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What Factors Lower Winter Rabbit Breeding Rates?
A doe's fertility directly drives farm profit. Many farms report does not coming into heat, lowering breeding rates. Why? Read on to learn the causes.
What Equipment Do You Need to Raise Rabbits?
Raising rabbits requires several items - the hutch and basic supplies are essential. This article lists the equipment you need, helping new rabbit keepers get started.
Factors Behind Sore Hocks (Pododermatitis) in Rabbits
Sore hocks cost rabbit breeders economically and are common, so prevention matters. This article explains the factors that trigger sore hocks in rabbits (especially Rex rabbits) and how to prevent them.
What Is a Non-Pregnant Doe Rabbit? Key Management Points
A non-pregnant (resting) doe is one from weaning her litter to the next successful mating. The rest period varies with the breeding system. A shorter rest improves farm profitability. This article explains how to manage a resting doe.
Winter Rabbit Care Tips
Winter is easier than summer but has its own rules — warmth, more feed, timed shearing, exercise, hygiene, and breeding prep. This guide covers the six points.
Two Key Points for Good Rabbit Keeping
Hutch hygiene and feeding method are the two pillars of rabbit care. This guide gives the sanitation standards and the feeding schedule for breeders and mothers.
How to Properly Raise a Non-Pregnant Doe Rabbit
A non-pregnant (resting) doe is one between weaning her litter and the next mating. Too long a rest period lowers fertility and hurts farm profitability. This article covers factors affecting the doe's rest period and how to feed her properly.
Causes and Prevention of Infertility in Adult Rabbits
Adult rabbit infertility falls into functional, nutritional, and other types. Any of them hurts farm income. This article details the causes and prevention methods.
How to Deal with Rabbit Infertility in Autumn
Autumn's cool weather and ample forage make it peak breeding season, yet many farms see does that won't heat or conceive. This article explains the causes and prevention of repeat-breeding infertility in autumn.
Two Common Inflammations in Rex Rabbits
Sore hock (pododermatritis) and infectious rhinitis are both common in rex rabbits and can harm the animals; infectious rhinitis is also contagious and can sweep through a herd. This guide covers the signs, care, and prevention of each.