Jazzy B Bunny
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Well this is mainly a rescue forum.. what do you expect? :? Don't breed them unless you know the full genetic history :roll:
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I don't usually join in these threads as it's too frustrating but this I have to respond to this reply ...
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I genuinely want to know why you want to breed.
is it carrying on the line of your doe? the prospect of having kits? money?
has your research told you that theres over 35,000 rabbits in rescue homes?
also, look at this thread here, might open your eyes a bit :wave:
Becky86
Wise Old Thumper
:? If anything, i personally think i gave a good response to your question! I actually told you what it would be best to do.
Im actually a fosterer for a rescue, and believe it or not i had a litter in many months ago, who are still with me now, because someone 'wanted to breed', look where the rabbits ended up :roll:
Crystal butterfly
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to be honest i think people should say why not to breed but we cant force it on her. ive learnt that sometimes we just have to accept that people are going to do things like this no matter what. ive been in this position with Crystal i wanted her to have babies and i know the thought of babies can over power the resons not to breed if that makes sense. if we're nice then at least these babies could find good home through this forum? if we chase people away were just going to get a bad rep for ourselves.
also breeders are allowed on this forum its not just for rescues
also breeders are allowed on this forum its not just for rescues
So, considering your bunny could have 8 kits. 4 could be male, 4 female. Wuld you have the space to split them up. Neuter them when old enough. Vaccinations. ??
If you 'want' more bunnies, there are thousands in rescues. Whats up with them??
Is it because baby bunnies are fluffy and small and cute? Once they are old enough, and 'not cute and small' anymore, they will be forgot about??
If you 'want' more bunnies, there are thousands in rescues. Whats up with them??
Is it because baby bunnies are fluffy and small and cute? Once they are old enough, and 'not cute and small' anymore, they will be forgot about??
Starlight
Warren Veteran
Heya, have you got any pictures of your bun?
Im sure she is gorgeous.
What people are trying to say, is if you don't know 4 generations on either side, you don't know if you are going to be breeding defects into them, for example dental problems.
I have a bunny here called Muffin, he had malocclusion (where the teeth do not align, and he had to have his 4 incisors out (£120) since then, one of the incisors has grown back 5 times (he has just come home from his op) costing £60 each time. Say you breed a whole litter that has these problems, thats pretty pricey!!
Vaccinations are £20 (averagely)each, and they need 3 a year, so £60 per bun on vaccines alone. Then neutering/speying, for a female, on average is £70, and a male on average £50.
See how pricey it ends up?! :shock:
Im sure she is gorgeous.
What people are trying to say, is if you don't know 4 generations on either side, you don't know if you are going to be breeding defects into them, for example dental problems.
I have a bunny here called Muffin, he had malocclusion (where the teeth do not align, and he had to have his 4 incisors out (£120) since then, one of the incisors has grown back 5 times (he has just come home from his op) costing £60 each time. Say you breed a whole litter that has these problems, thats pretty pricey!!
Vaccinations are £20 (averagely)each, and they need 3 a year, so £60 per bun on vaccines alone. Then neutering/speying, for a female, on average is £70, and a male on average £50.
See how pricey it ends up?! :shock:
Jack's-Jane
Wise Old Thumper
Is it that you'd like to see Baby Buns from birth to weaning ?
If so why not get in touch with a local Rescue. You could Foster a pregnant Doe for them (believe me there will always be a pregnant Doe ending up in Rescue) The Rescue could support you as you care for Mum Bun and you'll get to see new born kits and how they develope. It is facinating but deliberate breeding also comes with huge responsibilities.
You should never breed from a Rabbit whose genetic background (at least 3 generations) is unknown.
You need to be able to provide lifelong care (vaccinations, Vet Bills, food etc...etc) for all Rabbits you allow to be born. Assuming that you will be able to home them is wrong as you may not be able to find good homes for them.
Personally I am 100% against the deliberate Breeding of Rabbits. But should you decide to go ahead I suggest you PM WalnutEarth on here.
She Breeds German Lops.
If so why not get in touch with a local Rescue. You could Foster a pregnant Doe for them (believe me there will always be a pregnant Doe ending up in Rescue
) The Rescue could support you as you care for Mum Bun and you'll get to see new born kits and how they develope. It is facinating but deliberate breeding also comes with huge responsibilities.You should never breed from a Rabbit whose genetic background (at least 3 generations) is unknown.
You need to be able to provide lifelong care (vaccinations, Vet Bills, food etc...etc) for all Rabbits you allow to be born. Assuming that you will be able to home them is wrong as you may not be able to find good homes for them.
Personally I am 100% against the deliberate Breeding of Rabbits. But should you decide to go ahead I suggest you PM WalnutEarth on here.
She Breeds German Lops.
Becky86
Wise Old Thumper
Loula
Mama Doe
From reading your other posts I believe you've only just had this bunny recently, and have not had rabbits before.
Wouldn't you much rather enjoy the bunny you have got now, rather than putting her through the exhaustion and stress of having a litter. It's a lot of commitment having to look after a hormonal mum and possibly up to 10-12 babies. I know you have said that you have the space and money but would you be able to pay for all the babies to be vacc'd, neutered, emergency treatment - i know i've spent over £1000 in vets fees since getting my bunny and i've only had her 8 months :shock:
It's good that you're doing research before deciding to go ahead, but I really don't think that because you "want to" is a valid enough reason to breed your pet. I know babies are cute, but it is so much hard work and time. I know I wouldn't be able to do it.
Wouldn't you much rather enjoy the bunny you have got now, rather than putting her through the exhaustion and stress of having a litter. It's a lot of commitment having to look after a hormonal mum and possibly up to 10-12 babies. I know you have said that you have the space and money but would you be able to pay for all the babies to be vacc'd, neutered, emergency treatment - i know i've spent over £1000 in vets fees since getting my bunny and i've only had her 8 months :shock:
It's good that you're doing research before deciding to go ahead, but I really don't think that because you "want to" is a valid enough reason to breed your pet. I know babies are cute, but it is so much hard work and time. I know I wouldn't be able to do it.
giantbunnymummy
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seems to destroy the plenty of money and space argument!
BunnyBekkie
Warren Veteran
What if your mum wanted grandkids and decided to breed from you just so she could have a baby around?? Doesn't sound nice does it??
That's what you're doing to the bunny.
Please listen to us, we're not having a go, we're just thinking of your bunny
That's what you're doing to the bunny.
Please listen to us, we're not having a go, we're just thinking of your bunny
True this forum is not just for rescues but neither is it a place for people to offload unwanted stock.if we're nice then at least these babies could find good home through this forum? if we chase people away were just going to get a bad rep for ourselves.
also breeders are allowed on this forum its not just for rescues
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