O/T Rabbit Cage Size

Fergienewbee · Jul 19, 2012

I'm in the process of building a rabbit hutch with multiple units. So far I have a floor of 1/2" x 1" wire ten feet long. I'm thinking of dividing it into 5 units @ 24 x 30. Is that big enough for New Zeeland-sized rabbits or should I just make 4 units. Removable dividers would allow for does with litters either way. Any advice appreciated. All the plans seem to be for single rabbits or "pets."

Larry

Nate V. IA · Jul 19, 2012

That is a perfect size for commercial production, but it's a little tight when the nest box is in there. This picture shows exactly what you want to do, the cage is 60"x120".

James Williams · Jul 19, 2012

sounds good.Ive raised a lot of rabits,always liked the Californias

jimmy

Traditional Farmer · Jul 19, 2012

24" X 30" is usually the standard although more space would probably be better for the does.Also putting a cattle panel under the cages will do wonders for supporting them and keeping the wire floor level.

in-too-deep · Jul 19, 2012

Very nice Nate. I'd like to get back into it someday. Usta have a handful of Californians. Tasty.

Kippster · Jul 19, 2012

Mrs. Kippster and I raised Californians, Satins, and New Zealands for years an I always had 24x24 for singles and 24x36 for doe and litters. Worked good for us. We had over 200 rabbits at one time years ago. 20 does with litters and I can't remember how many bucks and adolescents. Had a good market for them. (4h and meat buyers) No market anymore so no more bunnies but I would like to get back to raising a few for myself. They were fun to raise and tasted great too. Kippster

O/T Rabbit Cage Size

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