Hopping Mad! - a new tunnel to HH's cyber warren :)

Hello Hoppers

As I'm sure some of you may have guessed, there has been things afoot in the last few weeks. Thanks to all of you who've responded to requests for photos, answers to questions etc etc.

Following the awful story of the PACT bunnies ( clicky ) we were really amazed and impressed at how Twitter and FB were used as effective tools to create a movement - in this case, fund raising and highlighting the plight of these poor buns. The RWAF and MMC have both used this story to demand better standards for rabbits that are bred for the pet store supply.

We got to thinking that if we joined up on Twitter, we could use that to highlight campaigns on the forum, as well as occasionally Tweet forum topics that could be of interest to other bunny people. This in turn led to the idea of producing an on-line magazine, primarily to consolidate all the campaigns, welfare news and bunny news from around the world. Most organisations seem to work independently, and we couldn't find a site that linked them all up, (although I'm sure there will be one somewhere!). We also wanted to start a new project, a global rabbit welfare resource. This is still very much in its infancy, but we're hoping to get rescues, welfare organisations, and ethical suppliers on board. As the project develops, so will it's design and web-friendliness. At the mo, it's a bit amateurish, but it's an on-going thing.

This idea then grew into providing that service, plus our own features and articles to accompany it. So, we're delighted to announce 'Hopping Mad!' bunny magazine




We aim to produce a new edition every 3-4 months, always free, and on-line. We have had to keep this under wraps, but now we hope that you, as members, will become involved in the magazine's production.

There's been so many people have helped us, and we'd like to give special thanks to Anne McBride and John Chitty, both of whom have gone beyond the call of voluntary duty
Thanks also to the members who have been testing the site for us, to members such as SJ, who have advised us along the way, and those that have given permission to use pics etc. and to the admin team who've been burrowing away, getting contacts etc for marketing and research purposes.

This is a new thing for us, it's not going to be without teething problems, and potential webhost issues etc, but we'd like it to be the best it can be, so we welcome any feedback that may help its design, content, accessibility, navigation etc in the future.

Now, go and get Hopping Mad!

Hahahaha oh my little Domino looks so abused! It made me feel so mean, even though he was fine!

I just want to say I have really enjoyed helping with the little bits I have done, its such a good project and i am SO excited for the future of Hopping Mad :D

Massive well done to Jay who has spent SO much time on this, and everyone who contributed!

xx

Thanks for all your help
We got our first press interview -
clicky

Hoppers, this has been mostly Jay's hard work. He really has bust a gut over this. I am glad it is public now and we can all say a huge thanks to Jay on behalf of bunnies everywhere for giving this project life!

Tis a team effort my dear, don't believe a word of it

Just got round to reading this mag! Its fab! Good work guys

Jay wrote:Tis a team effort my dear, don't believe a word of it

Don't believe him guys

I haven't had time to read it properly but had a quick browse - it looks fantastic, really impressive. What a brilliant concept.

Well done guys for getting this up and running, I shall return for a through read as soon as I get time.

That's really cool! Gonna check it out now!

Ooo awesome work guys!

This was Jay's idea and he has put in back breaking hours on it.

It is absolutely wonderful and is going to make a real difference to buns lives.

On behalf of all of us here and buns everywhere I want to pass on a massive

THANK YOU JAY!!!!!

He definately has put in the hours on this project, I am just thrilled I am allowed to help!

Looks great! will defiantly be worth it for the buns lives it improves

Well done Jay and everyone else who contributed! it looks great and I love the entry page. Absolutely amazing, you should be proud of your efforts

Me too but then I am biased

Ha! Very true SJ.

Jay, you have done a great job, I'm glad that Anne and John are on board too. I look reading reading future editions. If there is anything you need please ask.

Thanks Jay for all the hard work you have put into this, it is fabulous.
I am really proud that the bonding of my Mindy and Brian made it into
the first issue. If you need any help in the future, please ask.
x

Thank-you, I'm sure we'll need the help along the way

I'm glad too that your buns were featured Jo, it's a lovely story

Interview is fabulous Jay!

I'm so excited about this, it looks fabulous!

A big well done to Jay and to everyone involved.

The interview is great!

Wow fantastic! Congratulations & well done xxxx

That is great news, Hooray for Jay.

Jo xx

brilliant mag, well done everyone, its really informative and interesting

Dawn

We got a review
http://rabbitreporter.wordpress.com/2011/03/28/hopping-mad-happy-hoppers-forum-debut-a-new-rabbit-e-zine/