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Alex the Great, Giants’ Beloved Therapy Rabbit, Dies After Cancer Treatment Complications

After suffering cardiac arrest during a second surgery at UC Davis Veterinary Hospital, Alex the Great’s passing has spurred his owners and the Giants to vow that his legacy of community comfort will endure.

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The 28-pound Flemish Giant rabbit stole hearts at a San Francisco Giants baseball game.
Alex the Great died on Monday, July 21, shortly after undergoing surgery for his second cancerous tumor.
Alex the Great attends Outside Lands at Golden Gate Park on Aug. 13, 2023, in San Francisco.

Overview

  • Alex the Great died on July 21 after suffering cardiac arrest under veterinary care following a second tumor removal surgery at UC Davis Veterinary Hospital.
  • His owners announced his passing on the rabbit’s official Instagram account, pledging to carry on his mission of spreading comfort and joy.
  • Rescued from a slaughterhouse in early 2021 by Kei Kato and Josh Row, Alex served as the San Francisco Giants’ rally rabbit and a trained therapy companion at Oracle Park.
  • Weighing 28 to 32 pounds and stretching over three feet long, the Flemish giant’s gentle temperament soothed hospice patients, travelers and sports fans.
  • His more than 55,000 social media followers and high-profile appearances at ballparks, airports and festivals generated widespread tributes and promises to preserve his spirit.