What preparatory work needs to be done before raising Rex rabbits
The Rex rabbit is a major fur-type rabbit breed in China, and its farming area in China is very large. The economic value of the Rex rabbit is relatively high, and all kinds of textiles made from Rex rabbit fur are very popular. Before raising Rex rabbits, we should do the preparatory work well; only after the early-stage preparations are done can farming begin. So what exactly should be prepared? Below, the editor will give you a brief introduction. Let's take a look together!
1. Site selection preparation
The site selection for the Rex rabbit hutch is very important, and it is also the first preparatory task we need to do well before farming. The rabbit hutch should be built in a place with high terrain, dry and flat ground, shelter from the wind, sufficient sunlight, and normal drainage and irrigation. There should be sufficient clean water sources around it, and because Rex rabbits are relatively timid, in order to allow them to grow well, it should be far away from noisy areas such as urban districts and factories. But in order to ensure normal transportation, traffic also needs to be considered.
2. Rabbit hutch preparation
After the site is chosen, we then need to make preparations for building the rabbit hutch. The building materials of the rabbit hutch should have good performance in heat prevention, moisture prevention, rain prevention, and cold prevention, and be hard enough to prevent damage from Rex rabbits gnawing on them. It should also be able to normally control temperature, humidity, and light. After having these properties, costs should be reduced as much as possible. The construction forms of rabbit hutches include shed type, semi-open type, closed type, and many other forms. A suitable rabbit hutch form should be built according to the local environment and natural resources.
3. Preparation of farming equipment
The farming equipment for Rex rabbits includes cage equipment, rabbit equipment, and so on. Among the cages commonly seen on the market are plastic cages, wire cages, and so on. Those with skills can make them themselves; if self-made, not only is the cost low, but the durability of the rabbit cage can also be ensured. Moreover, it can be adjusted according to actual conditions, making management, cleaning, and disinfection convenient. The rabbit cage must ensure that Rex rabbits can move normally inside the cage and have sufficient growth space. Then rabbit equipment includes the waste discharge system, kindling box, water and feed troughs, and fixed boxes.
4. Technical preparation
Farming technology is the most critical preparatory work. Technology is the key to improving various production capacities of Rex rabbits, such as the survival rate and reproduction rate. It is also the most important factor in whether Rex rabbit farming succeeds. Therefore, technical problems must be solved in advance. Whether through external hiring or internal training, mature farming technology must be ensured. If conditions are insufficient, then a large number of professional rabbit-raising books should be purchased externally, and one's own rabbit-raising technology should be improved through continuous learning.
5. Feed preparation
Feed is likewise a preparatory task that cannot be ignored in Rex rabbit farming. The Rex rabbit is a herbivorous animal, and its feed is mainly plant-based feed. For example, green feed, wheat bran, soybean cake, and so on all need to be prepared in advance. If the farming scale is large, then the problem of feed grass must be solved well. If conditions permit, feed-making machines such as crushers and pellet machines should also be purchased, because making full-price pellet feed by oneself can effectively improve farming benefits.
The above is a brief introduction to the early-stage farming preparations for Rex rabbits. In addition, we should also do a good job in epidemic prevention preparations to ensure the healthy growth of Rex rabbits. That is all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only, and I hope it can help everyone!