Libertyangora's fiber rabbit journal

[Hens and Roos]

from our experience with both Cali(meat rabbits) and French angora rabbits- the French angora are a lot lighter- think 2 French angora rabbits to make 1 Cali rabbit for meat because the angora's put all their energy into fiber. Not saying it cant be done, just providing you with some information

 

[Libertyangora]

The breeder I got the two I have now actually does breed for meat and fiber.
I'm not very good with calculations so I would probably just use the ones that get the biggest the fastest for meat, and the ones that may grow slower and be better for fiber would be either culled or kept just for fiber.

 

[Roving Jacobs]

I wouldn't spend $100 on a buck, especially if I only had one doe and a buck already.

My extras go for meat, but mainly for my dog since I'm not a big rabbit eater so it doesn't really matter if they aren't huge. I'm planning on tanning the pelts and doing something with them too once I get enough.

 

[Libertyangora]

He's an English angora with lines from a very well known rabbitry.

I've even seen English angoras go for 150 to $200 and not even have very good lines so it's a pretty good deal but I'm just not sure if I should do it.

 

[Libertyangora]

I'm also thinking about getting a satin angora early next year so then I will be able to breed him then.

 

[Libertyangora]

My first yarn! Super excited!!

 

[Libertyangora]

Is using terramicin for weepy eye safe for rabbits?

My doe has had it for around two weeks.

Until now I've been trying to clean it out with a warm damp paper towel.

but today I noticed a little bit of redness around her eye which I assume is infection.

 

[Hens and Roos]

not sure, we have used veterycin, I know that there is a veterycin eye wash.

Hope your doe starts improving- keep us posted!

 

[HomesteaderWife]

I would believe that Terramycin is safe for rabbits. It is a small and large animal product. I am not a veterinarian so I would suggest trying to contact one if you are hesitant to use this. But I have used it on dogs and cats.

"PRECAUTIONS: Allergic reactions may occasionally occur. Treatment should be discontinued if reactions are severe." from manufacturer label.
http://www.jefferspet.com/products/terramycin-eye-ointment

 

[Libertyangora]

Thanks! Hens and Roos I will post as she improves.

@HomesteaderWife thanks for the information! I will be going to Tractor supply co. In the morning to see if they have anything,

if they don't I will go to the local vet to see what they suggest.