The brutality and suffering associated with the pet business is horrific, and every year about this time rabbits are promoted as Easter gifts. The decision to buy is often an impulse one and the sad reality is that the novelty wears off very quickly. The majority end up neglected, mistreated, unwanted, abandoned, and dead before reaching their first birthday.

In the current Petcetera flyer, colourfully displayed on the front page are three baby bunnies sitting amongst Easter eggs. Not only that but a "rabbit starter kit" is advertised on sale and included is a tiny 30"L x 18"W x 16"H cage.

"Once again the BC SPCA is urging the public to refrain from buying rabbits..." yet they partner with a business that appears to be doing just the opposite.

Carmina Gooch