I'm pretty new to breeding aswell, but through reserch I've read that kits can be weaned from 6 to 8weeks old. If it's a large litter (over four) you might consider takingtwo babies the first day then one baby a day until theyre all weaned.This is supposed to ease the transition for the mother. Ifyou take them all at once she'll still produce milk with no where forit to go and that's uncomfortable for her. Personally I'd wean themgradually at 8 weeks. It's supposed to be better for the mama and babythat way. Hope this helps.
Youre very welcome. I didnttake the babies out although I know there are breeders that do. Rightafter theyre born you should check the babies. (make sure you haventhandled another bunny or wash your hands and pet the mom to get herscent on your hands) If any are dead remove them from the nest box.What type of rabbits are you breeding? With some breeds like NetherlandDwarfs there are other things you need to look for too. The mom shouldnot hurt her babies unless she's upset or stressed out. But, somebunnies just arent good mommies.
How sad.
But you got to dowhat you got to do! And that way you dont have to wait for them to passon and you just get it over when they are reallyyoung.Did the babies that wereweaned at three weeks survive? Just curious. I read so many articlesthat have conflicting information but I guess thats because differentbreeders do things differently. I'd like to wean when theyre eightweeks but if I notice Chloe biting and refusing to nurse them I'll doit a littlesooner.
