Breeds and Breeding – Rabbits

[BYH Project Manager]

Alright rabbit folks, let’s talk bunnies. If you’ve ever dipped your toes into the world of rabbit breeds, you already know it can feel a bit like scrolling through an online catalog where everything is cute. You think you’re just browsing, and suddenly you’re trying to convince yourself that maybe you do have room for a Flemish Giant the size of a small dog.

So let’s chat. What rabbit breeds are you working with right now, and why did you choose them? Are you team small and fluffy, or do you prefer the big, sturdy breeds that look like they could carry their own feed bucket?

Breeding rabbits is its own adventure too. Some does are perfect moms who act like they’ve read all the manuals and watched every YouTube tutorial. Others… well, let’s just say they keep you on your toes. Have you had any surprising breeding experiences or funny moments during kindling? Maybe a doe that decided her nest box was more of a suggestion than a requirement?

And how about temperament? Some breeds are sweet and calm. Others have a little attitude. You know the ones. The rabbits that give you that look when you reach into the cage, like they’re sizing up your life choices.

Let’s share everything.
Your favorite breeds, your breeding tips, what’s worked, what hasn’t, what you’d never try again. New rabbit keepers can learn so much from these stories.

So tell us…
What breeds do you raise, and what has your breeding experience been like?
We’re all ears. (Sorry, couldn’t resist.)