"Tails" of a House Rabbit

by Linda Bartash-Dawley

Hannah is a very big rabbit - and proud of it. She’s a Flemish Giant rabbit, the largest breed in the United States. At 17 pounds, she’s oversized compared to the smaller breeds. Along with her size, she has a big personality to match. She started her life in a cage, and eventually was promoted to House Rabbit. This meant lots of lounging, treats, massages from The Humans and playtime with The Boy. Meanwhile, she ponders the usefulness of Dumb and Dumber, the family’s two border collies, and her confusing “friendship” with The Cat. Told from the rabbit’s point of view in a light and engaging way, this book is for animal lovers of all ages.

108 pages, Paperback

First published July 26, 2014

Reviews

[Max Power · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a sweet book. Unfortunately my own children are all grown up and this would have been a great book to read to them at bedtime over a few nights. I am a big dog lover and never had the pleasure of owning a bunny, but after reading this I'd be tempted. Told from the rabbit's perspective the author successfully weaves theme into the daily life of the rabbit and the family and other pets that surround her, Thoroughly enjoyable , I think as a writer Linda Bartash-Dawley has shown her considerable talent in achieving a highly entertaining book out of what I initially thought was a mad premise. How wrong was I. Pick it up, especially if you like rabbits. Great book.

[D.K. Cassidy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sweet and Engaging

If you’re an animal lover, I think you’ll enjoy this ‘tail’ written from the prospective of a rabbit! She gets to roam around her human’s pantry and receive royal treatment in the form of treats and attention. Being a rabbit, she refers to her humans as The Boy, and The Humans. After overhearing The Humans talk about the movie, “Despicable Me”, she decides to rename them the Minions.

This family has other pets. It seems Hannah, the rabbit, isn’t too keen on the pair of collies that also live there, but likes the cat. Hannah goes through her day enjoying the pantry, chomping on gift-wrap, and observing the people and animals she lives with.

This is a delightful book that would be enjoyed by adults and children.

[Angela Lockwood · Rating 5 out of 5]

Animal psychiatrists keep warning us that we shouldn’t think of our pets like little people in fur coats. It’s very hard not too, so I can totally understand why this writer wanted to give her rabbit a voice. Meet Hannah the Flemish giant, definitely a diva in a fine rabbit fur coat! She regales us with her daily tribulations that run from finding the wrong herbs in her food bowl, to her owner daring to give her inferior quality wrapping paper. Hannah, I should explain, has a bit of an obsession about destroying wrapping paper. This book is a must for all bunny and potential bunny owners. Cute and easy to read, it will be enjoyed by any pet owners that like to talk to their animal.

[Sharon Brownlie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful book that will endear any adult or child to the Tails of a House Rabbit. Life, through the eyes and words of Hannah makes for a great story for young and old alike.
The reader also learns about the breed of the Flemish rabbit and its personality, or rather Hannah's. There is quirkiness, traits and humour that will keep you smiling from beginning to end. Linda Bartash-Dawley presents it well, I loved the pics and they complimented a lovely story.

[Maria · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such a delightful and entertaining “tail.” The tale is written from the perspective of the adorable rabbit in a journalistic style. Hannah the rabbit entertained me and educated me about her daily routines, her love for wrapping paper, and introduced the other pets in the home and family members. It was very interesting, fun to read, adorable and informative book. I love the rabbit facts. There are adorable pictures.

This book is a must for animal lovers.

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hannah is a Giant rabbit! This was a cute story seen through the eyes of a rabbit. Have you ever thought about what a rabbit may think or feel?
Lots of humor that had me laughing and smiling as the story was told.
Enjoyable for adults as well as children.