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Animals Rescued From Labs Become Magic Models In Alice-In-Wonderland Photoshoot
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Animals Rescued From Labs Become Magic Models In Alice-In-Wonderland Photoshoot

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Rabbits, mice, rats and guinea pigs rescued from labs or cases of mistreatment by Italian charity La Collina dei Conigli ONLUS have become magical models for a photo-shoot inspired by the famous novel “Alice in Wonderland.”

This was the special idea of volunteer Attilia Conti to celebrate the first 10 years of the charity’s operation. Why Alice? Because both the novel and this charity “started with a White Rabbit.”

I took these pictures at the rescue center in Monza, near Milan, during the first weekend of September with help from volunteers Attilia, Eleonora and Fulvio. I’m not a professional photographer, but photography is my greatest passion and I’m always available to volunteer for animal shelters with my camera!

Mice were the most cooperative models, while guinea pigs were the laziest (they stayed still only with food present). Rats were the most attractive, and rabbits… were the most disapproving. Some of the pictures were used in the charity’s 2015 calendar, which helps raise funds for hundreds and hundreds of rescued animal.

Many of them are still looking for their new homes, so if you live in Italy, you can adopt one.

More info: lacollinadeiconigli.itFacebook500px

The Cater Mouse

Giuseppe Rossi was rescued by the Italian charity together with dozens of other mice after their lab finished testing. If La Collina dei Conigli had not saved them, they would have been put to sleep.

The March Hare

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Indiana Jane is so tiny that she fell off a truck full of rabbits destined for the meat market. We guess that her mother and siblings were on that truck too.

The Dormouse

This little mouse was destined to become snake food.

Playing with cards

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Guinea pigs are ready to play.

Through the Looking-Glass

Pet rabbit Nilo was found abandoned, with rear legs paralyzed. Luckily, appropriate care and rehabilitation allowed him to stand and jump again.

Eat me, Drink me

Nissa the pet rabbit was rescued from a bad case of mistreatment. She was safe when she gave birth to mini-me Matteo.

The White Rabbit

Console Marcello is a New Zealand rabbit used in lab testing, as you can guess from the number tattooed on his ear. He’s still looking for a lovely home.

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Cheshire Rats

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All of these rats were rescued after being used in lab tests.

The Queen of Hearts

Her Majesty Neda. She was adopted right after the photo-shoot.

Gardener Corallo

Did you know that rats are great painters? And they’re full of style too.

Tweedledum and Tweedledee

Guinea Pigs are great models – just give them food, and everything will be alright.

Crazy run

9 baby rat sisters running in circles. Can you imagine something cuter than this?

Curiouser and Curiouser

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The nose to kiss.

Roses

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Who will paint roses for the Queen?

Down The Rabbit Hole

So, are you ready to follow the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole?

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SandyBlack
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a wonderful way to show rescued lab animals - loving and caring as it should be. let's hope animal experimentation will soon disappear

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SandyBlack
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the fact that lab animals are being rescued and shown in positive, loving ways. Don't experiment on animals!

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JennyJozwiak
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I found Winston, my pet rat, abandoned in the park. He is so sweet and smart. I just love him!

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JaneSorensen
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish I'd thought of it first. What a wonderful way to rescue rodents and rabbits!

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JayneMajor
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fantastic photos. A well deserved cause. Thank you for rescuing these animals.

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IzabelaCiri
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All of them are just... Wonderful!!! Great idea, nice arrangment of photographed objects, very good photos. Down the rabbit hole --> so cute

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BeckyKallenberger
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very unique idea. Photos are very well done and all for a good cause! Nice.

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TanyaNegrey
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely brilliant! What a beautiful and imaginative way to showcase these fur-hearts and raise awareness to the issue of animal testing.

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SaraMann
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What A great idea,and A way for people to see the pets for adoption!

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KaraGrewach
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Adorable amd so happy that these precious animals were rescued. I absolutely love rabbits

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LeahHassan
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely utterly gorgeous!!! Just breathtaking and to make it even better it's saved/rescued animals. I LOVE this so much! ❤

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JillianBennett
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Console Marcello, I keep posting, but I cannot seem to get a post to show up. I have a loving home for him in AZ, Phoenix. Please contact.

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JillianBennett
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Console Marcello. I would like to adopt him. Please let me know. I lost my two bunnies due to old age, miss them every day. PHX, AZ USA

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ArdentisTotmacher
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Leave the animals alone. To ensure the best accuracy possible, test on human subjects - convicted, violent felons.

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Ashligug
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love it! Testing should be done on prisoners and terriost!!!

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StephanieAnielskiLodge
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i LOVE these photos and i love even more that all of these babies were saved. adopt DONT SHOP

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Xantha
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hi Rachele, I work for a news agency and we love these photographs. Could you please email xantha@deadlinenews.co.uk? Thanks!

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AmandaEigenbrodt
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is there a way to contact these fine folks,because I would gladly adopt mr concole Marcelo in a heartbeat! He's perfect!

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Tia-marieSchaeffer
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope it wasn't hard for the photographer to find homes for all the lovely babies after

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DebbieAnderson
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Most of them you can see the sadness in their eyes..What they have been thru...Torture a living being is evil. Vivisectors are the devil

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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love it!! I'm so glad these animals have a good life <3

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MelodyLee
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the theme! My favourite is The White Rabbit, because it also reveals his background. It's so sad though :(

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JaninePurss-Jacobs
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think they are absolutely beautiful. These photographs with the Alice in Wonderland theme are gentle, unique and creative. Well done.

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LaurieBarak
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope all of these animals found good homes. The white bunny with black "eyeliner" is my favorite!

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EstherJulian
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

found the tattoo on the inside of that rabbit's ear disturbing../.. reminded me of the holocaust... which is basically what is happening atm to these critters.

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♫HB♫
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This was so sweet! What an awesome way to show these poor little guys. I love the backgrounds and props!

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RoseFarmer
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We don't need to animal test. The Indians lived clean and healthy and didn't torture animals. I agree with Shelly Easton Dorgan.

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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love this!! I am a fan of said rodents and these pictures are very beautiful! Kudos to the photographers and the kind hearted individuals.

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SAM71
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This IS the Loveliest thing I have seen in Ages. Beautiful animals, Beautiful photos. Rachele, You have a gift you Must pursue ! X

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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love this so much, really heart warming and the pictures are amazing! Would love a calendar featuring these photos!

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MaryFinelli
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank goodness these victims were rescued. Harmful animal experimentation is immoral.

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MindyVanneck
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Brilliantly done! I wish i were in Italy, i would take all the rats!

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NancyFurstinger
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love this calendar! I rescue and write about rabbits, plus Alice in Wonderland is my fave book. Can the calendar be purchased in the USA?

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TheodorePapotheodore
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Really cute!! Thanks for saving these little guys, bet they thank you too. Wish I did live in Italy , I would definitely adopt some of them

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AmandaZ
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unless the lab consented, they were not rescued, they were stolen. If they did consent, they weren't rescued, they were given a home.

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Ja2theMo
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why would you even go there? Have you run out of snarky comments? What is your motive for making such an unfounded accusation?

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Anna Joanna
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Myślę, że żaden powód nie usprawiedliwia okrutnego cierpienia zwierząt laboratoryjnych. Zwłaszcza w XXI w. A zdjęcia są zachwycające!

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Xantha
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hi Rachele, I work for a news agency and we love these photographs. Could you please email xantha@deadlinenews.co.uk? Thanks!

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MartaJanisz
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

animals are different creatures than human so testing on them is not good. medicine which don't hurt rat can be dangerous for people

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Roger Sullivan
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

can check DNA, but can't check for bad stuff in a product without testing it out on something that alive..whats up with that...

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straylight
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd be curious to know what these animals were being used to test. There's a good reason why most need to be killed after the experiment.

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Ana Karencita Wonka
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Es una pena que aún se utilicen animales como estos para la experimentación... si avanzamos tanto tecnológicamente, ¿porqué no como humanos?

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Vic Atori
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amazing idea.. so sad but beautiful and powerful in the end

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BeaSaal
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just lovely! Who can be so cruel to use these animals for tests or kill them? I can't understand... Great pictures!

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SandyBlack
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a wonderful way to show rescued lab animals - loving and caring as it should be. let's hope animal experimentation will soon disappear

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SandyBlack
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the fact that lab animals are being rescued and shown in positive, loving ways. Don't experiment on animals!

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JennyJozwiak
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I found Winston, my pet rat, abandoned in the park. He is so sweet and smart. I just love him!

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JaneSorensen
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish I'd thought of it first. What a wonderful way to rescue rodents and rabbits!

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JayneMajor
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fantastic photos. A well deserved cause. Thank you for rescuing these animals.

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IzabelaCiri
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All of them are just... Wonderful!!! Great idea, nice arrangment of photographed objects, very good photos. Down the rabbit hole --> so cute

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BeckyKallenberger
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very unique idea. Photos are very well done and all for a good cause! Nice.

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TanyaNegrey
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely brilliant! What a beautiful and imaginative way to showcase these fur-hearts and raise awareness to the issue of animal testing.

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SaraMann
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What A great idea,and A way for people to see the pets for adoption!

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KaraGrewach
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Adorable amd so happy that these precious animals were rescued. I absolutely love rabbits

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LeahHassan
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely utterly gorgeous!!! Just breathtaking and to make it even better it's saved/rescued animals. I LOVE this so much! ❤

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JillianBennett
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Console Marcello, I keep posting, but I cannot seem to get a post to show up. I have a loving home for him in AZ, Phoenix. Please contact.

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JillianBennett
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Console Marcello. I would like to adopt him. Please let me know. I lost my two bunnies due to old age, miss them every day. PHX, AZ USA

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ArdentisTotmacher
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Leave the animals alone. To ensure the best accuracy possible, test on human subjects - convicted, violent felons.

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Ashligug
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love it! Testing should be done on prisoners and terriost!!!

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StephanieAnielskiLodge
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i LOVE these photos and i love even more that all of these babies were saved. adopt DONT SHOP

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Xantha
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hi Rachele, I work for a news agency and we love these photographs. Could you please email xantha@deadlinenews.co.uk? Thanks!

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AmandaEigenbrodt
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is there a way to contact these fine folks,because I would gladly adopt mr concole Marcelo in a heartbeat! He's perfect!

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Tia-marieSchaeffer
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope it wasn't hard for the photographer to find homes for all the lovely babies after

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DebbieAnderson
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Most of them you can see the sadness in their eyes..What they have been thru...Torture a living being is evil. Vivisectors are the devil

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Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love it!! I'm so glad these animals have a good life <3

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MelodyLee
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the theme! My favourite is The White Rabbit, because it also reveals his background. It's so sad though :(

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JaninePurss-Jacobs
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think they are absolutely beautiful. These photographs with the Alice in Wonderland theme are gentle, unique and creative. Well done.

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LaurieBarak
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope all of these animals found good homes. The white bunny with black "eyeliner" is my favorite!

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EstherJulian
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

found the tattoo on the inside of that rabbit's ear disturbing../.. reminded me of the holocaust... which is basically what is happening atm to these critters.

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♫HB♫
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This was so sweet! What an awesome way to show these poor little guys. I love the backgrounds and props!

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RoseFarmer
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We don't need to animal test. The Indians lived clean and healthy and didn't torture animals. I agree with Shelly Easton Dorgan.

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Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love this!! I am a fan of said rodents and these pictures are very beautiful! Kudos to the photographers and the kind hearted individuals.

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SAM71
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This IS the Loveliest thing I have seen in Ages. Beautiful animals, Beautiful photos. Rachele, You have a gift you Must pursue ! X

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Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love this so much, really heart warming and the pictures are amazing! Would love a calendar featuring these photos!

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MaryFinelli
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank goodness these victims were rescued. Harmful animal experimentation is immoral.

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MindyVanneck
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Brilliantly done! I wish i were in Italy, i would take all the rats!

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NancyFurstinger
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love this calendar! I rescue and write about rabbits, plus Alice in Wonderland is my fave book. Can the calendar be purchased in the USA?

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TheodorePapotheodore
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Really cute!! Thanks for saving these little guys, bet they thank you too. Wish I did live in Italy , I would definitely adopt some of them

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AmandaZ
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unless the lab consented, they were not rescued, they were stolen. If they did consent, they weren't rescued, they were given a home.

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Ja2theMo
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why would you even go there? Have you run out of snarky comments? What is your motive for making such an unfounded accusation?

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Anna Joanna
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Myślę, że żaden powód nie usprawiedliwia okrutnego cierpienia zwierząt laboratoryjnych. Zwłaszcza w XXI w. A zdjęcia są zachwycające!

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Xantha
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hi Rachele, I work for a news agency and we love these photographs. Could you please email xantha@deadlinenews.co.uk? Thanks!

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MartaJanisz
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

animals are different creatures than human so testing on them is not good. medicine which don't hurt rat can be dangerous for people

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Roger Sullivan
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

can check DNA, but can't check for bad stuff in a product without testing it out on something that alive..whats up with that...

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straylight
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd be curious to know what these animals were being used to test. There's a good reason why most need to be killed after the experiment.

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Ana Karencita Wonka
Community Member
9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Es una pena que aún se utilicen animales como estos para la experimentación... si avanzamos tanto tecnológicamente, ¿porqué no como humanos?

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Vic Atori
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Amazing idea.. so sad but beautiful and powerful in the end

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BeaSaal
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just lovely! Who can be so cruel to use these animals for tests or kill them? I can't understand... Great pictures!

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