Meat Rabbits - A Beginner's Guide | SETUP & SUPPLIES you need to get started!

[@SoniKwolf1498]

Yes, please do a medical supply video. Medication for rabbits is a rare topic on KZbin, and often the internet as a whole. Your videos are always so educational.

[@conniepitts8392]

I agree....we need more information on such things.....most of us are animal people and have relationships with vet's....and are able to get the meds we need if we know what people use..

[@OMH412]

My argument for the hay debate is that as a veterinary professional, one of the things I learned is that the small animals like rabbits have very fast metabolisms and need constant access to something they can chew and eat. This keeps the gut moving and helps their biome thrive. It also helps them be stable for stressful events like surgery. Obviously we can't do straight pellets free fed for full-grown dry adults, so things like hay and wood shavings work well as a low calorie, low cost way to achieve this goal. Love that you brought up the survive vs. thrive mentality!

[@TealStoneHomestead]

Very well stated!

[@conniepitts8392]

I tend to think rabbits are close to horses in their eating behavior...80 percent roughage to 20 percent concentrate ....and they don't do well at diet changes..... abruptly.....

[@EmbracethechaosPortugal]

Yes plz on med supplies

[@kirstengriffith7221]

As a “veterinary professional” the fact that you are giving this person advice is despicable. Rot.

[@olive_eq08]

@@kirstengriffith7221 ??

[@2009ranger1]

I’d love to see a Med supply video! AND a tour again of all the rabbits currently have and their names! It’s been a while 🥰

[@krystenreimann6302]

yes please do a medical or other supply video! Love how you share - thank you!

[@juleswins3]

Where “How-to” books go to die!😆Great vid! This should be required viewing for anyone wanting to get into rabbits.

[@TealStoneHomestead]

lol! I love my homesteading books too! 😆

[@patrickdockendorf6332]

Excellent video! You are such a natural at teaching! Very practical advice and I really appreciate your explanations! Thank You!

[@Dale_Coop]

A farmer who farms for meat, my golden rule is treat the animals with the most respect you can give them. After all, you are sacrificing their life for your own gain. Just treat them better.

[@fofocryme2622]

meat is a meat....you talking as if you don't eat fish.

[@miladnourisimani1156]

so what could she do? plants are also living and as you eat them you put an end to ones life. I appreciate this lady. she is brave enough to face the paradox you are living with

[@Susan-l3r]

How about not killing these lovely creatures in the first place

[@billdenton530]

This is super! I am from Mobile AL.. and I like rabbits. Some day soon I hope to start a small rabbitry like yours but small.

[@abbeylongacre1096]

I was so excited to see this was your video topic this week! I am still in my research phase, and your videos are always so informative. I can't wait to start with meat rabbits. You give me confidence I can do this for my family. The medical supply video would be a great topic for a video. Thank you!!

[@frankichel6956]

Why are meds required?

[@justinekeesee6495]

Thanks for the video! Just wanted to let you know your eyes are looking so bright and blue today!!!

[@ArtByKarenEHaley]

I love this video! I especially love the wooden stacker system you have. I have been OBSESSING over the rabbit adventure I want to start. I have been running hypothetical numbers, thinking about how I could lay out a rabbit set up, and what it would cost to start up. I am like you, in a way. My sister and I raised dutch and mini rex rabbits up until the time I graduated high school. We would sell big bags of droppings for $10 (in the 2000s that was a prerty good price) I would make a starter wire cages that could be attached to four T posts, and we would sell rabbits with the cages as a bundle. My dad would make the dropping trays. It was a pretty fun business for a teen! I quit when I started dating my now husband but we are looking in to meat and showmanship rabbits again, now that our son is in 4-h and our daughter will be in cloverbuds next year.

[@MarieObscured]

Perfect timing! We just purchased a trio of Americans and they arrive at the end of the month. We have been studing so many rabbit videos but having all the information in one place in a new video helps tremendously!

[@kimberleyfrie2515]

Great video. I appreciate seeing your setup and would be very interested in a med supply video.

[@ijeomamusuanyanwu]

Thanks Tiffany, this is very helpful. You make breeding rabbits so beautiful and interesting. My children and I have learnt a lot from your videos. We just had a new litter this morning...🥰

[@rexrock78]

Yes Tiffany please do your medical supplies video it would be so much information I would really like to have ty

[@joshlarue2863]

Coming in with all the good advice !! ❤

[@Randommeemes]

Tiffany your videos are literally the best please don't ever quit you helped me butcher my first rabbit and breed my first rabbits and tattoo my first rabbits I show California's and overall you have help me so much when it comes to meat pen and overall everything

[@kirstengriffith7221]

You’re an animal abuser.

[@McNallyFamilyRabbitry]

Always great content. We have learned a lot from your videos

[@Mansahx]

I just got and setup about 3 weeks ago, gravity bowl water-ers… it’s allot to swap out water daily. This makes life super easy. I just tip over the bowl after using a brush to clean it to flush it out. They are 1 gallon GWF’s and last a good 7 days. I just keep there hay bowl full. Easier to manage

[@anthonyrstrawbridge]

As a young boy I experienced the aggressiveness of fighting bucks. The powerful jaws and teeth are large and sharp, the legs are strong and powerful with cutting sharp claws, and they are fearless fighters. I got knocked down and mauled badly enough with a trip to the emergency room for stitches and I have mighty big battle scars.

[@sagesinkingrun]

this is poetry!

[@moonmama2481]

Thank you for this! Would love to see your med kit for rabbits as well!

[@TeresaSauza-nb7di]

I loved this video!!!! Really helps. A med supply video would be great!! Thanks for making these videos every week. Best videos out there on rabbits!!! We are getting creme d argent rabbits this year!!

[@TealStoneHomestead]

Woohoo!! Congrats!!

[@blissfullyinsane]

Im finally all cought up with your videos cant wait for future content

[@accastillocnm]

Thank you for another awesome video ! Please post about the meds you keep on hand for your rabbitry.

[@toohype5425]

I would love to see the med supply video. I will be doing meat rabbits and possibly pet rabbits. Thanks!

[@mel41138]

Today I found your channel. It's been a blessing! I just started with 2 but I plan to grow and this video has been very educational. Yea please make a video about medication! God bless 😊😊😊

[@jennasosa7740]

Sooooo excited and happy you've made this video! THANK YOU SO MUCH on behalf of all the "wanna be homesteaders"!!!! 🫶🏼

[@bransonxsammeh]

Tiffany! Thank you so much! This is so informative. I would LOVE to learn about your med supplies for your rabbitry.

[@hailedwhistle]

Awesome video!! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and insights!!! Looking forward to seeing more videos!!!stay safe !! Stay blessed!!!

[@sundrenched53]

Great information! Thank you for sharing!

[@Randommeemes]

If you could make a pelt video it would be extremely helpful im trying to learn how to do pelts but i think you would make the most detailed video

[@TealStoneHomestead]

Working on it for this year 🙂

[@Randommeemes]

​@@TealStoneHomesteadthanks Tiffany ❤

[@TamyXx]

A bit off topic, can you make a update video of veela & ringo?

[@TealStoneHomestead]

I’m sure you will set updates on them in the future! 🙂

[@stevenlivingston2511]

Would love to see what you do for different ailments.

[@alext6111]

Yes please do a medical supply video! We just started our rabbitry in January and are already dealing with ear mites and nest box eye. I would love some suggestions for medical supplies!

[@wellhill4017]

im so glad you postedd! Ive been subbed to you for a long timeeee!! I love your videossss

[@ReadySetHomesteadUSA]

About to start rabbits…binging your videos 😂

[@SyedSyed-q4p]

Hi i have watched most of your videos and i am really very inspired. I have also brought my first pair of rabbits. I have a lot to say and appreciate you but that would make this comment too long, truly you are the most inspiring women i follow. I have a question , Many of my friends said rabbit urine smells a lot, i don't have a seperate barn . my rabbit hutch is in my back yard under a shed which is not so far from my parents room, i am afraid if it strats to smell, i may have to get rid of them. I just want to know how does it goes in your barn, does it smell or not, if not how do you get rid of the smell? Please reply, ( only an experienced person can guide me through this problem ig)

[@2gpowell]

Very helpful. I will be reading up on your blog and watching more of your videos on the topic. Thanks!

[@LaciCurtis]

Thank you for sharing! How often do you clean the cages (disinfecting)? And do you dry them off with a towel or just let them air dry?

[@joeinge4808]

a med supplies video would be great. Thanks for doing an excellent job!

[@diannbenafield8854]

Just found your site. Love it! I am a 4H Rabbit project leader, and I'm always looking for sites that explain how to... in a way that young kids can understand. Not only are your recommendations spot on, but they are great for first-time breeding/show rabbits. I look forward to reviewing other videos from you. I'm in California, so my weather is a little different, but we adapt. Ty

[@aaronrutschman6766]

Please do make a med supply video! I have been following you since last summer, I still don't have meat rabbits, but you are slowly convincing me to think twice about creme d'argents!

[@DarraghQuinn-d8o]

That's about the best cage setup I've seen. You do everything really well for them. Well thought out.

[@rabbitchickencow2451]

I made the nest boxes love them . your videos are always helpful thanks.God Bless you and your family.

[@richardyeoh2327]

Love your videos. They are just sp fun to watch and very informative too. Im always curious how you train your rabbits to like being carried as my Neatherland Dwarfs hates it when I try to carry them.

[@TreyBaker]

I've been watching your videos and have learned so much. Just got my first trio consisting of a Red New Zealand buck and two Red New Zealand / Champagne D'argent does. Built a hutch system very similar to your original and will be making grow-out tractors similar to yours this fall when I start breeding them. Thank you for the wealth of information and the great-quality videos!

[@joannc147]

I’ve had rabbits for two years - I find you provide LOTS of useful information! I appreciate your efforts to educate us. Agree with comments that you are a natural at teaching. I applaud your manner of keeping the rabbits - clean, safe and in a protected environment. Many rabbitries seem to be open to wind, rain and predators. I knew mine were safe when a pack of coyotes came by - bunnies are caged, 4’ off the ground and locked inside a predator-proof screened chicken run. I need to find more info on mntc. That bunny fur leaves the cages & sticks to the hardware cloth screens of the chicken run, ugh. I wonder if a wet-dry vacuum is the way to suck that mess outta there? Thank you for the inspiration of your video. I’m motivated!

[@BlessedBeesHomestead2019]

Yes to the med supply video!!!

[@Akavajian]

Yes to the meds video!! Thanks for all that you do... your page has been very helpful as I begin my journey into raising meat rabbits.

[@CottontailCorner]

Great video! ❤ I have 3 New Zealand rabbits looking forward to future generations 😊

[@cateward7043]

I loved this video! This is so helpful!!!! I wish I had seen this before I started!

[@JasmineWorkman-bd8zo]

I personally really like to use stainless steel dog bowls as feed bowls! The rabbits can’t chew them like with plastic bowls and they stay pretty clean and don’t harbor bacteria as much!

[@seth5212]

Rabbit medicine video would be great!!

[@christacampo4332]

Agree! Would love to see that!

[@rebeccaohler1893]

I have a NewZealand red hair for a pet, and your videos have helped me with taking proper care for him. I could never imagine eating him tho. 11:38 Or any rabbit for that matter. But it’s nice that you help others with that too.

[@jesseherbert2585]

A medical tips and setup video would be great. My wife's grandfather raised rabbits in France theough WWII, and I wonder what plants and natural remedies he employed. He raised them for decades afterwards, but sadly I was not interested in such topics back when I could have asked him. Great video, you obviously have a wealth of knowledge and experience!

[@danelam2991]

Thank you for this video, my wife and I are buying our first meat rabbits today, and this has been very helpful. We will probably be basing our entire process for raising them off of your videos, so thank u so much. Good looking rabbits ya got there 😊

[@josephrosser4609]

Greetings from Kansas, OK. I always enjoy your videos. They are very informative for me, a new meat rabbit breeder. I have a silver Fox doe and have raised her from birth. Josey is 1 yr 3 mo. I bred her on 9/28. At day 25, I put her nest box in and set it up based on your instruction. She immediately began hay stashing and building her nest. That was very hopeful. Today is the beginning of day 33. No kits yet and no fur pulling. Have you experienced this behavior from a first time mom? How many days more should I give her? Looking forward to your suggestions. Thanks again for your great instruction.

[@lifethehardwayNC]

I was wondering if you could follow up your thought on why you like to hold onto your crème d’argent babies as long as 20 weeks. You mentioned that they’re rare and you like to grow them out as long as possible as such- do you mean before you harvest for fur or so you have more time to find a buyer?

[@georgebidance1399]

Thank you. We start our raising today.

[@RahonaStream]

I would love to see a video on rabbit medical supplies!

[@richhansen7814]

I would be love to see a video on medication that you use for your rabbits!

[@77gmcnut]

Tiffany, I'm grateful to have stumbled onto your channel. I'm still doing my due diligence in raising rabbits for meat. This is the first video of yours that I've watched and you packed it with great information. I wish you continued success with your homestead and channel.

[@rjreliv]

Great video! Looking forward to learning more

[@MsJk5]

I’d love to hear what you have on hand for meds!

[@BSmith-yp7fz]

Yes I would like to know more about doctoring your rabbits thanks

[@Featheryardfarm]

Hello!! Thank you so much for posting this, it helps a lot! You responded to my question on another video about what good veggies you can grow for rabbits as an alternative to pellets...i really appreciate it!! Is there a way to buy rabbits that you sell? I would love to buy a creme d'argent doe breeder 🙂...oh, and you should definitely do a video on med supplies 😊...thank you so much! God bless!! ❤

[@TealStoneHomestead]

Hey there! Sales are hard for me because I have so many inquiries and not a lot of rabbits available most of the time 😅 you should come to Creme d’Argent nationals next month, or ARBA convention in Louisville, KY in October. That would be the best place to network with breeders 😊

[@Featheryardfarm]

@@TealStoneHomesteadI completely get it, that makes a lot of sense...that's awesome!! Thank you so much I will definitely look into it 😊

[@Featheryardfarm]

Will you be at either of them? That would literally be the coolest thing to meet you 😁...sorry if that's creepy lol...you are literally my favorite channel ever 😅

[@gretelz3541]

The Netherland cross bunnies need a video all their own 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@TealStoneHomestead]

They have a couple! I need to do an update video 😊

[@reapergrim76]

This is great stuff! 👍🏻 😊

[@WesternHeightsHomestead]

I really like your nest boxes, matter fact I googled rabbit nesting box and it gave me your video. I made 4 of them and I need to replace them soon. The reason a like your nesting boxes you don’t need chew toys.

[@joetaylorchristmastree2866]

Nice videos i like ti your new video keep up the good work make more new videos 🤗😍🤗

[@joetaylorchristmastree2866]

Your welcome 🤗

[@maddie6958]

i love these vid there so helpfull!!

[@AnimeGamerCreater]

for anyone wondering(if this isnt adressed in the video already) the food is heinold feeds family formula

[@christacampo4332]

Hi Tiffany! Thanks so much for the info! I'm really struggling on deciding a manure management setup. I'm really surprised you said you only have to empty your Trays every 3-4 weeks! Do you do anything to control odor/flies? Or does rabbit manure not have that issue?

[@Retic1]

Would definitely enjoy seeing what you keep on had for med supplies.

[@breef.5327]

At 18:55 you show a doe using a little doorway. I'd love to see how you safely made it. I'm certain I'm 100% overthinking it, but cutting my cages makes me nervous! Plus I'd like one I could close off when needed. As for the subject of hay, I don't think loose hay would work for me. How do you feel about hay cubes?

[@N-A-H-I-R]

Hay cubes don't provide the same fiber content and enrichment. They also tend to be more expensive. Lose hay is definetly the way to go!

[@jeffreyofthelyon.2843]

Have you considered making your own feed pellets? What are your thoughts?

[@kennethweaver8148]

This might seem a little novice sounding but I'm still having trouble holding my rabbits properly. I have 2 mini rexes and no matter what I do they're always floppy around like a fish trying to unalive themselves. Any helpful advice would be amazing! Thank you! 😅

[@TealStoneHomestead]

For rabbits that are uncomfortable being held, I do the “football” hold with them. Both feet supported in my arms and head tucked under my arm so they can’t see anything. This helps them calm down and feel supported.

[@rachellestringer]

I've been using milk jugs to water, and somehow i ALWAYS get my shoes wet!!! 😂 i need that watering can FOR SURE.

[@sarahmatthews5878]

I know this is off topic, but I was wondering if you ever thought about breeding the crenes to a white angora for long silvery pelts? Wonder if that would cause you to have broken colors?

[@MozelleP2V]

I've been learning from you for years and really appreciate your channel! I have been looking for a video by you on how to tan rabbit hides and can't seem to find one. Would you consider doing a video on this?

[@madelinerivera1906]

Hello the pellets you put on the trays can they be used together with the manure for fertilizer?

[@TealStoneHomestead]

Yes!

[@Sarahtalbert17]

@tealstonehomestead what do you do for the heat of summer in keeping them cooled down enough? I realize state to state is different but just overall 😊 Any tips would be great!!

[@NancyTuuk-vq8lx]

Do you find hay that is organic? I'm not sure what to look for.

[@N-A-H-I-R]

It being organic doesn't really matter, honestly. As long as it's just hay and it's the right type of hay, you shouldn't have any issues.

[@NadesikoRose]

What about using Rabbit Trackers or something similar to keep your rabbit in during the warmer months and a cage set up for the winter months. I live in New Brunswick, Canada…so the winters up here can get pretty harsh

[@rockymountainhomesteadangela]

Im about to switch from New Zealand/Californians to Silver Fox. My question is, is it better to start with the trio, a buck and two does OR two bucks and two does?

[@luisaquino8646]

Thank you for the amazing video!!! I'm doing research before I start doing meat rabbits and this video was super helpful. I'm a new follower to your channel, once again thank you.

[@shannastoltzfus2316]

Could you do a video on different foods to feed rabbits? I did see your superfood mix, but would like to know what greens, veggies, etc, and the nutritional value behind it like you did with the treats. I see a lot of mixed answers online about feeding kale and stuff and would like to hear your opinion since you have been raising them so long, and they seem natural and healthy. Thanks. 😊

[@s4ta440]

Yes!! Thank you💜

[@tommongo2292]

Thank you Tiffany for sharing your knowledge and experience raising rabbits. Are your champagne d’Argent bunnies for sale and do you ship to different state?

[@TealStoneHomestead]

My rabbits are Creme d’Argent, not champagne 🙂 I don’t sell my rabbits publicly, I’m sorry!

[@sounditout34]

Thank-you for this video. I may have missed it bc my kids kept distracting me but what do you put in the nesting boxes for the does to nest in??

[@TealStoneHomestead]

Pine shavings and/or hay or straw 🙂

[@Juancarlo4342]

Great video

[@robertkachur6073]

Awesome Video!!! I just got into meat rabbits, Beveren. This video is just what i needed. Thanks

[@drumhead120]

I built your hutch but haven’t purchased rabbits yet. Thanks you! I want to cross silver fox and something to make a beautiful meat rabbit that would sell as good pets too. What would you suggest? I want 2 bucks and 3 does. Thought about 1 buck SF 1 and 1 champ Dargent,,and 1 doe each of SF, champ dargent and maybe a NZ. Advice welcome but plz no trolls.

[@stephaniemillman6861]

Thank you for your video very helpful. And I would love a video on medication to have on hand herbal and pharmaceutical. 😊

[@JaniceFowlerAKA-Doxallo]

Might be good to add a note about the "j" feeders..... I'm presuming you need to cut a hole in the cage to place them?

[@HeilkunstHealthClinic]

URGENT QUESTION: in your grow out hutches are you leaving all young rabbits together till 12-16 weeks? are they not starting to in-breed again amongst themselves? I thought one has to separate the doe's from the bucks at around 8-10 weeks?

[@TealStoneHomestead]

In the last 4 years, I have routinely left growouts together until 12-16 weeks old. I have never had a sibling breeding take place *knock on wood* That being said… yes, it can and does happen. This is something that I choose to do knowing the risk.

[@Dr.Schmondo]

Hey Tiffany, which breed do you use?

[@tianarhastings8372]

Creme de Argents I know you’re asking Tiffany but with older videos I don’t think she comments and right now she’s been taking a break from KZbin ☺️

[@DPW13]

Yes please share your med kit for the rabbits!! I have a "go kit" for our goats/pregnant does. Im new to rabbits and would love to learn more!

[@Mansahx]

Do folks in the rabbit space consider TAMUKS & New Zealand the same? Because I have both and don’t see much if any different other than weight maybe…? Thanks

[@TealStoneHomestead]

No, New Zealand rabbits are an ARBA recognized breed, and should be bred pure. TAMUKS are a composite breed that are the result of crossbreeding 7 different rabbit breeds. TAMUKS are not recognized by ARBA.

[@joeymanning991]

so do you recommend this set up for meat birds or the rabbit hutch idea