RABBIT NESTING BOX FOR DAY 10

[@stacyclark5910]

Bobby… you are very kind & very likable! You explain things well, people know that you treat your animals well. And doggone it, people like you! 😜 😂🤣…and they like to hear & see the humility & transparency in you… very rare!

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Great SNL skit. Thank you for the kind words and Deep thoughts by jack handy.

[@stacyclark5910]

😂🤣😂

[@stacyclark5910]

Btw, especially the Jack Handy skit with Micheal Jordan!🤣

[@veronicafreeseha8544]

My husband and I love watching your videos! We have been raising rabbits, chickens, quail and have a garden inside our very small yard. We are finally buying a house in the mountains with an acre of land!! We are so excited to copy cat your tote idea!! Thank you for all your videos you are so encouraging!

[@doriscox8230]

Thank you Bobby for all of your knowledge I am a new rabbit owner this year. I love your videos they are awesome. Very nice to find meet your wife. I was really needing some help on the nest boxes thank you so much for sharing all of your wonderful information.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

You’re very welcome. I’m so glad you enjoy the videos. Please let me know if you need anything.

[@ReadySetHomestead]

Thank you so much for sharing this design. We just got 4 rabbits and 2 of our does are pregnant. With cold weather coming, we've been looking for a nesting box design to keep them safe.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

To clarify, this is a nesting box for our kindling tote system. If you’re not using that system, I recommend a traditional nesting box.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Thank you so much for watching, Best of luck with your litters. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you.

[@ReadySetHomestead]

@therabbitrycenter thank you for clarifying that! We do plant on doing the tote system in the spring. Brilliant design!

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

@@ReadySetHomestead No Problem. Best of luck with your build.

[@robinwilliams1253]

I really appreciate your instructions. I've been growing rabbits now for a year. I haven't done the totes in the ground yet. I'm in Texas and it's hot in the summer, I night try that. Again, thanks.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I’m so glad you like the videos. You’re probably right about installing a tote. That Texas heat is must get pretty bad. How hot does it get?

[@deneallh6491]

Love this nesting box.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

So glad you like it!

[@billfournier1043]

Thanks for the update!

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

You're very welcome!

[@donaldpatterson4799]

Thanks for another great video! You have helped me so much I have kits ready to use your ideas here. I will be building both on my days off. Thanks again for all you do

[@glennw526]

I like your video very much

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

That means a lot thanks for watching!

[@ewangemiriam4669]

Thanks for this amazing video. Gid bless your business and please keep sharing. I will soon be starting my rabbit farm and your channel is truly amazing.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Thanks so much for that good luck with your future rabbitry

[@zainudinaja3194]

Thank you for this vidio

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

You're very welcome!

[@batpherlangkharkrang7976]

Hi..... thank you 🎥👍👍👍

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Welcome 👍

[@AmericanAdventuresTJ]

We are brand new to rabbits and I just found your channel. I love the tote idea, but we live in Northern New England and I am not sure how they would fair in our winters. I built a shed to put cages in, we call it the bunny bunker. You can see it on our channel. Your videos are great, I will be going back through them some more!

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Welcome to the channel. Thanks for commenting and watching

[@macmillanKai]

It's good work.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Thanks for sharing!

[@eazynelly9785]

This is helpful thank you!

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

you’re very welcome!

[@sharicornes7581]

I'll be making both of these two nesting boxes. Thank you so much!!! I homesteaded in Bozeman Montand and did much of this on my own as a female as my husband had zero interest. I had rabbits, goats, a cow, etc. I am in interior designer so eventually had to move to downtown Chicago for my business, but after 20 years, it is now time to move into the woods again. Do you have any states you recommend? I can't do Montana again, as I want to be near a water source. I feel water will be critical in the coming years and I need it for gardening etc. Also, glad to hear you have an Amazon store, I'll shop from it often. Also never feel like your information is 100% crucial to us who are learning from your hard earned knowledge. I hope everyone sends you some financial support. I thank you and I appreciate your teaching and getting to the point without a l lot of jokes, antidotes and rabbit trails. No pun intended. Shari

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Thank you for taking the time to share and write your comment. Thank you for watching!

[@koraktheape]

Always appreciate your videos, great content and care for the rabbits!

[@MaryGatdula]

Thanks for another great and helpful video, Bobby. I still don't have rabbits yet, but I will one day. So I am learning and relearning all I can until then. I will be ready when the time comes, but I know I will never stop learning how to better care for them until the faithful day they go to freezer camp. Thanks for all you do!

[@AManofSpirit]

Well, you got them going yet?

[@MaryGatdula]

@@AManofSpirit No. I could never find a breeder near me, and then I ended up living in an apartment. So, another dream gone up in smoke.

[@juliemaia5220]

Thanks for the advice!!

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

You’re so welcome Thanks for watching

[@edlowe3026]

Love your posts Bobby. I learn a lot from you, keep up the great work. Quick question - why do you need a nesting box when you have those amazing kindling totes?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

We don’t need nesting boxes unless all our kindling totes are taken. Once the kits are 10 days old we remove them to a seperate cage with mama. we’ll use a nesting box for about another week to give the litter a place to cluster. This helps the rabbits stay comfortable and contained for easy inspection for the next 4 weeks until we start weaning them. thanks for asking!

[@pobo6113]

Thanks for your video. I love your ideas. 👍🏻

[@Darellbefree]

It would be nice to list out the materials and equipment needed to build the nest boxes. Also the types and cuts of wood required

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

You bet a lot of info is listed in the captions but here’s a little more. Nesting box is 1x10 common board 1/2”x1” 16 gauge cage wire Circular saw, jig saw, nail gun Check out this list HUTCHES CAGES from The Rabbitry Center www.amazon.com/shop/therabbitrycenter?listId=1JX4S4TJ49ZOR&ref=cm_sw_sm_r_inf_list_pub_therabbitrycenter__mw_k7skUqN7X6VZo Hide box 1x10 common board 1x6 common board Cut measurements are on the video Any more questions please feel free to ask Thanks Check out this list TOOLS WE LOVE USE from The Rabbitry Center www.amazon.com/shop/therabbitrycenter?listId=2SZBCJ7MZW7B4&ref=cm_sw_sm_r_inf_list_pub_therabbitrycenter__mw_cJNJ1XoHgaN3q

[@johnthomas5806]

adding information before I start a colony in the Philippines....

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Best of luck with your future Rabbitry

[@saltlifegull4091]

Awesome! Learn so much and appreciate your efforts. ADVICE? Had first litter of 9 which are a month old now; suddenly two have died a day apart. What could I be doing wrong? I do feed them a bunch of cabbage. One started having a seizure then died. Help Rabbitry!

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

stick to pellet hay and water. The cabbage can cause bloat. If you want to give them a treat feed them whole oats or rolled oats. This will help.

[@francisakamoh5024]

You are so supper amazing. Great videos. Keep going

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

thank you so much!

[@patchofheavenhomestead8793]

I really like the way you made the rabbit cages on the ground with the tote nest boxes. Can you please make a video on how you build those cages?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

THis is a 3 part series music isn't the best I'd turn it down if you have to. THanks for watching. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYbSgImprNejgtU

[@KC-ji5uc]

great content, where i am there is not freezing but the little bunnies' get killed by mother stepping on them. i made the cages bigger and also the nesting box bigger. but they still got killed and 2 of the rabbits are unable to walk. any advice.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I'm sorry to hear that. I'd re-breed mom and give her another chance see if things turn around. Sounds like you made a spacious cage and nesting box. Your nesting box should allow a couple inches of clearance on each side that should suffice your cages should be no less than .5 ft.² per pound of rabbit. 5sqft

[@kevinbrown673]

I like the concept of the nest box but why do you put the wire in the bottom if you put paper with pine shavings and hay? I understood it's there to let pee and poop go through but that's not going to happen with all the other stuff in the box. So I was just wondering why bother with the wire.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

If you don't have the wire all the bacteria collects in the bottom of the box. With a cage floor the shavings soften the paper, the paper gets torn to small bits, it all falls through after about 4-5 days and by then you want a clean nest anyway so at that point you simply make a new nest with paper shavings and straw. All the paper does is buy you some time. Without it the shaving and hay are gone the next day. At four weeks I remove the box and put in a small hide. Mama can get away and close down the milk bar when she wants.

[@epicindian4338]

Thanks for sharing I love your videos I made the totes that you use and they work amazing and I don’t take em out of the tote actually I just leave em in there until I sell them at usually 5-6 weeks but usually until I deem them ready I just wanted to say thank you for sharing your videos I’ve stopped breeding until February to let my females get a break but will be breeding more does soon than just the two I have now just wanted to leave a comment about my rabbity and how you’ve helped keep making videos and don’t listen to the haters

[@mudcreekhomestead9275]

Had my first litter of kits I just early December. The mother would not keep straw in the nesting box did not insulate the nesting box in any way. And the kits died. Do you have any advice in this situation was her first litter.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I'm sorry to here that. We use kindling totes for cold and hot months of the year to limit our losses kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqTYmHuHrc56iKM First time mamas kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJm2lpt5p9eeipI

[@kathrynmagoon5204]

Can I get some clarification please? So if you are not using the tote system, do you use the nest box with the short lip from the get-go? So she kindles in it? Or do you have her kindle in a box more enclosed, and then move them to the one with the short lip after a week or two? Thank you

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I wouldn’t use this nesting box before your rabbits reach 14 days old Use a traditional nesting box like the one below amzn.to/35LcbMG You can also simply turn your nesting box on its side once the rabbits start hopping out of the nesting box This video shares more kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJeXh4qdbqiGZqM

[@salvatorelivreri]

Always enjoy your videos. If kindling totes (and the associated ramp) are not a possibility in my situation, what nesting box do you recommend? The one in this video with the low lip?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Nesting boxes still work. By surrounding your nesting box with straw and installing hardware cloth around the lower walls of your cage that will help greatly. The majority of your kits should be fine. If you can build drop down cages that might be a a better option too.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I wouldn’t recommend this nesting box for new born rabbits because they’re blind for the first 10 days and will get pulled out of the cluster. This nesting box is for 14 days and older

[@salvatorelivreri]

@@TheRabbitryCenter thanks for the guidance. So you think a nesting box with a higher lip would keep them from getting dragged out while nursing? We have not had our first litter yet, but will probably have one in January. Also, if you line the nest box with paper, won't that hold urine and feces in? Sorry if this is such an obvious question. And you should think about Patreon for monthly recurring donations to your channel!

[@TwoHams]

All of my bunnies have been jumping out of the nest at 14 days. They opened their eyes and keep trying to chase momma around. Should I swap to this as soon as I can't keep them in?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Yes swap it out they're ready!

[@davidseydel3155]

I have found your videos extremely helpful! Thank you! I was wondering, why not just attach the screen to the bottom of the box as opposed to having a lip on the inside? Wouldn't this help to prevent urine and feces buildup?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

The kits are so small- there’s very little urine and feces and it gets swapped out with fresh shavings and straw at 14 days old and then removed 1-2weeks later.

[@katrenabuell2457]

Good evening Bobby, I breed my rabbits for the first time today. Had good fall off so hopefully I have babies soon. The nesting box you just shown with the very shallow side. Is that to be used from birth on or only when they get bigger? Thanks for your input. Have a wonderful day

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

That nesting box is for kids 14 days or older I use this nesting box www.amazon.com/Wood-Nest-Boxes-Solid-Bottom/dp/B06WD6PCTK/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?crid=2FSCLR3BB85O5&keywords=large+rabbit+nesting+box&qid=1646068541&sprefix=large+rabbit+nesting+box%2Caps%2C240&sr=8-5#

[@barbioliver4542]

How did you determine how long to make the ramp to the kindling tote? Is there an angle. For the ramp? Also how big should the totes be?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

30 gallon tote-use a 10' 2x6 with a hutch 40" to the bottom

[@dukiepile]

I really like your channel !!!

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I'm so glad you like it thanks for watching and be sure to leave a comment if your looking for a certain video I'll track it down for you or make it. Thanks

[@TwinFlameAcres]

Ok you’ve had these now for 3 years right? How are they working now?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I still use them on day 14

[@mukelin]

Three years later am learning from you..

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@jenniferskaggs3553]

How can poop fall through if you place paper in there under the wood chips and straw?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

The paper is for insulation to keep the kits warm it only last a few days and then everything will get pushed through. We do not use paper or straw in hot temperatures.

[@christysmith5211]

i have a new mom. She had 11 kits. One disappeared??? now she is trying to tip the box over. we are using a litter box, we couldn’t find a wooden box. We have had to force her to nurse the runts . which has pissed her off at me. could this be why? would she of ate the missing one? she would of had to any idea what happened? thank you

[@roninkegawa1804]

There is even a better way. Have the mother in a cage with a foot of dirt in it. She will dig and keep her babies underground.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Tractor hutches and colony setups will trigger a rabbits survival instinct to bury her litter. You may like this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWeQe2eKjJxljLs

[@whitefilly8802]

Can someone clarify for me; Is this box to be used AFTER 2 weeks of age? Or straight away at kindling time? Thanks! Note* I do not have nesting totes. To be fair Bobby, not everyone has the space to do something like that. lol Is this box appropriate for freshly kindled kits do you think?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

After I use the tote for 2 weeks I then put them in the grow out with the open nesting box At 4 weeks I swap it with a junior hidebox

[@kathypittman5854]

Have you ever used drop down nest boxes built into the cage? All wire.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I haven’t used them mostly because my hutch is outside with a herd of raccoons that frequent the area but I’ve heard good things about them

[@kathypittman5854]

@@TheRabbitryCenter that’s what I use because I was given a five slot nest box with those in there already. I cut a thin board with holes drilled for ventilation and to let urine escape and so far it’s worked great. Of course I put nesting material on top of it. It’s very easy for babies to go in and out. I’m in the southeast so it’s warmer here. We have raccoons as well but it hasn’t been a problem yet. The cage is on the bedroom side of the property so hopefully we will hear intruders plus a good LGD doesn’t hurt.

[@Woodflooralchemist]

I will say all of the info I got from you has been great except this box. I’ve tried it three times now and it’s a miss for us. Don’t know if you aren’t suggesting letting them give birth in these?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I'm so sorry you had trouble. These are not birth boxes or intended to replace a traditional nesting box system. These are Day 10 boxes to mimic a nesting box on its side at two weeks. (We turn our nesting boxes on their side at 2weeks so the kits can come and go as they please) Only after gathering the kits from the kindling totes on day 10, do we use these. They're specifically to be used with our kindling totes. That way they can make their way in and out of the nesting box ( in their new grow out cage) and not get trapped outside of the cluster and freeze. Hope that helps.

[@Woodflooralchemist]

You specifically say using this box will avoid loosing rabbit on the wire. So I guess I was confused.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

@@Woodflooralchemist I'm terribly sorry for the confusion in the video I'm referring to our kindling tote system. I'm going to change the title and thumbnail pic to avoid this going forward.

[@Woodflooralchemist]

Ok I see the combo of the two. Np. I still walk away with experience and greatly appreciate your content.

[@FYahooo]

Do you feel 16 gauge wire is strong enough for all wire rabbit cages?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

16 gauge is for flooring 14 gauge is for sides and top All materials can be found on our website store Check out this list HUTCHES CAGES from The Rabbitry Center www.amazon.com/shop/therabbitrycenter?listId=1JX4S4TJ49ZOR&ref=cm_sw_sm_r_inf_list_pub_therabbitrycenter__mw_k7skUqN7X6VZo

[@jaket8947]

@@TheRabbitryCenter I use 14g for the bottoms, seems to do better for their feet.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

@@jaket8947 if you can find it use it although I’ve never had a problem with 16 gauge half inch by 1 inch flooring most important thing is not to over feed feed the rabbits which will cause stress on the hocks. Where do you buy 14 gauge half inch by 1 inch?

[@MP-uz5ks]

Hi Bobby, great video! I built our nesting boxes similar to yours! : )) I have a problem, maybe you can help me out. We got 2 does and 1 buck about 6 weeks ago (first time). The one doe isn't interested in breeding at all. She runs in circles around the buck and even jumps over him. With the other doe, everything went fine, the breeding seemed successful, there were 3 fall-offs. She started building a nest about 3 weeks into pregnancy, and then...she didn't give birth. It's now day 37, I guess it would be more than optimistic to still hope for kits. I just don't understand why she built that beautiful huge nest, she pulled so much hair, I could fill a pillow with it! Do you have any experience with this behavior? And of course with the behavior of the other doe.

[@tatianawolf1253]

Did you check in the nest and make sure there aren’t kits under all that hair, for the one who took. Maybe try his breeding the stubborn doe videos for help with the other one.

[@MP-uz5ks]

@@tatianawolf1253 I checked it, nothing.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I’d rebreed the doe that had the false litter today . She’ll think she’s pregnant due to the breeding but sometimes it doesn’t take. Be sure to have your buck only breed one doe every other day to make sure his fertility has a high count

[@MP-uz5ks]

@@TheRabbitryCenter So it's common for a doe to build a nest though not pregnant.. I rebred her already. Fingers crossed! The other one is still the same. I tried everything you explain in your videos. Thanks for the answer!

[@annburge291]

If it's the rabbit's first litter, she only has one or two kittens and not understanding what is happening, she may eat them by accident when trying to remove the sack. I usually tried to have three rabbits giving birth at the same time so I could distribute the number of kittens between them. When introducing a new kitten, I would rub it into the fur of the adopting mother so it would smell right.

[@wendygray8725]

I had 2 kits that froze to death inside the nesting box.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I’m sorry to hear that. It can happen in cold temps. I recommend using our kindling totes in cold or hot temps Here’s a video sharing more kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqTYmHuHrc56iKM

[@janinedear-barlow]

How will the poop fall out with newspaper in there? Won't the poop stay inside?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

The small baby rabbits manure is small the size of BBs they’re not really a problem because the newspaper will only last 3 to 4 days before ripping up into little pieces then I will clean the nesting box replace with another sheet of paper and shavings A few more days later they will have enough fur that I can start using straw for bedding and no more paper and shavings In the summertime I use very little due to the heat

[@marcwilson1052]

What about the cecotropes?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

To clarify this nesting box is only for those that use our kindling tote system. Day10: At this point they’ve already consumed Cecotropes in the kindling tote before their eyes have even opened. We move them on day 10 and only at that point do we implement this box. This way they can come and go as they please, in and out of this short nesting box

[@marcwilson1052]

@@TheRabbitryCenter i see. Thanks for responding.

[@andrmayfield1658]

Thank you love your videos... I am new to this so your videos help a lot!

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

You are so welcome!

[@victormcox]

👍🤟

[@lingisblasian3542]

How do you get a black eye New Zealand rabbit?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Mix your purebred rabbits blue and red make chestnut /chestnut and white will have a variety

[@carriegarman3334]

How do they not freeze

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Contrary to popular belief rabbits remain active and thrive outside in the cold. Rabbits are covered in fur and are built to survive very cold temperatures. Temperatures 40-55F are perfect but rabbits remain comfortable as low as -30F.

[@redneckstuff3889]

I've never used a nesting box I always let the rabbit make her own

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Do they have them on the wire? If you don't use a nesting box where do they make a nest at? Colony Raising?

[@redneckstuff3889]

@@TheRabbitryCenter I have homemade cages with wood bottoms and I always have straw for bedding

[@febiebadua921]

Hello Sir I'm Febie from the Philippines if you need a worker in your farm..I am available anytime for interview. I am currently working in my own small backyard rabbitry which I had started only last year when pandemic is started .I'm inspired for what you are posting in your blog regarding Rabbitry that is why I get interest more to work in your farm .

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I’m so glad you like the content. Thank you Febie for commenting!

[@appadomon]

hi sir Do this nesting box can be used regardless of breed? If not then what are your recommendations?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Medium and small breeds

[@lutlut350]

Ssup Bobby

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

What’s up -thanks for watching

[@lutlut350]

@@TheRabbitryCenter Thanks

[@ronchum5178]

Good vid, but I really liked your old simple guitar intro. There doesn't seem to eb a consistent one now, and this one was just weird.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I hear you it is a little weird I try to mix it up I still use the original intro sometimes That’s a little country intro I wrote years ago so I’m glad you like it I appreciate the feed back

[@ronchum5178]

@@TheRabbitryCenter Np, it's very tranquil and fits well as an intro. Having the same song for an intro gives the vids a sense of familiarity, like you kno what you're in for. It's like a pavolovian response, or a ritual to let people know their in for a comfy vid about rabuts.

[@guerraarmy]

What size for a Flemish giant rabbits

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I haven't raised giants so I couldn't tell you for sure

[@Ranch_Hand_Jeff]

Doesn't the paper and straw on top of the floor defeat the purpose of the wire floor? How often do you clean out that bedding material?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Jeff Lake good question -the paper helps the straw stay in the cage for 3-4 days. Without the paper a majority of the straw would be gone the next day. You only need to add straw a couple times and about a week later the kits are little bunnies who don’t need the straw any more

[@kimmckay3136]

would you or do you sell these? a set for 2 does.

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

We don’t sell them the dimensions are on the video to help you build them

[@homesteadrevivals]

I wonder, if the designs can be tweaked a little bit, so you can use a nesting box, flipped upside down, as a hide box?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I’ve used hide boxes as nesting boxes-yea I don’t see why not- thanks for commenting

[@sparksfc07]

Our cages have drop down nest boxes. What is your take on them?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I haven't used them but have heard good things. If they're outside I'd be concerned about how low they drop down. I wouldn't want a predator to get their claws threw the cage. If they were in a barn or shed I wouldn't be worried. They'll work great.

[@hippiekayaker9351]

I use drop down nesting boxes and I love them. I’ll never use any other way.

[@sparksfc07]

@@TheRabbitryCenter thanks your videos are a big help

[@TheShireFarmNH]

You should sell them lol

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

Everyone should! Go for it and put some money in your pocket!

[@mariethurmond5730]

Can I buying a rabbit from you?

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

we sell our rabbits in the order our reservations are made. It's free to get on the list. text 517-980-3833 Should take a few weeks. Pick up only. Thanks

[@growmiesunited9827]

Hey Bobby what's ur email have a couple of questions

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

[e-mail]

[@growmiesunited9827]

@@TheRabbitryCenter thank u bobby I'll be in touch

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

@@growmiesunited9827 you're very welcome

[@ytdave354]

This guy sounds a bit like a preacher

[@TheRabbitryCenter]

I hear that a lot. I have no idea why???

[@ytdave354]

@@TheRabbitryCenter I don't know why either, love the channel