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Feeding:
My
rabbits are free-fed on Pfaus 18%. I have tried many
different
brands of feed and I feel that Pfaus is
definitely top notch. It's a nice fresh
green color
and my rabbits gobble it right down. Since I started
feeding Pfaus,
I've noticed much improvement in
their over all condition and my rabbits seem to
like
it much better than other feeds I have tried. My rabbits
also get a handful of
hay and half a cup of my grain
mix each day to keep them in top condition. It is important to keep some sort of
roughage in a rabbit's diet as it helps to keep their
digestive track regulated. Each rabbit also gets
some sort of fruit or veggie (usually a piece of banana, carrot or apple slice) but in moderation. Too much
can cause diarrhea and an upset tummy. I like to put a
chew block in with each rabbit as it helps to keep teeth
in good shape. My husband and I love our rabbits dearly
and we work hard to provide them with the proper care
they deserve.
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 Housing:
My rabbits are housed in my 12 X 16 barn which is insulated with heating
and cooling. I
have a series of 3-4 hole condos (30" X 30") in which
they are housed. I have about 30 cages at the moment.
Because english lops and champagne d'argents are larger
breeds, it is very important that they have an EZ mat to
sit on to give their feet a break, as larger breeds are
prone to sore hocks. Cage pans are cleaned thoroughly
twice a week (3 times a week in the summer months). For
bedding in the cage pans, I really like Dry Den pellets.
They are very absorbent, so a little goes a long way. They also reduce odor by quite a bit.
Sanitation and cleanliness are our top priorities here!
New
rabbits are put in a different area away from my
other rabbits for a week, I feel it is important to
quarantine newbies just in case.
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Our Standards:
At Pease & Carrots Rabbitry, we do not breed for
fancy colors or record holding ear lengths. Granted,
it is fun to have a variety of different colors but
I will only allow a "colored" english lop into our
herd if our standards are met as I am not willing to
sacrifice stellar body type. I breed for
OVERALL BALANCE and easy-going temperaments. I prefer
any rabbit in my herd to have at least 24" ears
(again, it's about balance). I have a small rabbitry and
have to be very selective. I like english lops with big
bone and capacity to them. I didn't like the "race
horse" look when I raised sheep, and the same applies to
my rabbits. Breed character of course is very
important. No visible crowns, nice shape and texture to
the ears, correct structure, excellent depth and full hindquarters with
that mandolin body type. Personality also plays a big
factor in my selection process. My english lops just
have to have that typical "happy-go-lucky" attitude
about them. Their clownish personalities are one of
the many reasons I love this breed so much.
Pictured at the right: My BOSV youth winning rabbit,
Big Louie & I at the 2004 Lop Nationals.
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Rabbitry visits are not
allowed. Sale rabbits will be delivered at shows.
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