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Raising Meat Rabbits

Get Started Raising Meat RabbitsRabbits are a great choice of livestock for small and urban farms.  They don’t take up much space, are very quiet, and when managed correctly can provide meat, pelts, and possibly fiber for your family.

Rabbits can be one of the most efficient protein sources. They are also an ideal livestock to keep in an urban situation because they need little space, and are so quiet. Rabbits can also be prolific! Our breeding trio supplies a good portion of the meat our family eats each year.

There are two ways to raise rabbits. You can house them individually in hutches, or you can raise them in a group. Basic rabbit care is pretty much the same regardless of how they are housed. Click here for more information on what it takes to raise rabbits.

Rabbit colonies can be trickier to successfully implement, but they do have their own advantages. If you’d like an overview of colony raising rabbits, click here.

An important part of keeping rabbits is knowing how well they are producing for you. I’ve added a printable rabbit breeding tracker to the subscribers only page. It will help you know when to complete breeding related rabbit chores, and help you see at a glance which rabbits are your most productive and what to expect.

Read more about raising meat rabbits in the city!

If you are dreaming of more space in the country with pasture land, rabbits may be a great way to get your feet wet and start raising your own livestock.

Herbs are good dietary supplement for rabbits, but there are some that you should NEVER feed them. Here are herbs to avoid for rabbits.

Herbs To Avoid For Rabbits

Rabbits will often happily eat fresh herbs. This can be a good dietary supplement for them to increase their available ...
Did you know you can litter box train a rabbit? Well you can! And it's not super difficult to do. Here's how to do it!

How To Litter Box Train A Rabbit

Did you know you can litter box train a rabbit? Well you can! And it's not super difficult to do ...
Herbs make a great addition to your rabbit's diet, and they can often have health benefits. Here are 4 ways you can use herbs for rabbits

4 Ways To Use Herbs For Rabbits

Herbs are a useful addition to your garden and rabbitry. Herbs make a great bonus to your rabbit's diet, and ...

Can You Breed Rabbit Siblings Together?

Occasionally I get emails from readers with questions I don't have a post about. The other day I got a ...
Raising your own meat rabbits is one way to increase the efficiency of very small homesteads Here are some of the best meat rabbit breeds you can raise.

Which Meat Rabbit Breeds Should You Raise?

Raising your own meat rabbits is one way to increase the efficiency of very small homesteads Just one male and ...
How should you feed your rabbits? There is a lot of conflicting information! But don't be scared to experiment. Here are some various ways to feed rabbits.

The Best Ways To Feed Rabbits (Besides Pellets)!

There is a lot of conflicting information out there about the best ways to feed rabbits. Some people insist rabbits ...
What can you cook with rabbit meat? Just about anything! Here's how to make creamy rabbit gravy to serve over rice or pasta.

Here’s How To Make Creamy Rabbit Gravy

If you have just started raising rabbits you may be wondering what sorts of foods you can cook with rabbit ...
Some rabbit breeds make great backyard herds. Here are three proven rabbit breeds for meat for small scale breeders.

3 Proven Rabbit Breeds for the Best Backyard Herds

While all rabbits can be raised for meat, there are some rabbit breeds that make up great backyard herds.  Perhaps ...
Fly strike and ear mites in rabbits can be a real disaster. Here's how to prevent and treat them just in case your rabbitry is affected.

Fly Strike And Other Nasty Things To Avoid

Sometimes raising animals comes with less than fun situations. Fly strike in rabbits qualifies as one of those nasty type ...
Is breeding rabbits as easy as it sounds? If not, here are some of the reasons why it might not be working and what you can do!

Breeding Rabbits Is Not As Easy As You Think!

When people talk about something multiplying quickly they often say breeding like rabbits. When you first start breeding rabbits sometimes ...
Homemade rabbit stock is an easy and delicious way to use your homegrown meat for soups, sauces, and stews. Here's how to make super easy rabbit stock.

How To Make Super Easy Rabbit Stock

Homemade rabbit stock is super easy to make! Making it is a great way to utilize each animal fully and ...
Is my rabbit pregnant? Whether you are a pet keeper, or raising for meat, you may want to know if you rabbit is going to have babies.

Is My Rabbit Pregnant? (And What To Do If She Is)

It's the question I want to know. Is my rabbit pregnant? Waiting for baby bunnies shouldn't feel like forever, but ...
Basic rabbit care is pretty simple, and doesn't always take a lot of time. Here's what you need to do to raise your own meat rabbits.

Basic Rabbit Care: Here’s What You Need To Do

Basic rabbit care is pretty simple, and doesn't always take a lot of time.  Raising rabbits can be a fun ...
If you find a rabbit kit out of the next box you may be able to save it. Here are some ideas on how to resuscitate baby bunnies.

How To Resuscitate Baby Bunnies (Even If They Look Dead)

In a perfect world, baby bunnies would always be born in the nest box, covered with lots of warm fur ...
There are good and bad aspects to including your rabbit buck in your colony. Here are some ways to handle your buck's behavior.

Is Your Buck a Bully In the Rabbit Colony?

If you keep your rabbits in a colony, you may have some questions about your buck's behavior. When people say ...
Are your rabbits cold? Caring for rabbits in winter is pretty easy, but they do need a little extra care and attention to stay comfortable.

Are Your Rabbits Cold? How To Care For Rabbits In Winter

Rabbits are one of the more cold resistant backyard animals, but they still need a little extra care when it ...
Rabbit pot pie is an easy and yummy recipe to introduce your family to eating rabbit meat. If you want to take preschool literature unit studies to a whole other level, or are just looking for another way to cook rabbit, here's a great rabbit pot pie recipe!

Make “Peter” Rabbit Pot Pie For a Homegrown Dinner

I have to admit, I was a little nervous the first time we sat down to eat one our backyard ...
Is raising rabbits right for your homestead? They can be excellent choices for urban and tiny homesteads, but here are some things to think about before bringing them home.

Is Raising Rabbits Right For Your Homestead?

Rabbits are often touted as one of the ideal animals for small homesteaders to raise. While they can be excellent ...
Summer rabbit care is important as hot weather can be deadly to rabbits. Here are some tips on keeping your bunnies cool when it's warm outside.

Summer Rabbit Care: How To Keep Your Rabbits Safe In The Heat

I'm a huge fan of summer. It's one of my favorite seasons, and I really enjoy the sunshine and the ...
Colony raising rabbits is a rewarding method of raising rabbits. There are a few basic how to's to succeed in setting up a colony.

Colony Raising Rabbits: How To Get Started

Colony raising rabbits isn't hard, but there are a few considerations that can make setting up a rabbit colony go ...
You can make your own animal feeds for your goats, rabbits, or chickens!  You can also supplement your purchased feeds for more nutrition!

How To Make Your Own Animal Feeds

Once you've had chickens for a while you may want to experiment with making your own animal feeds. Making your ...
Baby bunnies are so exciting when you raise rabbits!  They don't need lot of help, but here's what you need to do to care for them.

How To Care For Baby Bunnies

There are few things as cool as BABY BUNNIES!!!! Our very first litter was eight little babies all healthy and ...
Storing hay bales in the city takes some creativity but small space hay storage is possible for urban farmers. Here are 3 ways to keep it clean.

3 Affordable Ways Of Storing Hay Even If You Live In The City

Hay bales are iconic of farming, but one of the limitations of keeping animals on a city lot is figuring ...
Want to know the secret trick to the best nest box ever? This nest box is great for both rabbits and chickens. Your chickens will love it!

The Secret Trick To The Best Nest Box Ever

A couple years ago I desperately wanted to get rabbits. My husband most certainly did not want rabbits. So I ...

 

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