Californian Rabbit

Californian Rabbit – Complete Description

About Californian Rabbits
Californian Rabbit is one of the most popular rabbit breeds in the world. It is known for its beautiful
white body with black ears, nose, feet, and tail. Californian rabbits are calm, fast-growing, hardy, and
excellent breeders.

Size & Weight
• Adult Weight: 3.5–5.5 kg
• Body Length: 35–50 cm
• Lifespan: 5–10 years
• Color: White body with black nose, ears, feet, and tail
• Strong and compact body structure

Food Habits
Californian Rabbits enjoy:
• Timothy hay
• Green grass
• Lucerne (Alfalfa) hay in moderation
• Rabbit pellets
• Coriander leaves
• Mint leaves
• Carrot leaves
• Spinach (small quantity)
• Fresh vegetables
• Fresh clean water

Daily Water Requirement
500 ml–1.5 liters of clean water per day.

Foods to Avoid
Do NOT feed:
• Chocolate
• Onion
• Garlic
• Avocado
• Moldy hay or spoiled feed
• Sugary foods and sweets
• Rotten vegetables
• Excess bread and biscuits

Breeding Information
• Sexual maturity: 5–6 months
• Recommended breeding age: 6–8 months
• Gestation period: 28–31 days
• Average litter size: 6–10 baby rabbits (kits)
• Healthy females can produce several litters per year

Baby Rabbit Care
• Babies are born hairless and blind
• Eyes open after 10–12 days
• Mother’s milk is essential for the first 4–6 weeks
• Gradually introduce hay and pellets
• Keep babies warm, clean, and dry

Maintenance & Care
Housing
• Clean and spacious rabbit cage
• Good ventilation
• Dry bedding
• Protection from rain, heat, and predators

Daily Care
• Fresh hay daily
• Clean drinking water always available
• Regular cage cleaning
• Exercise space for movement

Health Care
• Regular veterinary checkups
• Deworming when required
• Nail trimming periodically
• Clean environment to prevent disease

Special Features
• Fast-growing rabbit breed
• Excellent breeding performance
• Strong mothering ability
• Calm and friendly temperament
• Easy to maintain
• Popular for breeding and farming worldwide

Contact Information
For Californian Rabbit pairs, breeding pairs, and premium livestock inquiries, contact:
Sri Krishna Poultry Farm
7795553935
9741235052