It does look like having the mane gene. I am quite positive that it will have the lion's mane...

Here's something to brighten up the CNY further!

Yeaps, 3 weeks old and can't get anymore mini then this - LOL!

There is no such thing as Mini Holland Lop. But there is something called Miniature Lop. Miniature Lops have 2 types. UK Miniature Lop is the same as Holland Lop. USA Miniature Lop is a larger lop ear rabbit. Hope this is not confusing.

This is the link that best describe the Mini Lop ----> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mini_Lop. Generally much bigger above 4 lbs while Holland Lop must be below 4 lbs.

Mini Lop ears are bigger and their muzzle a longer compared to Holland Lops.

@Juztiny,

I am sure many of us would like to be your pet. LOL! You are absolutely right, pets keep you sane!

You are right about rabbit poo as the best fertilizer.

What's up?

You are right. Most breeders out there are doing it for the money. So the places they breed doesn't matter as long as they breed. I have no qualms about breeders breeding using limited space or not but I am very particular on cleanliness and quality of living for the rabbits. You really have to know how to set breeders apart.

There are 3 types in my opinion:

1) Hobbyist/Show breeders
Spend most of their earnings on up keeping their hobby. Knows the breed that they work on in and out. Always striving for improvements based on standards imposed and governed by a recognized club or association. Breaking even with their venture is almost impossible due to the hard work and investment put into it.

2) Commercial/Farm breeders
Big investment for meat trade mostly. In Malaysia normally supply pets to pet stores too.

3) Backyard breeders
No money but try to breed to get pocket money. Operates on a very meager budget. All they know about their stock is mostly breeding related. Condition is horrendous mostly. Pet quality also will do lahhHHhh....

Since you are in the dog hobby, I am sure you know what backyard breeding is and that applies to rabbits as well.

I will personally go for Hobbyist breeder anytime because they breed for quality and their rabbits are part of the family as pets at the same time.

Honestly, what you have shared really IRKS and scares the daylight out of me. It is very traumatic for me to see this sort of breeders mushrooming all around just because there is a little impression that rabbits can make money. I personally prefer not to highlight such blogs/website because it may mislead people into patronizing, thus encourage such conditions.

This post has been edited by sangterap: Feb 25 2010, 10:47 AM

They can recognize just that their hormones are getting the better of them...

Sorry to hear that. That's the typical position of dead rabbits that I hate to see. Another one bites the dust...

Binky free little one....

It is a good feed. My rabbits fur are all shiny and healthy with this feed.

Your young rabbit died due to under developed stomach, not pellets. There is a reason why all if not most rabbit breeders in USA only sell rabbits at 8 week. Try to do some research at that end and you'll understand the reason to your baby rabbit's death. I am sure after you know the reason, you will stop patronizing pet stores and irresponsible breeders.

Happy Weekend everyone!

just added...cheers! bro, 4.47 AM?

I disagree, baby coat. my guess it is around 6 weeks.

Disagree on point #2 too, rabbits with good food absorption have small poops too.

This post has been edited by sangterap: Mar 8 2010, 12:03 PM

Nice pics!

You could say that it is a dwarf breed weighing below 1.6kg or 4lbs.

by the way, is her nose balding? I can see a little balding and reddish. keep a close watch on that.

This post has been edited by sangterap: Mar 9 2010, 10:39 AM

Totally agree with you 100% and what you mention covered all the basics all newbies should know. The senior members are well versed with proper diet I believe and some of them are not even participating in this forum anymore while having their rabbits in constant good health.

Keep on sharing and I hope you continue to be a good adviser to fellow rabbit thread followers.

car rides will definitely stress them out a little. they most probably will not eat and drink during the journey, but do provide them with hay and make stops to let them drink water. Once reach your destination, make sure they start eating and drinking normally.

Also, make sure that you do not leave them in the car without air-cond when you make stops at R&R.

Good luck!

Not good at all. You need pellets to keep his stomach filled and only alfalfa do not provide a balanced nutrition that your rabbit needs.

4 months is a good time to slowly change from Alfalfa to grass hay like Timothy/Orchard.