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There are many requirements for industrial rabbit cages. The main ones are: ensuring the comfort of living for animals and ease of maintenance. Under these conditions, rabbits gain weight faster. Increasing productivity allows farm owners to profit from rabbit breeding. Industrial cages are usually made from steel mesh, but wooden elements may also be present.
Varieties of industrial models
Cages for industrial breeding of rabbits are produced in different types. Designs are stationary for indoor and outdoor installation, mobile, as well as with an aviary. Since rabbits can be kept outdoors and indoors, the housing arrangement for them varies greatly:
- For growing animals on the street, one-sided cages are used. They are placed along a wall or a solid fence without slots. The back and side walls are solid. This approach is due to the protection of rabbits from wind and precipitation.
- When keeping rabbits indoors, bilateral structures are used. They are completely made of steel mesh, which allows for effective ventilation.
Keeping more than 100 heads indoors is difficult. Such a number of rabbits are usually bred on the street. A feature of the house, designed for the street keeping of rabbits, is its unlimited size.
Usually 6 types of cells are used in rabbit breeding:
- In group cages contain young rabbits. That is, young animals that were weaned from a rabbit at the age of 1–1,5 months. Rabbits are divided into two groups: individuals for slaughter and continuation of offspring. The rabbits of the last group are divided by gender. Slaughter young animals are kept in groups of 8–10 goals. The dimensions of the cage are calculated so that 0,12 m falls on one individual.2 area. Breeding rabbits are placed on 6-8 heads, allocating 0,17 m for each animal2 area. When breeding rabbits outdoors, a shed roof is installed above the houses from a waterproof roof. On the street, a cage for young animals is placed raised from the ground, and indoors they provide maximum light and fresh air.
- At the age of three months, breeding males are seated in separate cages, and females are grouped into three individuals. Slaughter males can be kept in groups, but they must be castrated. Cage sizes for rabbits of this age depend on the breed. Usually, a structure with a width of 1,2 m and a height of 40 cm is enough. The feeder and drinker on the rabbit cage are attached to the lattice outside so that the animals do not turn them over.
- When 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 you to save space as much as possible. Shed is common in the southern regions and is installed on the street. At the same time, the distance from the ground to the bottom of the module of the first tier is 60 cm. The depth of the shed is made a maximum of 1 m, and the width is 2 m. A concrete base is often poured under the structure, and the bottom of each module is equipped with a manure collection tray.
- Double cages are used to keep two adult rabbits. It can be males or females. The interior space of the rabbit housing is divided by a partition made of mesh or plywood. The floor is knocked down from the rails. During the birthing period, a mother liquor with a hole 20×20 cm is placed in the female.
- Double cages with an aviary are designed for keeping females with rabbits. The dimensions of the structure are 220x65x50 cm. When equipping such housing, they make a common hole in the aviary.
- A summer house for a rabbit can be used in the country. It is installed in a dry shaded place under the trees. Housing dimensions 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 we will now consider what factory designs are.
Overview of industrial models
Now we will review the industrial cages used for breeding rabbits. They are suitable for farms and the private sector.
“Okrol”
The Okrol model is used for industrial rabbit breeding. In the design of the cage, everything is thought out so that it is convenient to operate it. 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 divided by a partition or put inside a mother liquor. On the upper tier, there are sixteen cages for keeping young animals.
The cage is equipped with a special design of feeders. Rabbits cannot scoop food out of them, and the perforated bottom filters out dust impurities from the feed. The cage is made of steel mesh with a galvanized coating. Each module is fixed in a frame equipped with steel racks. If there is a lot of free space, “Okrol” can be used in domestic rabbit breeding.
Practice FR-231
Model “Practice FR-231” is represented by a two-tier design and is intended for industrial rabbit breeding. At the lower level, installation of twelve queen cells is allowed. An additional six nests can be placed on the upper tier. This allows you to bring the total number of queen cells to eighteen pieces. Model “Practice FR-231” is being converted for keeping young animals for fattening. The cage can accommodate up to 90 heads.
The design is designed according to the type of transformer, which allows it to be adjusted to a certain 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. “FR-231 Practice” is suitable for home use.
Industrial model of Zolotukhin
The scheme of the cell is quite simple. The design may consist of one or two tiers. Most often, these cages are used to keep young animals. The Zolotukhin model does not provide for the uterine compartment. The female will have to breed directly on the floor. In summer, this option is allowed. It is only necessary to put hay in time for the rabbit to make a nest.
The feeders are attached from the outside directly to the net. They are made removable or tilting for easy cleaning. Water is supplied from the tank through the automatic drinker. The Zolotukhin model is popular with private and industrial breeding of rabbits.
Mikhailov industrial model
The photo shows drawings with the dimensions of Mikhailov’s cell. The thoughtful design greatly simplifies the care of rabbits. Feed in the feeders can be filled periodically 1-2 times in 7 days. A cone-shaped pallet is installed below the floor. The design allows you to automatically divert manure into a sealed container. Rabbit housing always remains dry, clean and requires little or no 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.
Cells from the Research Institute of Fur and Rabbit Breeding
The cell drawings presented for rabbits were developed at the Research Institute. They are intended for keeping adults. The design consists of two compartments. A mother liquor is installed near the side wall. The floor in this area is made of solid board. The aft section is separated by a partition with a 17×17 cm manhole. Steel mesh is used for the flooring. Mother liquor dimensions:
- depth – 55 cm;
- length – 40 cm;
- height from the entrance – 50 cm, and from the back – 35 cm.
On the front side there are two solid doors and two mesh doors. On the latter – feeders are fixed. The whole structure is raised 80 cm from the ground with the help of legs.
The video shows industrial cages for rabbits:
Conclusion
Buying industrial cages for home rabbit breeding is expensive. It is easier, guided by the scheme, to assemble the structure of the house yourself. If you seriously decide to go into rabbit breeding, then from the first profit you can think about purchasing factory-made models.