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First day at school for Tawny’s pups

I have a clear road ahead as to what I want to achieve in 2021. Topping the list is the development of Dotty and Budget. COVID-19 has forced us all not only to rethink how we live our lives, but also what and how we are going to move forward.

One of many positives in 2020 was the birth of Tawny’s litter at Easter. The time is now right for them to start their ferreting education. The ground was mantled by a layer of deep snow, not entirely conducive to what I wanted to achieve. On open ground, a fair distance from safety, rabbits can be reluctant to bolt freely when there’s snow on the ground.

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