The Rabbit: Husbandry, health and production

A complete reference on domesticated rabbit production, covering breeding, management, feeding and health across commercial and backyard systems. Includes reproductive management, disease control and chapters on small scale production in low resource settings.

Steven D. Lukefahr, James I. McNitt, Peter R. Cheeke

A field handbook that walks through selecting a breed, building hutches, feeding, breeding and managing health. Written for development workers setting up rabbit projects from scratch, with clear illustrations throughout.

Peace Corps

A practical manual for beginning farmers covering stock selection, common breeds, housing and cage sizes, sanitation, ventilation, handling and nutrition. Includes feeding programmes and body type standards.

Government of Nova Scotia

An introduction to raising meat rabbits on a small farm, covering breeds, housing, feeding, reproduction, processing and marketing. Includes a case study and a sample budget you can adapt to your own operation.

Anne Fanatico and Camille Green