Rabbits . . . .

[Readymom]

A Guide to Raising Rabbits
https://www.thereadystore.com/diy/9684/a-guide-to-raising-rabbits/

Rabbits can be an excellent source of protein, and three does and a buck rabbit can produce more meat in a single year than a cow can, and can provide all the protein requirements for a family of four.

abbits are fairly simple animals to raise, do not have very large space requirements, and as such are an excellent option for homesteaders. In the wild, rabbits are a major source of food for many different predators. There, the rabbit’s key to survival is its remarkable ability to reproduce quickly. This is precisely why rabbits are such an excellent option for self-sufficient living. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

How to Raise Rabbits for Meat: A Getting Started Guide for Beginners
https://morningchores.com/raising-rabbits/

If you are looking to raise a reliable meat source, then look no further than rabbits.

They may seem small, but because they reproduce so quickly one rabbit can give anywhere from 125 pounds to 250 pounds of meat per year (depending on how frequently the doe is bred and how many kits per litter.)

There is much to learn about raising rabbits for meat, but they are a perfect fit for any size homestead. ---CONTINUED---

What you'll learn in this guide:
Choosing Meat Rabbit Breeds
Building the Shelter
Feeding Your Rabbits
Rabbit Waterers
What You Shouldn't Do
Basic Health Needs
Proper Bedding for Rabbits
Mating Process
Signs of Birth
Behavior After Giving Birth

[Readymom]

Raising Meat Rabbits – The Complete Beginner’s Guide
https://survivalist101.com/raising-meat-rabbits/

Raising meat rabbits is one of the most space efficient means of growing livestock for meat. Whether you live on a full blown many acre homestead, or on a town lot in the burbs, rabbits are a viable option in your self-sufficiency and survival planning.

They are a great source of protein, are relatively easy keepers, and they breed like, well, like rabbits. In addition, raising meat rabbits is a low cost way to provide food for your family year round. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

How to Butcher a Rabbit Humanely in 6 Quick and Easy Steps
https://morningchores.com/how-to-butcher-a-rabbit/

(SNIP) ... if you are going to raise rabbits for meat, you’ll need to fully understand how to properly butcher a rabbit. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

A Beginner's Guide to Raising Rabbits
https://www.motherearthnews.com/homesteading-and-livestock/raising-rabbits-zmaz75mazgoe

With the meat situation what it is and the economy in a turmoil, now is a good time to consider the rabbit business. The best way I know to put good food on the table and a few dollars in your pocket, without a large investment, is raising rabbits. ...

What follows is a mini-manual that tells how to get started on a shoestring, without the costly items the so-called experts say you should have. I'll try to cover all phases of a new operation and to help the novice avoid pitfalls that aren't mentioned in books or other guides to this subject. Nevertheless, experience is still the best teacher. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

How to Free Range Rabbits
https://www.thesurvivalistblog.net/free-range-rabbits/

You can, and should, be free ranging rabbits. You neighbors, maybe even your significant other might think you are nuts, but the benefits to raising meat rabbits in this manner far outweigh the initial weird looks you will surely receive.

Free ranging livestock is the most humane, natural, money-saving way to raise your animals. Keeping livestock this way will cause far less stress on the animal, causing your meat to almost always taste a whole lot better. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

How to Mount a Rabbit Hutch
https://www.tngun.com/rabbit-hutch/
I needed to set up a hutch for my rabbits. I decided to mount my a rabbit hutch inside my Carport.

(SNIP) ... To mount the hutch in my carport (so I can see them better, and to give them shade and protection from the elements) ... ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

Build Your Own Rabbit Hutch
https://www.thereadystore.com/diy/9778/build-your-own-rabbit-hutch/

There are two basic ways to build a rabbit hutch. One is with an outdoor self-contained hutch. These typically have wooden frames and wire cages, and two to four rabbits are kept in each of the hutches. These units are portable and can be moved around in the shade to keep the rabbits cool in the summer. In colder months, they can be brought indoors for protection of the rabbits from snow and wind. Another way to start is with steel wire hutches suspended from the joists or ceiling indoors. They can also be simply placed upon a framework inside and existing building. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

Top 10 Meat Rabbits
https://www.imperfectlyhappy.com/top-10-meat-rabbits/

Meat rabbit breeds for backyard homesteaders – the top 10 and one you really should avoid. Today I bring you the top 10 meat rabbits for backyard livestock. I am not listing these in any particular order other than the first 3 which we have raised ourselves. Each of these meat rabbits have their own qualities that make it more desirable. Feel free to leave your choice in the comments. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

Getting Started with Meat Rabbits
https://www.imperfectlyhappy.com/getting-started-with-meat-rabbits/

Why Meat Rabbits?

Economical
Neighbor Friendly
Easy to Care For ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

Hat Tip: to 'Rick1', over at EHP-D:



Raising Rabbits for Food
https://www.happywifeacres.com/raising-rabbits-for-food/

(SNIP) ... The first meat most people think about raising is chicken.

(SNIP) ... Have you considered rabbit? Maybe not. Americans have humanized the rabbit in cartoons and about 2.2 million households raise them as pets. Many don’t think of them as meat, but for families looking to grow their own meat, they are a great source. Let’s talk about the Pros and Con. That’s right, I said Con, since I can only think of one. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

Hat Tip: to 'Rick1', over at EHP-D:



Raising Rabbits for Meat #1: How to Raise Rabbits For Meat
https://www.anoffgridlife.com/how-to-raise-rabbits-for-meat/

For homesteaders, meat rabbits provide one of the most cost-effective and sustainable options of home-raised meat for your family. They have short reproduction cycles, and a single breeding doe will birth around four to five litters per year, which adds up to quite a bit of meat for a family! You won’t learn everything about how to raise rabbits for meat in one day, but the steps outlined in this article will get you started. ---CONTINUED---

[Readymom]

Hat Tip: to 'Rick1', over at EHP-D:



Guide to Raising Rabbits for Meat
https://rurallivingtoday.com/livestock/raising-rabbits-for-meat/

(SNIP) ... There are a lot of things to consider when raising rabbits for meat though. In this guide, we are going to take a walk through the different steps you will need to take for raising rabbits for meat.

Let’s start with where and move on from there. ---CONTINUED---