In short, it seems like it shouldn't make sense, and isn't possible. But sometimes things that don't make sense and aren't possible are Hasbro's speciality.
Just look at the weird UK princesses.
You're absolutely right
Well, I love my bunny either way and will look out for more info. Maybe I can find something about the circumstances of the Sindy release here in Germany.
Unfortunately I didn't ask the seller I bought my bunny from about its origin...