. For such a long time we called you "little man." What a surprise you had for your Mum and GrandMum I cannot look at your photo without having a little chuckle. I have looked back through your thread and enjoyed so many photos and stories. I do love your photo with the slippers most of all. You look so happy and comfortable with your family who loved you so very much.

[Val Amirault-Vale]

Truly a heartfelt tribute Jackie. Without a doubt, Thumper was truly loved and will be missed. Thank you so much for sharing your Thumper with with us and for helping me to learn more about rabbits.
Thumper was the first bunny I ever got to know,

RIP Sweet Thumper

[Stanley Max's Mummie]

Oh Jackie, I am so sorry for your lost. You really have lost quite a few in the last few months.

Please tell Kathy that I am sorry for her lost of sweet Thumper.

[Pigjes]

I'm so sorry Thumper was such a lovely bun. I love the pics, it's a fine collection of how special Thumper was!!

[anna]

To our wonderful Thumps

It feels like you are also a part of our family. The girls always followed your stories of what you and Fiver had been up to. Enjoy your grass time over at Rainbow Bridge... you are such a brave and wonderful bun, and friend.

xxxx

To Jackie and Kathy

You are both in my thoughts all the time. Thumps was beautiful and always will be. Thank you for sharing her with us.

xxxx

[newpig]

Jackie, that was a really lovely tribute to Thumps and the slipper photo will always be one of my favourites.

It was hearing the stories and seeing Thumper's pictures that inspired us to get our own rabbits and Thumper will always have a special place in my heart.

Thumper will be sorely missed. x

[mweekieme]

Aww Jackie I had no idea that dear Thumper had left us. I adored reading about her in the threads and loved her to pieces myself...then again who wouldn't!

Thumper was an adorable bunny and none of us here will ever forget her or Fiver. My heart and thoughts go out to you and your family at this saddened time.

Kindest wishes.

Mweekie!

[beckee]

I join the chorus of people who feel like they personally knew Thumper through all the lovely stories and photos you and your family have shared with us Jackie. I can't imagine how heartbroken you all must be feeling to have lost her like this and after such a rough time of late with your other furry family members.

You and your daughters must take some comfort in knowing Thumper had a fantastic life with you and lived like no other bunny I know!

Thinking of you all xx

[Clover]

Thank you so much for the lovely messages, I'm so pleased you all thought a lot of our dear Thumper.



Lesa, what a lovely thing to say that Thumper was your reason for getting Brin and Clover. I'm sure Thumper did a binky knowing that over at Rainbow Bridge.

May 11, 2009 2:12:46 GMT Janet said:

It has been such a joy knowing little Thumper here at Wheekers. For such a long time we called you "little man." What a surprise you had for your Mum and GrandMum I cannot look at your photo without having a little chuckle.

We didn't look at Thumper differently, she was always our Thumper no matter what

[threelittlepigs]

Hello Jackie,

What a difficult time you must all be having, but Thumper was a very lucky girl to have you as her family. So many bunnies are neglected, but Thumper knew real love and comfort in your home and she had a long and happy life.

Rest in peace, Thumper and may other bunnies know the pleasures you have enjoyed.

Pollie.

[purplepiggy]

I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a simply gorgeous bunny. I don't think I've every seen such a lovely bunny. You're an awesome family to open your home to such wonderful pets. He's in the loving arms of the angels now. Peace and grace be with you.

[Clover]

Thanks so much Pollie and purplepiggy

[donna]

What a really lovely tribute to Thumper. You have some beautiful photos of Thumper and so many great memories. RIP Thumper we will miss you. xx

[piggiepop]

She was such a beautiful and adorable bun.. what a wonderful and happy life she had with you and I can see she certainly never lacked for food.

[Melza]

i am so sorry i missed this!

rest now sweet Thumper xXx

*hugs to you Jackie and your family xXx*