How to Breed Hare

First, understand the estrus behavior of female rabbits. During estrus, a female rabbit may become very active, grab the cage bars, and even bite the feeding trough. Her vulva will appear swollen and red, and some females may also display a "mane" or gather hay and litter around them. In group-housed environments, females may chase each other in an attempt to mate. Second, ensure timely breeding. Rabbits are typically bred between March and April. When mating, place the estrus female in a separate cage and avoid introducing the male into her space to prevent stress or interference. If a female is not showing signs of estrus, she can be placed in the male’s cage. After being chased and bitten by the male, she should be returned to her original cage. This process, repeated 2–3 times, can stimulate estrus and lead to successful mating. After mating, gently tap the female's back to prevent semen from flowing back. To increase breeding success, allow the female to stay in the male’s cage for 6–8 hours before reintroducing the male for a second mating. After giving birth, if the female is in good health, she should be placed back in the male’s cage for a second mating (blood mating) after 6–8 hours. Blood mating can improve breeding efficiency and shorten the cycle, but it must be done carefully based on the female’s condition. Overdoing it can harm her health. Females undergoing blood mating should receive extra nutrition and better care. After three litters, they should rest for a month before breeding again. Third, manage the birthing process properly. The gestation period for rabbits is usually 28–35 days. Two days before the expected due date, place the pregnant female in a clean nesting box with fresh straw. Provide clean drinking water to prevent dehydration. Keep the farrowing box warm and allow the female to come and go freely. A darkened area where she can enter and exit at will is ideal. Fourth, support proper nursing and rearing. After giving birth, the mother rabbit typically feeds her young 2–3 times daily. Monitor the nest closely, avoid startling the mother, and remove any dead kits immediately. If the mother has a foul odor or yellow urine, it could indicate mastitis. In such cases, isolate the mother and provide foster care to the kits. By day 12–13, the kits will open their eyes, and by day 13–14, they will start building nests. They begin exploring food around day 20. At this stage, feed the mother high-quality forage and clean water. Before or a few days before weaning, remove the nesting material and fur from the farrowing box to prevent hairball disease. Also, avoid letting the kits eat feces, which can cause coccidiosis or digestive issues. After the mother has finished nursing, wean the kits and provide them with quality feed and clean water. Young rabbits may overeat if not monitored, leading to indigestion. During the rearing period, add small amounts of medications like chlorpheniramine, coccidiostats, and insect nematocides to their feed or water to prevent diseases. In hot weather, rotate the drugs regularly. Chopped green onions can also be added to the feed to prevent coccidiosis and digestive problems. Administer sulfamethoxazole tablets once every 5–7 days, but only to a quarter of the kits. Add a small amount of baking soda to the concentrate feed to help prevent Pasteurella, Brucella, and enteritis. These practices significantly improve the survival rate of the young rabbits.

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