Ethical breeding isn’t often a thought if you’re accustomed to raising livestock. But, being aware of how we treat our livestock and answering to the public’s questions is increasingly important. We strive to provide the best for our animals and that means taking every aspect…
The majority of today’s society grows up without any livestock experience, so it can be difficult for them to understand why we breed rabbits. With social media being so prevalent and the ability for misinformation to spread so quickly, it is increasingly important to accurately…
Rabbit color genetics can be incredibly overwhelming when you are first introduced to them! We have spoken with Sarah Hallgren of Toki Doki Rabbitry to bring you an overview of rabbit color genetics and give you a foundation to learn from. After we introduce Sarah…
Raising and breeding rabbits in cold weather can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. When we are aware of the biological changes in rabbits as the seasons change we can best prepare them for the cold temperatures ahead. Ensuring a proper cage environment…
If you are new to rabbits you may be lost after your rabbit gives birth for the first time. Your first litter of rabbits can be very overwhelming if you have no prior rabbit experience. But, keeping them alive and helping them thrive is fairly…
Raising rabbits for profit may seem unachievable and even laughable, but you can do it! All sizes of rabbitries can implement techniques to cut costs and drive income. We spoke with Olufemi Hunjenukon of Semafojj Integrated Farms to dig deeper into the methods used to…
Farming rabbits does not compare well to farming any other animal. Therefore, there are a lot of potential mistakes to be made by new rabbit breeders. In every aspect of rabbit farming, there are things that can go wrong. In this article, we are going…
Are you looking to increase your rabbit litter size? There are some strategic methods that you can use to expand your litter size. The majority of traits that play into litter size are invisible and can not be outwardly seen. But, these genetics can be…
Do rabbits really “breed like rabbits”? The answers can drastically vary when you ask how often you should breed your rabbits. We have spoken with Tiffany Taylor of Teal Stone Homestead to discuss the factors that influence rabbit breeding frequency. Teal Stone Homestead was built…
So you’re new to the rabbit world? Rabbit breeding can be intimidating, but you can find the fundamentals here. There aren’t any other farmed species that compare well to rabbits when it comes to breeding, and each rabbit can have their own quirks. We have…
Are you wondering if you should cull rabbits, but don’t know where to start? If you find your rabbitry sitting at a standstill in terms of progress or production, it may be time to switch out some breeders. It’s easy to get attached to the…