Whiskey the bunny is a national treasure

A BEXHILL bunny has been voted runner-up in a national competition to find the Supa Rabbit of the year 2002.

Whiskey amazed judges with her story of bravery and friendship, and overcoming disability.

She was born with a balance problem and has a weak body which is especially vulnerable in cold weather. She came close to death twice last winter.

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As the runt of the litter, Whiskey's vet has nicknamed her Bitsa - saying she was last in line when the other five rabbits of her litter were handed out healthy bodies, and she got the bits that were left.

But she has battled on and with owner Sue Horsman, of Buxton Drive, has become a vital member of the Cuddle Bunny division of the Canine Concern team.

They visit four nursing homes on a regular basis, along with four other rabbits belonging to Sue.

All the bunnies are insured and one even visits the rehab unit of the Conquest hospital.

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Sue said: "Whiskey is a real delight to everyone she meets. She loves to show off, running round the room as well as enjoying cuddles from both staff and patients at the nursing homes. He is a one in a million bunny."

Apart from the title of runner-up Supa Bunny of the Year 2002, Whiskey has won a supply of rabbit food from competition organisers, Burgess Supafeeds.