How to Breed a Champion Rabbit

By eHow Pets Editor

Instructions

Step 1:
Register your rabbitry with the American Rabbit Breeders Association, Inc. This association will provide you with the most current information and support in the field of rabbit breeding.
Step 2:
Decide what type of rabbit you are interested in breeding. If this is a child's project, consider only those breeds that are known to have good personalities and are friendly.
Step 3:
Purchase a pair of rabbits from a registered rabbitry. This pair should have strong blood lines that can be documented by the breeder. It's also a good idea to select a pair that has some award winners in their bloodlines.
Step 4:
Provide the proper housing for your rabbits. Consult the United States Department of Agriculture for information on the proper care and housing of Rabbits.
Step 5:
Supply a good diet for your rabbits consisting of high quality pellets, fresh vegetables and a variety of hays--timothy, grass and oat hay. Decrease alfalfa hay for rabbits over 7 months old.
Step 6:
Place the doe in the buck's cage or vice versa when she is ready to mate. If she rejects the buck right away, you'll know she's not quite ready and you'll need to try again. Observe the behavior and try to watch the mating process so you'll be able to mark the calendar and be prepared for the babies.
Step 7:
Prepare a nesting box for the pregnant doe and place it in the hutch. You can make your own nesting box or purchase one from a rabbit equipment dealer.

Tips & Warnings

Rabbits like a clean environment. Keeping your rabbit's house clean will ensure healthier rabbits and healthier babies.
Do your homework before beginning your own breeding program. Rabbits multiply quickly and breeding can get out of control if you're not very familiar with the process and how to control and care for babies.

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