It's Baby Bunny Time!!! Preparing for and Caring for Baby Bunnies

[@Mr.LightsOut]

Still taking care of rabbits here in the Philippines, since I learned from your earlier videos 2 years ago. We harvest for meat and also turn rabbit poo into compost for the garden. Thanks a bundle!

[@flowerchild777]

Thank you. I appreciate your comment, as I'm thinking about raising meat rabbits👍

[@glennlewman1377]

Where in the Philippines are you? We are in Mindanao and just getting started

[@Mr.LightsOut]

@@glennlewman1377 here in southern luzon goodluck

[@christophercoverdale4771]

Just to let followers know I'm in Dumaguete Negro's Oriental, 30 females bro

[@almawilliams9063]

Why did you do that ?don’t eat rabbits meat….

[@katiedeckard6469]

I raised and showed many different breeds of rabbits for over 10 years. Just a tip if you have a doe that is questionable about whether she’ll deal with you handling her babies well. Take the nest box completely out of the cage and, before you put the nest box back in, put a dab of vanilla extract on her nose. It won’t hurt her at all and it keeps her from smelling your scent in the box until it’s gone. I have used it for does I’ve bought that we’re already bred and didn’t have enough time to get used to me before kindling. A bit more info… usually, a doe will eat her kits when she feels threatened. It could be a predator hanging around the cages, a dog, or even a buck rabbit being close. I was told early on by a few long term breeders that you don’t want a doe with babies sharing a cage wall with a buck. There’s another reason for that as well. They have been known to breed through the cage wire. Very good informative video though!!

[@efexzium]

I dont understand to many unfamiliar words.

[@Haleys_Henhouse_Mini_Farm]

@jonyfrany1319 which words were unfamiliar? Doe = female rabbit Buck = male rabbit Kindle = when a rabbit litter is born Nest box= where the rabbit gives birth to her babies

[@patrickharmon9459]

I remember when I was a youngster living on a small farm, my dad encouraged me to raise rabbits. It was enjoyable time for me when I was just a kid. Now I'm in my 60's my kids are adults and I'm a Papaw now and I'm thinking about raising rabbits again. I've been watching your videos and enjoy what you're doing, it brings back fond memories when I was younger. Keep up the good work and God bless you and your family 👪

[@cross-eyedmary6619]

I love this series. Sarah is such a wonderful teacher. Love you guys!!

[@wendyjennings1502]

Had a litter of Flemish Giants this week. She delivered 12 kits. 9 surviving. Perfect timing Sarah! Thanks for your teaching. God bless!

[@dennislaurieannhoward753]

I had to share!!!! We have 2 mommas and they both had their babies today. One had her at about 9 am and had 2. The other had hers tonight about 6 pm and she had 5!! We got to watch both. Both 1st time mommas and they did it perfectly. Just like they watched your videos!! Thank you so much for all your advice.

[@papawsplace]

Hello Sarah, Great video as always. One thing I do when it's very cold is use a seedling heat mat under my nesting box. A heat mat does not get to hot so it's just keeps the nest box warm on the bottom.

[@menow7851]

PS- don't respond to the comment stating you won something here. Its a scammer.

[@kimdooley3757]

Your rabbits dont chew the cord?

[@papawsplace]

I run it out the bottom of the cage and set the nesting box on top of it. Then I tie the box so they can't move it. It's been working great so far.

[@shannondixson2240]

Hi From Southeast Tx, I enjoyed ALL of y’all’s videos 😁. When we separate does from bunnies we take half the litter then one more every other day to help dry the doe up. I have had does die from taking bunnies to fast. Rabbits can’t take pain so if they get engorged ( pain) hope this helps someone. Thanks for all the learning tools Big hugs

[@missmarjolein92]

Thanks!😁👍

[@k10ishere]

Thanks for the tip 😀

[@januarybaker]

We have 2 litters due next week and we are fervently praying over this. We haven't had a successful litter since that nasty rabbit virus came through last summer. 😪 had to start over. But, Lord willing we will have some babies next week! Thanks for your info and videos they're encouraging and SO helpful

[@paulettebraun814]

Don't text that number. Sara and Kevin posted not long ago. It's a SCAM. That is not how they operate. If they do a give away, it will be announced in advance

[@lindacain7252]

I am about ready to start raising meat rabbits. You’re series on raising rabbits has been so very informative. Some of the things you advise not to do I probably would have done being new to the experience. I live in the central valley of California and the summers here are simply insane. I now know why my neighbors rabbits all died last year, “summer too hot”. Thank you.

[@Patty57P]

Hi Sarah, I watched your video this morning before I went to work. I can hardly wait till October when I retire and start raising rabbits, chickens and a garden. I'm so looking forward to it. I shared this video with a group that I just joined called "Backyard Meat Rabbits". When I got home at the end of the day I looked at my group and so many people were raving about the KZbin videos you and Kevin make. And how everything that y'all do is so informative. Thank y'all for making these videos. I love the way you you guys share information about everything to do with homesteading. You've got a lot of people who really love you guys! Keep doing what you do. We love you guys!

[@midnightcamaro]

Y'all are the real teachers of America 🇺🇸 Thank you

[@enunya]

HI Sarah! A really good friend of the family raises show rabbits and she was having an issue with a couple of the Doe's going cannibal after giving birth. One of the breeders said that If you feed them something high protein, like meat, after they give birth it will prevent that. She started doing that as a preventative with all her does after they gave birth and never had the issue again.

[@MrSki-tyvm]

Being a 28 yr military veteran, I have been considering raising chickens and rabbits for multiple reasons. I'm a avid fisherman and hunter so this falls right in line with me being comfortable harvesting. I plan on starting simple and keeping it as manageable as possible. So low maintenance is key for my time and lifestyle. Watching your videos has given me the simple right information. Thank you. I just have to build the shelter, cages and nest boxes before getting any meat rabbits.

[@mellow301]

Waiting for my first litter prob tonight. And thats wy im not fishing today. Its fun. Good luck when u start

[@AmberFletcher-mi5hp]

@@mellow301Fun to birth animals just for food economical yes possibly even beneficial and necessary Fun no probably not

[@tuinwerkenthyssen8399]

As a nest box I use banana boxes, which are used once and then thrown away. Greetings from Flanders!

[@dianatennant4346]

Thank you Sarah. I was raised on a farm and my dad grew meat rabbits a lot of my life a lot of the stuff I remembered and a lot I forgot. Your videos are very informative very to the point you do make the ups and downs known which is good for people I believe they should know there are those possibilities. Just thank you for all you do and you're good instructions

[@beverlycharles6534]

I have never tasted rabbit. What is it similar to? Lean? Or fatty? Best ground up?

[@dianatennant4346]

@@beverlycharles6534 I remember all dark meat or a darker meat. Very little fat. My mom mostly baked it with some butter and mostly salt and pepper. I'm sure you could season with anything you season chicken with. Rabbit tastes a whole lot like chicken. We used it like chicken. I never had it ground. Give it a try.

[@elainekomara8555]

I had a giant Flemish rabbit growing up and she was the most gentle, sweetest rabbit I ever had as a pet..

[@bigmomma9371]

We had one that was potty trained. She was a sweety She did mother a few litters eventually. They were put into our meat lines. Definitely beefed up our rabbits.

[@lindagullage3077]

Love when you have baby bunnys to share with us.

[@jessicajones5131]

I've got 3 litters due the end of this week. Thank you for the information. I really enjoy watching and learning.

[@happyquilt1557]

Hope I can hear the continuation of bunny videos! Thanks for all valuable information 💕

[@kcs.farm09]

Good Morning!! We also had 6 kits Sunday. Lots of good information about rabbits!!

[@christywright2188]

Great information Sarah thank you! My husband and I have a small shop and in the back half is an area of ground we are turning into our rabbit coop, which will turn out perfect for our 1st few rabbits we're getting this month. We dug up some of the ground and laid down hardware cloth and covered it back in with the dirt so there's no burrowing our of the shop and to keep animals and snakes out. I'm learning a lot from your experiences and appreciate that you've taken the time to share what you know. See you on the next video. Missouri Wrightchk

[@roxyhenderson1522]

This morning my momma started having babies!!!!!!! So excited she waited to long to pull hair and fixing the nesting box. She's a new momma

[@melissaspake7727]

You can brush her or pull hair from her dewlap yourself and cover the babies

[@funniful]

O wow! I JUST came in from checking on my white bunny momma and her new (2 days old) babies, to find a video about a white bunny momma and her babies! Lol 😆 Thank you, Sarah! I’m still learning, and you are my go-to advisor!

[@thesouthernshirehomestead]

We had our first litter born today and it all went well, thanks to your series and the series from Teal Stone Homestead. ❤️ Thank you Sarah!

[@vickenator]

I don't ever plan to raise rabbits for meat (or anything else actually), but this was such an informative video, and you're such a knowledgeable teacher, I listened to the entire thing. Thank you for the education!

[@joesandy1822]

Well done, Sarah! Thank you. You are so thorough. You definitely are gifted at teaching! I am considering raising rabbits and quail for myself and my family to be more self sufficient. It will be the processing that is the hardest part. But that’s part of it. At least while they are living, they will be well cared for and loved. And their dispatch will be humane and as quick as possible. God bless!

[@dayneholt4149]

Joe in nature rabbits are a prey animal, God blessed them with an ability to die easily. The processing part is much more simple because of this. You will do fine, trust me.

[@joesandy1822]

@@dayneholt4149 Thanks for the reassurance and encouragement! This is actually Sandy. It will be me that does the processing, not Joe. I will just pray beforehand, and trust that God will give me the courage and skill to do it right. Thankfully, there are many helpful videos showing the process. 😊

[@bobbikelly2253]

I'm starting the same journey. I have to learn how to butcher them.

[@mamat5264]

Thank you Sarah! We are learning as we go. Our first litter has been a complete success. We just bred 3 new moms the other day. Hoping all goes well.

[@wendybertie1395]

Hello Sarah and Kevin I enjoy watching your U Tube channel. It brings back childhood memories when I would stay at my Aunt and Uncle's farm. They live in Australia .I love when you show how to preserve your garden produce and dinner preparation. Love how you and Kevin are in zinc with each other. I'm sure glad I found your U Tube channel. Good night sweet dreams God Bless you and Kevin and your family from Wendy Bertie in Toronto Ontario Canada

[@bethcutsinger3540]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge -- God bless you, Kevin and the girls and your farm.

[@trishapomeroy9251]

You are doing such a great job with this series! I have raised rabbits for a very long time, but decided to take a break a few years ago. It's so fun to watch your rabbits and your information is not only really good, but very clearly delivered. Keep up the good work!

[@jeffr2855]

What a great starting video for peeps that want to raise bunnies. I think I missed your first one. I look forward to all of the videos coming on how to raise rabbits. Thanks you guys for all you do on this channel to show the rest of us the way.

[@lindapeterson7166]

Hi Kevin & Sarah,your channel is always so informative & interesting.The rabbits are adorable!I have learned so much from both of you.👏😊👍

[@angelstebbins8479]

Our cages are coming next week and we’re looking for a source for breeding stock. Thank you for showing ways to shorten our food chain and it not seem overwhelming.

[@jordanmoss738]

Thank you so much for this video and this video series!! I’ve raised rabbits in the past but it has been several years and I’m looking at getting back into it. Your videos were a great reminder of everything! Has someone who has raised livestock in cold climate may I suggest you switch from hay to straw. Hay hold moisture and will freeze in cold temperatures. Straw on the other hand doesn’t hold moisture the same way. Hope this helps!

[@Catzjcool]

The Rabbitry Center here on youtube has an excellent solution for minimizing babies out of the nest. They call them "Kindling Totes" which act more like a natural birthing environment for rabbits and are more protected from the weather. Never tried them myself, but I plan on doing a couple later this year when I start my meat rabbit journey on my new homestead.

[@ja_Iam]

Excellent tutorial Sarah. You are a gem. Have a wonderful weekend. God Bless LTH 🍀🍀🍀

[@jessiehutchinson8901]

I love the unapologetic honesty of this. Absolutely amazing information!!!! Would love to see a dispatch/process video for those who dont know how

[@swianecki]

Bunnies are so cute. Even though I don’t raise rabbits, I enjoy learning all about them.

[@stephaniejoyce6896]

We are just getting back into raising rabbits for meat after trying a few years ago and not having great success (we didn't have good stock or all this amazing information). Looking forward to more in this series. Tell Kevin we'd love more info on raising quails too! Thank you for all the information you guys give out freely!

[@earlshaner4441]

Hi from Syracuse NY everyone thank you for sharing your adventures with rabbits

[@mr.r6722]

I live in upstate NY and have found that winter born kits seem to do best with a 20 watt seed starting heat mat under the cage. I use a crafting cutting mat in between to protect the rabbits from chewing on it or the cord. I do however still find one every now and then that fell out. I do bring them in and set them on a heating pad on medium before they are composted. I'd say 2 out of 5 will be revived and after the two week mark there are rarely losses. 30:03

[@tonyaburnside1037]

This is going to be my go to channel because I just started raising Bunnys like about four days ago. I’m very very very new at this, and I have always loved Bunnys. I’ve taken care of them had them, but never raised them for food.

[@Blunderosa]

Very formative video, Sarah! I raised rabbits about 40 years ago and realized I had forgotten a lot and even learned new info! Thank you and God bless!

[@shelleylee8774]

We are loving this series, Sarah. We have been planning to start our small rabbitry here in MS. We plan on one buck and two does...will be plenty for the two of us. Thank you so much for the excellent and thorough instructions about all phases of the breeding and kindling processes. We will stay tuned!

[@jimmieburleigh9549]

Hello from Wilkinson Co...

[@shelleylee8774]

@@jimmieburleigh9549 Hi neighbor! We are in Lamar Co., about 20 miles west of Hattiesburg!

[@jimmieburleigh9549]

@@shelleylee8774 👍 in my opinion it's not really any harder raise more that way you have a few meat rabbits to sell to locals for a few extra bucks to at least pay for itself if not a little more. But good luck either way guys.

[@RiseFromTheASHes83]

​@@jessicapearson9479did you used to live in Neosho with Will? 🤔

[@BEAdventurePartners]

You are so wonderfully thorough! I have no doubt out little Rosa is gonna do great, and that we will be just fine as her care takers. Thanks for giving us the confidence to do this!

[@kevincoley4662]

I just got my first set of rabbits. This video is so helpful. I appreciate you taking the time to be so comprehensive. I'll be subscribing.

[@maggidull1952]

Sarah, that was a very thorough video on rabbits. Thanks!

[@d454b]

Extremely helpful! Shocked to see one of our does with a mouthful of straw, creating a nest! Didn’t know she was expecting!

[@melissaspake7727]

I handle my babies every single day. My babies by the time they are weaned know my voice and coming running to the door of the grow out cage for treats (grass, dandelions, leaves etc) and ear scratches.

[@LoveSoulyaki]

This is grreat. I have followed the full content. I cant wait to put the information to work. Thank you for the experience and knowledge that you and your husband has given.

[@ArizonaHighDesertHomestead]

Excellent video. Thank you so much for sharing this with us and I hope you have a great day..God bless

[@sewpretty13]

Thanks so much for all the info. It's so good to hear your perspective and even though we have raised rabbits I continue to learn new things. One thing I would like you to comment on is how many grow outs do you put in a cage and how you handle having enough available cages when you need them. We have three does and two bucks.

[@theannioop4139]

I absolutely LOVE your videos! So inspiring, especially when I'm feeling lazy but have a ton of chores. You make me want to get off my butt and get the job done 🤙

[@CopperIslandHomestead]

Thank you! These have been so helpful! I've been really intimidated.

[@GypsyBrokenwings]

I built my nesting box under the cage. It's made out of hardware cloth. I left a lip over one end. I found if it's hot, it's easier to get ventilation. If it's cold I zip tie a card board box under, and if it's super cold I wrap a blanket around it and secure it. This way the rabbits can't access the extra insulation... and it's more like having a hole in the ground for the doe.

[@krystlerees5144]

Love this series! I'd be interested in hearing how you prevent RHD and also your preferred hutch for the rabbits.

[@karlfowler3742]

The timing of this information is perfect. We had our first litter for this spring last night. Thanks for all your hard work and the time you spend sharing information. It is much appreciated.

[@demibrock5267]

make sure your antibiotic ointment ( for nest box eye) doesnt have the " pain relief" in it. Use the original formula ( thats what ive always been told)

[@GeorgiasGarden]

What a great series. You gave incredible information! Thank you.

[@craftingwithjean5599]

Thank you Sarah. This video was very helpful. I’m looking forward to viewing more. Our kits are doing well at 6 weeks. We will begin the separation process in morning. They have all been eating pellets, timothy hay and the occasional grasses or celery as well as drinking water for the last 3-4 weeks.

[@matthewcollier4277]

Hi, I have really enjoyed this series so far. I’m just wondering when you’re going to continue with it. As a new meat rabbit keeper I need all the help I can get including medical issues. Please keep up the great work and complete this series

[@anneo3754]

Thanks for all the good information on raising bunnies. 🐰

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Thanks for sharing with us Sarah, stay safe and be blessed. Fred

[@briankovack9794]

Kevin and Sarah, I have been watching ardently from Southern Ontario, Canada for some time now. I love your Christian animal husbandry ethics, and respect your hard work. We bred dwarf show rabbits for several years, and your information is accurate and comprehensive. The only suggestion I would make is to use clean straw, rather than hay in the nest boxes. Straw is warmer and softer, and when a doe kindles in the cooler times, straw bedding in a wood box can be the difference between live , or dead kits. A metal nest box can be useful when paired with a very protected heating mat. Thank you for sticking to your stated purpose of educating home steaders! I will now get back to watching my maple 🍁 sap boil down into syrup.

[@josepholander4344]

Sarah, Always great information.

[@mrtennessee6862]

Thank you so much for sharing, we are new with rabbits. God bless y'all

[@annetteburns1546]

Wish Sarah was my teacher at school !I may have paid more attention ty guys 🇭🇲

[@Keiths1234]

Thank you so much you're such a blessing to our family Our baby rabbits are ready to move out into their own Grow out pen 2 months ago it was in the single digits yes and she did fine On my messing boxes they have full covers a little door. I put hay on top envelope and in front of the door. It works well for the cold weather here. 😌 I am just getting back into doing this. This was a great help and a great reminder thank you again for blessing us. Have a blessed day

[@TheFamilyFarmstead]

A fantastic wealth of information. Thank you!

[@WesternHeightsHomestead]

Note: I watch your videos over and over, especially on the rabbits. Rodger in Dexter Mo.

[@angelalewis9693]

bought meat rabbits and wasnt expecting to get a pregnant female went to check feed and water this morning and the female had lined the nesting box which was built into the hutch with fur and I thought wait are you pregnant and ran and got hay and sure enough she frantically started craming her mouth full of hay and taking it to the nesting box. so here I am watching your videos to figure out what comes next. thank you for making these videos cause I'm now getting educated on what I need to do to make sure shes taken care of and ensure she has what she needs to be a successful momma.

[@susanstokesbrungard291]

This is so exciting. Thank You! Lv an Prayers to all!

[@prayingitup3297]

Whew! Thank you so much for your help, Sarah! I love how you answer obvious questions as you go along. I just purchased cages and am looking forward to being more independent of the meat supply. Bless you!💕 Serena

[@angiehomeschoolmom3269]

Thank you, Sarah! This was a wonderful series! I look forward to your future videos on this topic! The playlist currently only has 3 and this is the 3rd one.

[@katherineficker2019]

Love your videos! Thank you so much for sharing all this valuable information. My husband and I are hoping to raise rabbits someday and I have learned so much from you guys 😊❤

[@camicri4263]

Awe so cute! Thank you Sarah very informative and in depth! God bless🤗🤗💛🤗🤗

[@johnlord8337]

Great detailed and informed presentation.

[@mycharity4kids]

I love bunnies. My bunny named Woody has 1 month old kits. And she gave birth to her 2nd litter of 10 newborn kits.

[@WhiskeyTangoFarms]

I can’t believe I missed this one! I was wondering when you were going to show babies! So cute!!

[@z144000]

Thank you dear Sister Sarah. God Bless you all in Love. ( shared to f/b )

[@cindythompson1709]

I’m thinking on getting rabbits for meat and poop for gardening. This will be my first time on raising rabbits. Your videos have been very helpful and full of information. Thank you for your time😊.

[@lisamay5600]

My first time breeding here, love your videos very informative and can't wait to see how it goes. Thank you!

[@MrVjay70]

Loving the series!!! Thank you Sarah, great information!!!!

[@hereholdthiswillya]

Shes giving it the goldilocks treatment 😆 Thanks for the heads up about the fur pulling. That would definitely freak me out if I wasn't expecting it

[@southernwanderer7912]

Brilliant teaching video. It's chock full of information for anyone wanting to breed rabbits. I learned a lot.

[@garyb4929]

Thanks Sarah, for a wonderfully detailed video on rabbits. I don't raise rabbits; but, as the saying goes: Never Say Never".as to me getting into rabbits. I mostly watch You'll & Chris @Slightly Redneck, when theres talk on rabbits. Have Blessed day.

[@stevehoover16]

Thank you Sarah

[@tinawatrous9295]

Sarah, I just wanted you to know that you and Kevin was the reason I got into raising rabbits for meat! I have learned SO much from you and anytime I have ever had a question about anything bunny related (nest box eye, processing, recipes etc...) I ALWAYS refer back to your channel. :) I am wondering why you switched over from Silver Fox to New Zealands though... Not that it really matters, I love my Silver Fox and will continue to raise them but I was just curious. :) Thank you so much!

[@cathleencaratan3373]

Their daughter Samantha is raising the New Zealand’s. They are still raising the Silver Fox.

[@tinawatrous9295]

@@cathleencaratan3373 oh...:) ok. I just always see the NZ in the rabbitry videos.

[@rhondaborders3452]

I think they got out of the silver fox. I don't remember why.

[@dayneholt4149]

My best recollection was they sold the silver foxes when they down sized their herd. Once they decided to increase the herd size again because they had New Zealands they went with them.

[@pandrews45]

Oh my! This kindling box is much too big... And this kindling box is way to small... But this one is juu-ust right. I love your videos. ALL of them. My brain just kept imagining a young doe tossing her curly golden-hair as she searched for the perfect just right kindling box. ~grin~ Totally enjoyed your session today.

[@jupekai4601]

I use a thin layer of shavings in the bottom and then soft barley straw in my nesting boxes as straw is a much better insulator than hay.

[@dhansonranch]

That was a very informative video! Bravo!! Thank you. Take care, keep smiling and God Bless!

[@deepaschall7206]

I didn’t want the video to end it was so interesting even though I’ll probably never have bunnies 😀👍🏻

[@cokers4life]

The first time I found baby wild rabbits they were buried in a pot. I saw a neat video from Asia where their does nest in a plot of dirt. They actually bury their kits and unbury them when they feed them. So I decided to fill large boxes of dirt mixed with pine shavings to see if this provides a cleaner and happier home. My does aren't caged and I haven't had a doe be very successful. We've had one litter this season and they were under the cage in the ground. The rest haven't survived and my dirt is like the rock. so hopefully the soft soil I got will help them.

[@idahohoosier8989]

Wow, so much y'all have to know. Blessings, julie

[@irenesgardenandmore]

🌼🌺👍🏼 Great material 😘👍🏼🌸 I want to congratulate you Sarah , on your delivery 👍🏼😘 of the content 🌻🌽🌷 I have been with you from the start🌻🍎🌸😘 since the girls were so young,,, and your delivery of content is so super !!!!!!😘😘👍🏼👍🏼😘👍🏼

[@twohomesteads6512]

What an excellent idea for slowly removing the kits. Wonderful suggestion Shannon.

[@tiffyshell24]

I really enjoy how informative your videos are!!

[@Forest_Actual]

Very thorough tutorial! Thank you!

[@lindafranke8143]

Sarah you did a great job explaining - we have been raising rabbits for 25 years. My son is a licensed judge for ARBA shows. I would much rather raise a litter in the winter than in the summer - which is hard on a rabbit that even not pregnant. Heat stroke is common with rabbits in the summer.