It was before Christmas when Silas started telling us he would like to raise rabbits. He would mention it here and there. Then, after Christmas he told me he was serious and would like to use his money to invest in a rabbit business. He did tons of research and prepared a whole presentation of why he should raise rabbits. It was quite impressive!!
Patrick and I decided to let him go for it!
The first hurdle to tacke is where to keep them. Several years ago Josh had gotten into raising rabbits for meat. It went well at first, until it was obvious that he was allergic to them! The set up was also inclosed, so it made it pretty hard to take care of them. Silas talked to Josh and he said he could have all of his old cages and supplies. Silas just needed to rework them.
With a bunch of help from his Daddy, they reworked the cages and created a really cool rabbit area. I think we should call it the Briar Patch. :o) AFter talking with Callie, she decided to join in on the adventure with him!
Now they just needed to buy a couple of rabbit! He researched the breeds and decided on Holland Lops. We looked and looked. He was being so careful with his budget. We decided to go to an auction where they had livestock. He found the cutest female Holland Lop!
She's white and fluffy and has floppy ears.
They named her Snow White.
They've been doing great taking care of her!
Now she just needs a couple of friends, don't you think?
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