Filotimo Cancer Project & Our Bunny Love

 

At the Filotimo Cancer Project, our mission to raise cancer awareness doesn’t stop with people—it extends to our beloved bunnies too.

 

Just like humans, rabbits can also develop tumours. These are abnormal growths that may form lumps. Some tumours are benign and harmless, but others are malignant and can spread, just as they do in people.

 

One of the most common cancers in rabbits is uterine adenocarcinoma, a malignant cancer of the uterus that occurs in up to 60% of unspayed females over three years old. Rabbits with uterine cancer are also at higher risk of developing mammary cancer or mastitis. Other cancers that rabbits may face include bladder cancer and pancreatic cancer.

 

The lesson is the same for humans and bunnies: knowledge is power. Awareness of the signs and symptoms allows for earlier action, better decisions, and improved outcomes.

 

We often say, “You know your body best.” The same applies to your fur babies—you know their personalities, habits, and quirks better than anyone. If they’re not acting like their usual, playful selves, trust your instincts and seek veterinary advice.

 

Our Bunny Story

 

My love for bunnies began over 25 years ago when my late mom, Machi, and I brought home our very first pet bunny, Ruby. Ruby was a beautiful white bunny with red eyes who became part of our family. He lived as a spoiled, free-roaming house bunny, spending every day with my mom at home and even at work in our family supermarkets. After five years together, Ruby gained his bunny wings—but he left a lasting legacy of love.

 

Since then, we’ve learned so much more about bunny health through our partners, including the Bryanston Avian Exotic Small Animal Clinic (BAESAC) and various Bunny Rescues. We soon realised that cancer awareness in rabbits links directly to our broader mission—educating and protecting lives, whether human or animal.

 

Our Bunny Mascots

 

To honour this connection, the Filotimo Cancer Project has Filotimo Cancer Bunny Mascots from various Rescues. Their role is to:

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    •    Promote bunny health awareness

    •    Educate families on responsible care

    •    Support our partnered Bunny Rescues through fundraising

 

Bunny Rescues work tirelessly to save and care for rabbits—rescuing, neutering, spaying, and re-homing them whenever possible. But these efforts come with high veterinary costs. Through our project, we are proud to have contributed towards these bills and will continue supporting their incredible work.

 

Adopt, Don’t Shop 

 

If you are considering adding a bunny (or two!) to your family, please adopt from one of our associated Bunny Rescues. When you open your heart to a bunny, you’ll discover a world filled with nose bumps, binkies, bunny 500’s, and unconditional love.

 

Biggest Lesson: Once you love a bunny, you can never stop. They hop into your life, and they stay in your heart forever.

 

With Bunny Love Always,

Evy Michalopoulos

Founder, Filotimo Cancer Project