Rabbit Breeding

My rabbit doing his dance! He is soo cute and funny. You just gotta love him!

bunny trying to close cage..too bad i only caught him the last 2 times he did it

Some kids in charge of cleaning the rabbit cage invited me to join them.

Keeping a rabbit as a pet is something that needs some proper planning. Deciding on where to put the rabbit cage and how to accesorize is important if you want to keep a healthy bunny. Here are some tips for you to take note.

Placing the Rabbit Cage

It is essential to ensure that your rabbit is comfortable when it is inside it’s cage. The rabbit cage should be put in a cool and cozy place in your house, away from any household hazards. It should also be put in a area which is away from any predatory house pets or noisy machinery.

A rabbit loves attention. It is advisable to put the rabbit in a place where there is a lot of activity in the house so that it will not feel lonely and isolated.

Inside Cage Essentials

At minimum, your rabbit cage should be equipped with the following:

a litterbox

containers for food and water

soft bedding

toys to keep the rabbit amused and occupied

Beddings

There are many different beddings which can be used for the rabbit. The most common are hay, straw, grass or sisal mats. Shredded newspaper and fabric scraps are sometimes used as alternative bedding for rabbits.

Litter and the Litterbox

Litters can be made from several materials. Paper pulp is a popular choice of litter, as it has good absorbency and reduces odor. The second, highly recommended litter is compressed sawdust pellets. Sawdust pellets are relatively cheap and extremely absorbant. The non-toxic sawdust helps control bacterial growth and odors.

Pine or cedar shavings should be avoided, as these materials can be toxic to the rabbit.

The litterbox should be placed in the rabbit’s favorite elimiation spot in the cage to facilitate litter training.

Upkeeping Your Rabbit Cage

White vinegar is the recommended agent for cleaning out litterboxes. Soaking the pans in vinegar will remove even the toughest stains.

With these five tips in hand, you will have your rabbit cage ready for your bunny in no time.

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Responsible Rabbit Breeding – What Every Beginner Needs to Know

Rabbit breeding is something not to be taken lightly. Unfortunately there are thousands of rabbits to be found in animal shelters worldwide, mainly as a result of irresponsible “back yard breeders”. These people mean well, but fail to consider the overall outcome, a number of rabbits looking for a good home.

If you have however decided to begin breeding rabbits, and have a reasonable plan for their life beyond babyhood, there are basic equipment and environmental concerns that must be taken care of before a breeding program is started.

Housing and Space Concerns

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For Holland Lop Rabbit Breeding you’ll need separate cages for the buck and the doe. They will happily breed unsupervised if they’re caged together.

You will also need a different cage for the offspring, and a lot of cages if you care to acquire them up for meat or appearance.

This can be quite a considerable financial investment to start with…feeders, trays, water bottles etc. You’ll also need a nestbox for the doe.

Make a sure your rabbits are free of diseases. Rabbit VD can cause the doe to lose her fur. Make certain your chosen rabbits are well conditioned and in good shape. Overweight does have a difficult time giving birth. Read more…