Birth Rabbit Management Technology

Proper care for newborn rabbits is crucial to ensure their health and survival. First, early feeding with colostrum is essential. Puppies should consume colostrum within 6 to 10 hours after birth. If the mother rabbit refuses to nurse, artificial feeding methods can be used. The mother rabbit should be gently placed in a farrowing or feeding box, held by the neck with one hand, while the other hand supports her back to keep her calm. Place her near the teat of the mother rabbit, encouraging her to suckle. After several attempts, she will begin to nurse naturally. After each feeding, check if the puppies are full—full puppies have round bellies, a healthy pink color, and rest peacefully. Feed once daily; if the litter is small, feed twice a day—morning and evening. When litters are large or the mother has mastitis, it's best to find a foster mother. The foster mother should be no more than three days apart in age from the pups. Apply urine or a special lotion to the pups to prevent the foster mother from rejecting them due to unfamiliar scent. Second, maintaining proper insulation and warmth is vital. Before giving birth, the mother rabbit pulls out her fur to build a nest. If she doesn’t do this naturally, you can help by gently pulling the fur. Newborn rabbits are hairless, with closed ears and eyes, so they need extra warmth. Keep the temperature above 15°C in winter and spring, and maintain at least 30°C in the nesting area during sleep. Third, keeping the cage clean is important. Once the puppies start eating, move them to a nursery box or cage. In summer, use wire screens around the box to protect against mosquitoes and rodents. Clean the cage regularly, replacing the bedding weekly. For lactating mothers, reduce concentrate feed two to three days before and after birth, and increase green feed. After birth, give 3-4 days of sulfathiazole tablets (one per day) or rhubarb injection (2mg per day) to support recovery. Fourth, early feeding should begin at 16–18 days. Start with small, frequent meals. Offer tender grass, fine feeds, and add milk, soybean residue, and rice bran. You can also include chlorobenzene muscle to prevent coccidiosis. Finally, weaning should be based on the puppy’s development, weight, and season. If the pups are underdeveloped or it's winter, extend nursing time. Usually, wean at 30–35 days. If there are multiple litters with size differences, separate the strong from the weak. The best weaning method is to keep the environment, feeding, and management consistent—move the puppies out of the cage but leave the mother inside. This reduces stress and helps the young adapt more smoothly.

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