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In this episode, we tackle one of the biggest challenges new rabbit raisers face: how early excitement turns into hesitation, and how domestication syndrome leads beginners to treat livestock like pets. We explain why processing day becomes such a mental roadblock—and how to avoid that from day one.

To wrap it up, I share two hunting stories—Juan’s first deer and the late-season 8-point I tagged during muzzleloader. Reminders of why we raise our own food and practice these skills.

Juan's First Deer
Late Season Buck in a Blizzard

1. Build Your Setup First
2. Create a Processing Station Early
3. Map Out a Breeding Schedule
4. Track Everything
5. Set a Clear First Goal
   

1. Use Your Processing Station Often
   Monthly use builds confidence and keeps your program moving.
2. Review Records Weekly
   Seeing progress keeps you motivated and focused.
3. Maintain Equipment
   Sharp knives and solid cages prevent procrastination.
4. Stick to Your Breeding Calendar
   Missed dates slow the whole system, so stay on schedule.
5. Remember Your “Why”
   Food security, self-sufficiency, and a full freezer will keep you committed.

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It’s that time of year again — when the chores are caught up, the rabbitry’s on autopilot, and I can finally disappear into the woods. In this episode, I walk you through the first half of my hunting vacation — the heartbreak of a missed buck, the lessons learned, and the hunt that finally came together.
We’ll also chat about listener emails, new video projects, and what’s next for the rabbitry and the podcast. Grab a coffee, settle in, and let’s talk bucks, bees, and backyard living.

Hunting Video:
How a Bad Wind Turned Into My Best Hunt Yet

Lighted Nocks

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Success in the rabbitry starts with focus and systems. In this episode of The Focused Rabbit Raiser, learn how to think like a business owner, not just a breeder, by structuring your rabbitry like the franchise powerhouse that perfected the art of systems, McDonald’s: easy tasks, clear processes, consistent results. Plus, we highlight two powerful books to sharpen your business mindset and share an update on Michigan’s deer season and Bobby’s Bucks YouTube videos.

Homestead Magic Balm

Bobby’s Bucks Videos

The E-myth Revisited

Awaken The Giant

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In this episode, we dive into the keys to breeding rabbits successfully and achieving bigger litters. We break down rabbit fertility, the role of estrogen, and how timing impacts results. Beyond breeding, we also tackle the business side of rabbits, sharing how to think differently about selling, what a truly effective niche market system looks like, and strategies to stand out in today’s rabbitry world. Plus, you’ll get a detailed update on what’s happening at our rabbitry right now.

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In this episode of The Rabbitry Center Podcast, we take Stephen R. Covey’s timeless classic The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (first published in 1989, I accidently say 1986 in the podcast intro) and adapt it directly to rabbitry life. Running a rabbitry isn’t just a chores—it’s about mindset, and building healthy relationships with customers.

We’ll walk through 7 practical habits, like staying ahead, defining your vision, prioritizing what matters, creating win-win business practices, listening to your customers, working as a team, and recharging so you don’t burn out.

Whether you’re raising rabbits for meat, breeding stock, or pets, these habits will help you run a smoother, healthier, and more profitable rabbitry.

📖 Link to Stephen R. Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

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In this episode of The Rabbitry Center Podcast, we start with simple upgrades you can make to improve your rabbitry, then dive into protein %(skip intro 8:15), then smart scheduling strategies to keep your operation running smoothly, rain or shine.

You’ll also learn how to plan ahead for changing weather and, most importantly, proven techniques to keep baby rabbits alive and thriving.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced breeder, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you prevent losses and boost your success.

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Rabbit Giving Birth

Solar Trail cam

Solar Fence Charger Wire

Freebies plans and diagrams

Helpful Rabbitry tips

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In this episode, we dive into what it takes to operate a rabbitry in the heat of summer. especially in humid climates like Michigan. We cover practical tips to keep your rabbits cool and healthy, what breeds handle heat best (including the TAMUK composite), how to manage fly control and odor, and whether breeding in July is worth the effort.

Plus, we talk about something often forgotten: how to make summer easier on you, the breeder. From automating chores to managing burnout, this episode is packed with real-world strategies to keep you and your rabbits thriving through the hottest part of the year.

🔹 What to feed and forage
🔹 Breeds built for heat
🔹 DIY cooling setups
🔹 Manure management hacks
🔹 Summer breeding dos and don’ts
🔹 And why July might be your best planning month of the year

Whether you're new to rabbits or deep into your breeding program, this one’s a must-listen for hot weather success. 🐇☀️

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In this episode, Bobby is joined by co-host Rusty for a lighthearted and thoughtful conversation about why rabbits are so cute, from their floppy ears and twitchy noses to their wide-eyed expressions. But it’s more than just looks. Bobby and Rusty explore how domestication shaped rabbit traits to work in harmony with humans, and they share a few fascinating quotes from rabbit history and studies that reveal why rabbits might just be here to feed the world.

After the first 15 minutes of laughs and reflection, Bobby takes the reins and delivers a deep dive into managing your rabbitry during the high-pressure months of June and July. You'll learn:

• How to keep improving your rabbitry
• How often to breed does and when in the heat
• Tips for keeping rabbits cool and hydrated
• What to grow in your garden to feed your herd
• How to cut costs without cutting corners
• How to run a sustainable, low-stress rabbitry

This episode blends heart and hands-on wisdom, to keep your rabbitry thriving through summer.

FOUR PAWS International
How the Rabbit Was Domesticated

Wikipedia – Domestication Syndrome
Domestication syndrome in animals and plants

Heliyon Journal (via PubMed Central)
Social, ethical, environmental, economic and technological aspects of rabbit meat production

University of Oxford
The history of domestication: A rabbit’s tale

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COMMENTS & QUESTIONS?
bobby@therabbitrycenter.com
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The Rabbitry Center's Online Courses
Take Your Rabbitry To The Next Level-Never Expires, but the deal does!
____________________________
Record Your Breeding
The Rabbitry Center's Kindling Calendar/Date Calculator
Kindling Calendar is emailed to you immediately after purchase
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List Your Rabbitry on the Map, $15.00 On sale Limited time only!
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