Happy-Mama Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Hi, I am thinking of buying an eglu and was wondering how long they last? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Forever! Seriously, they have only been around a couple of years, but are still going strong and never seem to wear out. If you email barbara@omlet.co.uk, she can arrange for you to visit an Eglu/Rablu in your area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy-Mama Posted September 27, 2006 Author Share Posted September 27, 2006 Thanks, I'll do that. I didn't realise they were that new. I only discoverd this site recently when doing a search on Rabbits as I would like to get one though I haven't had one for a few years now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 I've got one Eglu for hens and a Rablu for the bunnies and they are great - so easy to clean out. Whereabouts are you located? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy-Mama Posted September 27, 2006 Author Share Posted September 27, 2006 I'm in Scotland, think I need to pay extra for delivery because I'm too far away. I'd like to get another rabbit and I was looking up info about them on the internet when I found the Omlet site. The Eglus look great and easy to keep clean etc. Will have to save up a bit before I can get one though so going to hold off getting the bunny until then. I love animals and also keep horses. I was thinking of getting a pink eglu eventually though I'm guessing the bunny won't mind what colour I go for ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Whereabout in Scotland there are quite a few Eglus dotted around but i am not sure if there are many Rablus up here yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Jen Jen, keep an eye on the 2nd hand section of the forum as they sometimes come up there, and let Barbara kmow that you are looking for one, then she will contact you if a Rablu becomes available. Also, you sometimes see Rablus on ebay, so keep an eye on that too - I hope you get what you want - I got our pink one via the forum, 2nd hand and a very good price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali-s Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Whereabout in Scotland there are quite a few Eglus dotted around but i am not sure if there are many Rablus up here yet There is a Rablu in Fort william I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Barbara will be sure to know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy-Mama Posted September 27, 2006 Author Share Posted September 27, 2006 Thanks, I'll keep a look out for 2nd hand ones, I'm about a 3hr drive from Fort William. Are these ones that people own who don't mind you going to look at them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali-s Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Thats right. The username is Elmerfud. I haven't seen him around for ages. You could try sending a PM or contacting Omlet who might know of another way of contacting him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 There is a rabbit Eglu in Troon but you'll need to contact Barbara to be put in touch with the owner as she's not a forum member as far as I know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy-Mama Posted September 27, 2006 Author Share Posted September 27, 2006 Thanks everyone for the advise. I've been looking at some of the other topics too and this seems like a very friendly forum, which is great. I am definately looking forward to getting an eglu and a Rabbit too of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 I imagine they would last for thousands of years - they are probably not as biodegradeable as the traditional wooden ark... Phil Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 27, 2006 Share Posted September 27, 2006 Thanks everyone for the advise. I've been looking at some of the other topics too and this seems like a very friendly forum, which is great. I am definately looking forward to getting an eglu and a Rabbit too of course. Only one bunny? They get very lonely and are sociable little things just like hens - best get two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy-Mama Posted September 28, 2006 Author Share Posted September 28, 2006 Yes of course will get two for company. Got one in my head because there was a beautiful one at the pet shop but it just didn't like other bunnies so was on it's own. I was tempted to take it because it was so lovely with people and liked to be picked up etc but I was going on holiday that week so thought it best to wait until I'm back, now it's gone . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepe Posted September 28, 2006 Share Posted September 28, 2006 Hi! I've got two rabbits in my rablu, they loved it from day one check out your local RSPCA for rabbits, if its anything like ours they are over run with buns they were getting them in as small as your hand. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy-Mama Posted September 28, 2006 Author Share Posted September 28, 2006 That's a good idea, I will try that. Both my first rabbits were rescue ones and they were lovely so would be happy to do that again How do you find moving and cleaning your eglu? Is it easy to maintain by one person? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted September 28, 2006 Share Posted September 28, 2006 Easy peasy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pepe Posted September 28, 2006 Share Posted September 28, 2006 Hi! Jen Jen, Yes very easy, I move mine around every 6 weeks or so, my bunnies tend to dig I've not had to ask my OH yet to help, and I,m only just over 5ft in height!Its the best thing for rabbits, I'm sure this winter will be so much easier. Mine also has the converter on as well! Hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy-Mama Posted September 28, 2006 Author Share Posted September 28, 2006 Hi, that's great I'm only 5ft 3 (just) so it's good to know I should be able to move it around etc Just need to save up and get one now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
