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There are many requirements for industrial rabbit hutches. The main ones are: ensuring the comfort of living of animals and ease of maintenance. Under these conditions, rabbits gain weight faster. Increased productivity allows farm owners to make a profit from rabbit breeding. Industrial products are produced Cells usually made of steel mesh, but wooden elements may also be present.
Types of industrial models
Cages for industrial breeding of rabbits are produced in different types. The structures can be stationary for indoor and outdoor installation, mobile, or with an aviary. Since rabbits can be kept outdoors and indoors, the housing arrangement for them varies greatly:
- Single-sided cages are used to raise animals outdoors. They are placed along a wall or a continuous fence without cracks. The back and side walls are made solid. This approach is due to the protection of rabbits from wind and precipitation.
- When keeping rabbits indoors, double-sided structures are used. They are completely made of steel mesh, which allows for effective ventilation.
Keeping more than 100 birds indoors is difficult. This number of rabbits is usually bred outdoors. A special feature of the house designed for keeping rabbits outdoors is its unlimited size.
Typically, 6 types of cages are used in rabbit breeding:
- Young rabbits are kept in group cages. That is, young animals that were weaned from the female rabbit at the age of 1–1.5 months. Rabbits are divided into two groups: individuals for slaughter and procreation. The rabbits of the last group are divided by gender. Young animals for slaughter are kept in groups of 8–10 heads. The cell dimensions are calculated so that there is 0.12 m per individual2 area. Breeding rabbits are placed in 6–8 heads, allotting 0.17 m to each animal2 area. When breeding rabbits outdoors, a pitched roof made of waterproof roofing is installed over the houses. On the street, the cage for young animals is placed elevated from the ground, and inside the room they provide maximum light and an influx of fresh air.
- At the age of three months, breeding males are placed in separate cages, and females are grouped in groups of three. Slaughter males can be kept in groups, but they must be castrated. The size of cages for rabbits of this age depends on the breed. Usually a structure with a width of 1.2 m and a height of 40 cm is sufficient. The feeder and drinking bowl on the rabbit cage are attached to the outside of the grid so that the animals do not turn them over.
- When cage breeding rabbits for a large number of heads, it is convenient to use a multi-tiered shed. The design consists of modules installed in two or three rows, which allows for maximum space saving. Shed is common in the southern regions and is installed outdoors.In this case, the distance from the ground to the bottom of the module of the first tier is maintained - 60 cm. The depth of the shed is made to a maximum of 1 m, and the width - 2 m. A concrete base is often poured under the structure, and the bottom of each module is equipped with a tray for collecting manure.
- Double cages are used to keep two adult rabbits. These can be males or females. The interior space of the rabbit's housing is divided by a partition made of mesh or plywood. The floor is knocked down from slats. During the calving period, the female is given a queen cell with a hole of 20x20 cm.
- Double cages with an aviary are designed for keeping females with rabbits. The dimensions of the structure are 220x65x50 cm. When equipping such housing, a common hole is made into the enclosure.
- A summer house for a rabbit can be used in the country. It is installed in a dry, shaded place under trees. The dimensions of the housing depend on the number of living animals. The floor is usually made of galvanized mesh.
Each cage can be made for rabbits with your own hands, and now we will look at what factory designs there are.
Review of industrial models
We will now review the industrial cages used for rabbit breeding. They are suitable for farms and the private sector.
"Okrol"
The Okrol model is used for industrial rabbit breeding. Everything in the design of the cage has been thought out to make it convenient to use. The model is considered universal. Here you can keep young animals for fattening and breeding stock. The convenience of the model is due to the fact that during its development the real wishes of rabbit breeders were taken into account. The lower tier of the structure consists of twelve cells. Each of them can be separated by a partition or a queen cell placed inside.On the upper tier there are sixteen cages for keeping young animals.
The cage is equipped with a special design of feeders. Rabbits cannot scrape food out of them, and the perforated bottom sifts out dust impurities from the food. The cage is made of galvanized steel mesh. Each module is fixed in a frame equipped with steel racks. If there is a lot of free space, "Okrol" can be used in home rabbit breeding.
Practice FR-231
The Praktika FR-231 model has a two-tier design and is intended for industrial rabbit breeding. At the lower level, twelve queen cells can be installed. An additional six nests can be placed on the upper tier. This allows you to bring the total number of queen cells to eighteen. The Praktika FR-231 model is being converted for keeping young animals for fattening. The cage can accommodate up to 90 heads.
The design is designed as a transformer, which allows it to be adjusted to a specific type of livestock: fattening, breeding, arrangement of queen cells, etc. The covers of all modules are equipped with a spring. This mechanism makes it easier to perform cell maintenance. “Practice FR-231” is suitable for home use.
Industrial model of Zolotukhin
The cell layout is quite simple. The structure may consist of one or two tiers. Most often, such cages are used to keep young animals. The Zolotukhin model does not provide for a uterine compartment. The female will have to breed directly on the floor. In summer this option is allowed. You just need to put in the hay in time for the rabbit to make a nest.
The feeders are attached from the outside directly to the mesh.They are made removable or tiltable for easy cleaning. Water is supplied from the tank through an automatic drinking bowl. The Zolotukhin model is popular for private and industrial breeding of rabbits.
Mikhailov's industrial model
The photo shows drawings with the dimensions of Mikhailov's cage. The thoughtful design greatly simplifies the care of rabbits. Feed can be poured into the feeders periodically 1-2 times every 7 days. A cone-shaped tray is installed below the floor. The design allows the manure to be automatically discharged into a sealed container. The rabbits' housing always remains dry, clean and practically does not require frequent human maintenance.
The development of new Mikhailov models continues to this day. The manufacturer is trying to constantly improve its design, listening to the requirements of rabbit breeders.
Cages from the Research Institute of Fur Farming and Rabbit Breeding
The cage drawings presented for rabbits were developed at the research institute. They are intended for keeping adults. The design consists of two compartments. A queen cell is installed near the side wall. The floor in this area is made of solid boards. The aft section is separated by a partition with a 17x17 cm manhole. Steel mesh is used for the floor covering. Dimensions of the queen cell:
- depth – 55 cm;
- length – 40 cm;
- the height from the entrance is 50 cm, and from the back - 35 cm.
On the front side there are two solid doors and two mesh doors. The latter have feeders attached. The entire structure is raised 80 cm from the ground using legs.
The video shows industrial cages for rabbits:
Conclusion
Buying industrial cages for home rabbit breeding is expensive. It’s easier to assemble the house structure yourself, guided by the diagram.If you seriously decide to start rabbit breeding, then from the first profit you can think about purchasing factory-made models.
