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If you are thinking of starting a rabbitry make sure you follow the list bellow:

• Do u even like rabbits? Trust me there is no profit breeding rabbits... and you must love animals to do this and be committed to these beautiful animals.
• Do you have the cash to start? If you don't have a place to keep all the bunnies your going to have to buy a reasonable shelter....also the costs of rabbits, food, vet bills, cages and supplies will be pricey
• Shelter? If you do not have a shelter you must get one that is suitable for rain/snow/sun/and wind, an unused garage/shed or porch will work perfect!
• Rabbits Background? Before you even start this adventure have you had a rabbit before? Sometimes some animals just aren't for you and aren't what you look for in a pet...make sure you love rabbits a lot and know alot about the bunnies. you may just want to start off with just a pair of rabbits and see if you like the whole idea.
• Time? Do you work full time? Are you constantly busy?Do you do sports and lots of other busy activities? Maybe this isn't for you... rabbits are hard work(depending on what breeds you have and how many) if you are looking to breed long haired animals you will have to brush and groom them constantly! If you have huge breeds they need there cages cleaned more often...just think of the time your putting on your hands!
• Breeding? Do you know how to breed a rabbit? Do you know how many days it takes for them to give birth? How Many Babies? Make sure you research this!

Choosing a breeder can be tough,becasue most likely you dont know them

Now if you visit the rabbitry remember these are animals and dont expect the fanciest layout for them...rabbits are tough and love to spray and digg their hay all over the place. But it should be neat, and not in a broken down shack with no ventlation, most likely you will know if its a bad area or not.

Things to look for:

Do the rabbits look healthy, are they bouncy and ready to greet you or are they scared in the corner, maybe even thumping in disatisfaction, make sure they are bouncy and about, this means there have good personalities and are people friendly, most likely not sick

Do the bunnies has clean water and food/hay available? If a vast mojority dont have water than they may not really care for the animals much and may just want the money,i have ran into situations like this before.

Cages.Are the cages cleaned? Or are the bunnies dirty with their own feces...if soo i wouldnt support them and you may just wanna leave.People like this,again,do it for the money

The shelter. Are the bunnies in rusted, crappy cages...this is not a good sign the bunnies could have SORE HOCKS(sore on the bottom of their feet,most common in mini rexes) or even worse an infection,dont recommend this either

If the breeder isnt answering your questions or is more concerned with how much and how many you want then leave.

Does the breeder seem to know his/her bunnies fairly well and talks to you about some she likes and what to look for in a bunny, what breeds will suit you. THIS is a great breeder to be working with.

Is the rabbitry in nice sheltered place...clear of dust and cobwebs? Sometimes breeders could careless where there rabbits are kept...this can be an issue toward your new bunnies health.Watch out and think before your adoption.

Mini Health Check:

Ask if you can hold the bunny you are intrested

Look at his eyes..are they clear?

Ears...look inside his ears and make sure they are free of mites [brown crust]

Mouth...if you can, flip him over and check his teeth, they shud be normal length.

His bottom shud be clean, but dont worry if there feet are a bit yellow this is common.If there is poop matted in his fur[ALOT] or maggots he may be infected.

Feet...shud be fluffy with fur. But make sure there are no red sores, this means they have sore hocks which isnt horrible but its painful for bunnies and takes a long time to treat.

AND His Fur, shud be clean soft, and bug free.

What are peanuts?

Peanuts are when 2 dwarf genes are mixed together. The baby is half the size of a regular baby.

What are GC Legs?

When a bunny wins something at a A.R.B.A. show they get "Legs" these arent real legs if your wondering. They are slips of paper telling what your rabbit won. If you have 3 legs, your rabbit is considered are grand champion bunny!

What is a Brood Quality Bunny?

When a bunny can be bred, it is called a brood.

What is a Junior or Senior?

A Junior is a bunny under 6 monthes of age. A Senior is a bunny over 6 monthes of age.

Where can i join to start showing?

You dont have to join anywhere as long as you have a purebred and quality animal you can show it at any ARBA or 4-h shows. i recommend starting off with 4-h shows then moving on to bigger ARBA shows when you are more experianced and have more quality bunnies.