Rabbits

[Sniper-T]

Helo, thanks for taking the time and sharing all this info with us...

Why did you build the run up in the air like that? When I saw the info about the tractors, it seemed to me that that would be THE way to go, as they'll almost self feed. I didn't see a lot of green on the ground in your pics, I assumed it was because of the seasons, or is that normal where you are?

tx again!

[helomech]

I built them this way because it is what was recommended, also because grass does not grow very well here. If the rabbits are something I want to continue to do, then I will build a big pen and plant lots of grass in it. But I am not sure that I want to keep rabbits full time or not.

[Sniper-T]

Thanks. The area I was(am) looking at locating mine is about 90% clover, and was told that a tractor would be best for me. And also thanks for the info on the auto feed/watering/doors... the biggest issue I had is about having to get someone to come feed and water them if I am away.

you may have just revived my little idea yet. And if I put it in an out of the way place, my wife wouldn't even know until she starts seeing packages in the freezer!

mwahahahahaha

[Grumpy Old Man]

For you Sniper

[ravensgrove]

an 8 wk old rabbit is going to be mighty tiny....even a 10 wk old rabbit is going to be mighty tiny...I raise the largest breeds of rabbit out there...and even THEY would be mighty tiny that young. I think this is one of those times you are going to think one thing...and reality is going to pan out a tiny bit different...is all I am saying.

[helomech]

an 8 wk old rabbit is going to be mighty tiny....even a 10 wk old rabbit is going to be mighty tiny...I raise the largest breeds of rabbit out there...and even THEY would be mighty tiny that young. I think this is one of those times you are going to think one thing...and reality is going to pan out a tiny bit different...is all I am saying.

I thought the same thing when we raised our first chickens. At 6 weeks old they weighed 8 lbs, so I am not doubting there info. They also figure slaughter time for you to make the most money. Raise them longer and the feed bill eats into your profits.

[helomech]

Well we got our rabbits today. Traded 4 Austrolorp hens for 4 pregnant females. They each weight about 10 lbs, and where bred by different bucks.

[Foghorn]

Thanks for the update and the pictures. Looks like you made a good trade.

When were the does bred? What are your plans for nests?

Please keep us updated.

Doug

[helomech]

Two where bred on 12-23-11, one bred on 12-21-11, and the other bred on 12-27-11. Nest boxes going in 3 days before they are to deliver, so 1-24-12, 1-20-12, and 1-21-12.

[Foghorn]

Any news?