On this page I will list articles to read - some will be better than others :)
divided into sections below
Animal health
Ovariectomy, Ovariohysterectomy and Orchidectomy in Rodents and Rabbits. This article is a pictorial guide to these surgeries. Done in black and white.
UTERINE CANCER IN RABBITS. This article written with the breeder in mind, very helpful for the pet owner. Do not always believe the stats given without seeing some of the studies involved is the basic point of the article. Neuter or not neuter... it's up to you. :)
Woolie Creations. the owner of this site has written a number of helpful articles.
Anatomy and Physiology of the Rabbit and RodentGastrointestinal System. Rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas are all classified as hindgut fermenters, depending onprimarily cecal microflora for nutrient composition. The rabbit has some unique anatomical features includingthe sacculus rotundus and the vermiform appendix. Gastrointestinal disorders in these animals can be achallenge to clinicians as not only the motility of the hindgut must be maintained, but the microflora aswell. Dysbiosis, or changes in the microflora can release toxins and further alter the pH, microflora andmotility.
UTERINE CANCER IN RABBITS. This article written with the breeder in mind, very helpful for the pet owner. Do not always believe the stats given without seeing some of the studies involved is the basic point of the article. Neuter or not neuter... it's up to you. :)
Woolie Creations. the owner of this site has written a number of helpful articles.
Anatomy and Physiology of the Rabbit and RodentGastrointestinal System. Rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas are all classified as hindgut fermenters, depending onprimarily cecal microflora for nutrient composition. The rabbit has some unique anatomical features includingthe sacculus rotundus and the vermiform appendix. Gastrointestinal disorders in these animals can be achallenge to clinicians as not only the motility of the hindgut must be maintained, but the microflora aswell. Dysbiosis, or changes in the microflora can release toxins and further alter the pH, microflora andmotility.
animals rights/welfare
Rabbit “mills” Sorting Myth from Fact an excerpt
A word about using the term “mill” or “Rabbit Mill”:
Animal rights fanatics like to use the term “mill” when discussing anything about animal breeders. The term has no real meaning or definition, it is used as propaganda to mislead people. Some rabbit specific fanatics, “rescuers”, “house” rabbit advocates, and others in the shelter industry define it as basically anyone breeding rabbits which would also include commercial meat breeders. They include anyone selling wholesale to pet stores or dealers, anyone breeding an undefined number of rabbits, anyone who is breeding as a business, and they include anyone who holds a USDA license.
The hypocrisy of food. the adventures of noodleville. Thought this was an interesting article.
a snippet from the post "So, to those who consume meat, but want to rage against my choice to raise my own. Think hard on this. Until you consume not an ounce of flesh from another living creature, your railing against me is nothing more than the highest form of hypocrisy".
A word about using the term “mill” or “Rabbit Mill”:
Animal rights fanatics like to use the term “mill” when discussing anything about animal breeders. The term has no real meaning or definition, it is used as propaganda to mislead people. Some rabbit specific fanatics, “rescuers”, “house” rabbit advocates, and others in the shelter industry define it as basically anyone breeding rabbits which would also include commercial meat breeders. They include anyone selling wholesale to pet stores or dealers, anyone breeding an undefined number of rabbits, anyone who is breeding as a business, and they include anyone who holds a USDA license.
The hypocrisy of food. the adventures of noodleville. Thought this was an interesting article.
a snippet from the post "So, to those who consume meat, but want to rage against my choice to raise my own. Think hard on this. Until you consume not an ounce of flesh from another living creature, your railing against me is nothing more than the highest form of hypocrisy".
Breed Specific
Mini Rex Rabbit Colour and Breeding guide. This page presents a clear and concise guide backed up by genetic reasons for avoiding certain crosses. No personal opinions have been expressed except as noted and no recommendations are made without establishing a genetic basis for that recommendation. Groups are chosen and assembled based on one or two common gene pairings per group. The common genes are given underneath each Color Group.Based on genotype alone and considering only the 5 major gene locations, the colors within or with the following groups are compatible to interbreed genetically (The authors herein will make their own recommendations at the bottom of the color chart) .
Understanding the Broken Pattern in Rabbits. The broken coat actually follows a very predictable pattern that can be controled somewhat easily if you know what to look for. On this page I will be explaining and naming the different patterns to give you a better understanding about how broken patterns work.
Understanding the Broken Pattern in Rabbits. The broken coat actually follows a very predictable pattern that can be controled somewhat easily if you know what to look for. On this page I will be explaining and naming the different patterns to give you a better understanding about how broken patterns work.
Companion Animal Articles
The affects of Gentling. The positive affects of the gentle handling of animals by humans have also been observed in other experiments as well. In a study done on rabbits, "gentling" was found to have a remarkable impact on the health of the animals.
What do rabbits see? Ever wonder exactly what your rabbit see? I have heard some people say they are color blind. Why are their eyes on he side of the head?
What do rabbits see? Ever wonder exactly what your rabbit see? I have heard some people say they are color blind. Why are their eyes on he side of the head?
Interesting Research
Effective of water restriction. "Limiting access to drinking water to 2 or 4 hours per day induced feed restriction of -25% and -20% of
the ad libitum access to water and improved feed conversion ratios. In addition, water restriction is very interesting because of its simple application."
Operation Fuzz. "Our results indicate that naked rabbits had better thermo-regulation ability than furred rabbits. Based on these promising results, plans for developing a new breed of naked rabbits is justified, which has the potential to contribute more meat and income for subsistence families in tropical regions."
U.S. Rabbit Industry Profile. The rabbit industry is composed of many groups each with differing production goals. Rabbit production can be commercial, for profit, with the rabbits being used for meat, as pets and for laboratory purposes. Rabbit production can also be a hobby and the rabbits are raised for the show circuit, home consumption, pet sales or as 4H animals.
the ad libitum access to water and improved feed conversion ratios. In addition, water restriction is very interesting because of its simple application."
Operation Fuzz. "Our results indicate that naked rabbits had better thermo-regulation ability than furred rabbits. Based on these promising results, plans for developing a new breed of naked rabbits is justified, which has the potential to contribute more meat and income for subsistence families in tropical regions."
U.S. Rabbit Industry Profile. The rabbit industry is composed of many groups each with differing production goals. Rabbit production can be commercial, for profit, with the rabbits being used for meat, as pets and for laboratory purposes. Rabbit production can also be a hobby and the rabbits are raised for the show circuit, home consumption, pet sales or as 4H animals.