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Lutz Museum Mourning The Passing Of Zitta, The Flemish Giant Rabbit

A fixture at the Lutz Children's Museum In Manchester has died.

Zitta, a fixture at the Lutz Children's Museum In Manchester, has died.
Zitta, a fixture at the Lutz Children's Museum In Manchester, has died. (Lutz Children's Museum)

MANCHESTER, CT — An iconic presence at the Lutz Children's Museum for more than a half-dozen years has died.

Zitta, the Flemish Giant Rabbit was 10 years old.

Lutz officials posted a heartfelt tribute to Zitta Wednesday:

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"Zitta came to the Lutz in 2019 from a pet rescue, already a confident and spirited lady at about three years old. With her impressive size, soft ears, and lovable face, she inspired awe and delight in countless young visitors.
"Zitta was known for her big personality — cheerfully booping the backs of ankles with her nose and enthusiastically playing tug of war with her treat bags.
"She formed a special bond with our museum’s CEO, and when she retired from public life, she spent her remaining years peacefully in the CEO’s office, surrounded by familiar voices and gentle care. Zitta’s spunk, sweetness, and gentle presence left a lasting impression on all who met her, and she will be deeply missed."

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