Influencer scandal: Rabbits found abandoned and neglected!

Influencer scandal: Rabbits found abandoned and neglected!

A strange incident concerns animal lovers in Norderstedt: an influencer from South Holstein is under fire after she is said to have abandoned several rabbits in a forest in the summer heat. These serious allegations are made in the strongest possible terms by the Henstedt-Ulzburg animal shelter. According to ndr.de, a dead rabbit and some emaciated animals were discovered when animal rights activists and zookeepers came across the orphaned animals in the Rantzau Forest on August 23rd Animals bumped. A sad sight that makes you think.

Lea Borchardt, an employee of the animal shelter, commented on the situation and was surprised at the identity of the influencer who stages a happy family life on social media. In her videos, the influencer had already indicated that the rabbits belonged to her; A rabbit named Fritz even had a noticeable fold in his skin that could be seen in the photos. It was a tipster who informed the animal shelter about the influencer, who has over 400,000 followers on Instagram and regularly reports there about her life and work as a children's book author, according to lomazoma.com.

The dark side of being an influencer

The influencer herself has defended her decision to abandon the animals, describing it as a “stupid idea” in a “total state of emergency” following the birth of her child. Their actions, which according to the animal shelter had criminal relevance, were viewed as a violation of the Animal Protection Act, while the police found no concrete evidence of animal cruelty. The case was therefore forwarded to the city of Norderstedt because there may be an administrative offense.

The entire situation highlights the responsibility that influencers have for their followers. In a world where social media has a huge influence on perspectives and purchasing behavior, it is crucial to examine such topics critically. The Welttierschutz illustrates how important it is to portray animals and their needs responsibly. Petfluencers who are known for creating content with animals should always be aware of this responsibility and raise awareness of animal welfare.

The consequences for the affected animals

While two of the three surviving rabbits have now been successfully rehomed, concern for the other animals remains. The influencer's Instagram appearances have now been largely withdrawn, leaving many of her followers concerned. It shows once again that uncritical depictions of animal protection and husbandry on social media not only reflect poorly on the actors involved, but can also have real consequences for the animals.

It will be hoped that this incident not only ends well for the rabbits involved, but also serves as a wake-up call for all influencers to use the power of their platforms responsibly and advocate for the welfare of animals.