How much do New Zealand rabbits cost?

Whereas pet rabbits purchased from shelters typically carry adoption fees ranging from $50 to $100, New Zealand rabbits can cost as little as $10 apiece, according to Crossroads Rabbitry. Non-pedigreed Flemish giants cost $20 to $50 apiece.

How much are New Zealand Red rabbits?

Pedigree breeding age Red, Black, or Broken are $65 and up and Steel color are $35 and up for breeders. Remember that Windwalker bunnies are raised with love and they’re healthy and disease free. We feed a high-quality rabbit pellets along with herbs, fruits and vegetables.

How long do red New Zealand rabbits live?

Large in size and weighing in between 9 and 12 pounds, the New Zealand has a life expectancy of 5 to 6 years. Spaying and neutering can extend this life span to a maximum of 10 years.

What is the most expensive breed of rabbit?

Mini Rex Heir to the king of all-time most expensive rabbits, the Mini Rex vies with the Holland Lop for both most popular (and most expensive) rabbit today. Commonly kept as show rabbits and house pets, their velvety soft, densely plush coats have won them legions of adoring fans.

Are New Zealand rabbits smart?

New Zealand Rabbit Personality They are smart, friendly and like being handled, which not all rabbit breeds tolerate well. They can also learn to do tricks and can even be toilet trained to use a litter box!

How big does a New Zealand Red rabbit get?

The New Zealand Red is a large rabbit with an average weight of 3-4.5kg (6½ – 10 lbs). New Zealand Reds have a medium build; the body is fairly broad with a slightly arched back, the head shapely with full cheeks and upright ears.

What is the best food for New Zealand rabbits?

A New Zealand rabbit’s diet is no different than any other rabbit diet in that it should consist mainly of high-quality hay. Most rabbit owners agree that timothy hay is the best bang for your buck, but orchard hay is also acceptable and the occasional alfalfa grass is also beneficial.

Do rabbits eat their first litter?

They’re not carnivorous animals, so they’ll very rarely eat their young by choice. It’s most likely to happen with young rabbits after giving birth to their first litter. The rabbit is frightened and confused by the experience, and just does what comes naturally to her.

What kind of rabbits do you raise in New Zealand?

We raise New Zealand rabbits for market and show. We have breeding pairs of New Zealand White, New Zealand Red, Black, Broken Red, and Broken Black, Blue, and Broken Blue rabbits. The focus of our breeding program is to raise vigorous rabbits that meet the ARBA breed standard with gentle dispositions and good mothering instincts.

What kind of rabbits does Sleepy Creek Farm have?

We have breeding pairs of New Zealand White, New Zealand Red, Black, Broken Red, and Broken Black, Blue, and Broken Blue rabbits. The focus of our breeding program is to raise vigorous rabbits that meet the ARBA breed standard with gentle dispositions and good mothering instincts.

Are there any pedigreed rabbits in the market?

Pedigreed breeding stock are available for show or market production. Prices vary pending the age and quality of available rabbits. “Grade quality” rabbits are free of disqualifying features but will not place well on the show table, however they may produce some show winners if bred to the right opposite.

What do you need to know about rabbit breeding?

The focus of our breeding program is to raise vigorous rabbits that meet the ARBA breed standard with gentle dispositions and good mothering instincts. The local demand for good breeding stock inspired us to join ARBA in order to learn more about “The Standard of Perfection” in rabbit breeding.