In the end we will conserve only what we love
and we will love only what we understand
Baba Dioum, African ecologist
Orphaned Genets Growing Quickly
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December 31, 2007

When I first saw these orphaned genets in late November, see post below dated 29 November, one would fit in my hand. They seemed so tiny and now a month later they are fit and healthy and have all but trebled in size since arriving at the Tikki Hywood Trust in Harare two months ago.

This is due to the wonderful care provided by Lisa and Ellen. 'Dior' is the extrovert on Ellen's hand and the shy one, 'Coco' is hiding behind.

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posted by Miriam @ 10:26 AM   2 comments
Genet Orphans Received at Tikki Hywood Trust
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November 29, 2007
In early November two orphaned genets were found on a farm and delivered to the Tikki Hywood Trust in Harare. Both the male and the female were dehydrated and had streaks of blood on their fur from birth. They each weighed less than 100g and were not more than a few days old. They were put onto a glucose solution immediately to boost their energy levels and to rehydrate them. All the genets the Trust receives are to be named after perfume houses. The tiny orphan feeding is 'Coco'. Pictured right are 'Coco' feeding and 'Dior' on the 29 November, almost a month after being orphaned.

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