Can someone please close this thread before it becomes a huge argument?
Thanks xx

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there are so many buns in rescues at the mo especially young ones who really need a decent early start in life, I would strongly recommend not bothering and having ur pair of rabbits neutered and spayed, this will make them much friendlier rabbits aswell so has a great advantage for u and will stop them getting nasty cancers.

If however u still want to go ahead with breeding u must consider all of these...
u must know the genetics of the rabbits for a least 3 generations, this will prevent interbreeding and hereditary problems like bad teeth which can cost a fortune to maintain.
it is possible that u could end up with 9 kits, do u have home for all of these?
Ur female rabbit needs to be at least 6months? (older if a big breed) and under 12 months as her hips will fuse into place at this age making it impossible to give birth.
u may want to have ur rabbits vet checked so make sure that 1 doesnt have something that they could pass on to the other, ie conjunctivitis, mites, viruses etc. I would also recommend that both parents be vaccinated for VHD and Mixi as this will pass some immunity on to the kits.
The female rabbit should also have insurance, incase their are complications which could cost u 100's, however I'm not sure insurance would cover breeding?
u will need a hutch and run connected for the mum rabbit so she can still get exercise and look after the kits, this must be big enough to house say 10 almost fully grown rabbits as u will need to keep them til they are 8 - 10 weeks old. A shed would be best. If u do not find homes for all of them by 12 weeks u will have to separate the boys form girls.
As the breeder u have the responsibility to make sure they go to good homes with the right size hutches, and that if they are for children then the children are old enough to be able to pick ur breed of rabbit up and that the adult takes full responsibility for the care of the rabbits even if for children.
U would also be wise to find a local breeder in ur area and visit them for advice, first hand is always the best way to learn

I hope this is of some help, it really is a massive commitment not just to urself in terms of time and money, but also to the kits.

If u have any more questions then please ask
would love to see some photos

I agree with this.

With well over 30,000 buns of all ages sat in rescue, there really is no justification for breeding from buns who's history is most likely unknown.

Also, so many people who say they want one, will change their minds when the babies are finally here. This is something you must consider if you go ahead with the breeding. You must be prepared to keep and house the entire litter.
Because of the economic climate, many people are giving up pets, and many have also stopped breeding.

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I have looked through books and found the answers to most of my questions, as well as asked a couple breeders. When can the babies be handled once they are born?

I will definitely post up pictures

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Hi there, if you are adament on breeding your buns then read this throughly:

Rabbit Rehome - What's Involved in Breeding Rabbits

This is from a rabbit re-homing site. If you click straight onto the link then it has valuable information and questions that you should ask yourself way before breeding.

I can not give advice as to when you can handle baby bunnies. Because when i was breeding (5 years ago now) i could handle each and every litter at different times to another. It depended on mummy bun really.

Are you prepared to take back and keep any rabbit (whatever age), that the new owners couldn't keep/didn't want etc.............do not breed if any of your babies have the possibilty of ending up in rescue.

This is a great place to ask though! I have learnt a few things being on here!

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I will take them back anytime, and none of my animals will EVER end up with me bringing them to a shelter/rescue. I have tons of extra cages in storage still in their boxes. I'm also building a big bunny condo for the Bunnies and the Guinea pigs.

Just a note to everyone: I do not breed animals until I am fully prepared to take on all of the responsibilities of breeding, and yes I read a lot about breeding before I even attempt to do it myself. A couple of my moms friends are rabbit breeders as well.

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Does anybody have some HELPFULL tips? No matter what they are

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the handling really depends on the mum, she may be very aggressive towards u and protective of her young while they are still in the nest. u may find u get a wanderer who will need putting back before he gets too cold (best to stroke the mum lots before moving so u smell of her). personally I would wait until they are fury and running about by themselves, but i think different breeders do this at different times

i am a rabbit breeder i will pm you my email addy for help and advice

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