Deevabits Rabbit Farm

Deevabits Rabbit Farm Supporting farmers on commercial rabbit farming

Three things most beginner rabbit farmers skip — and then wonder why their first batch struggled.Before you spend a sing...
05/08/2026

Three things most beginner rabbit farmers skip — and then wonder why their first batch struggled.

Before you spend a single shilling on breeding stock, get these right:

1. Housing that controls the basics
Rabbits don't need a mansion. They need a dry floor, proper ventilation, and shade from afternoon heat. A poorly ventilated hutch will cost you more in sick animals than any other mistake you make early.

2. A feeding plan you can actually sustain
Know your feed sources before day one. Pellets, green fodder, water — in that balance, consistently. Inconsistent feeding is one of the top reasons new farmers see poor growth and low conception rates.

3. A market conversation before you have rabbits to sell
This one surprises people. Talk to your buyer, your aggregator, or your training contact before your doe kindles her first litter. Knowing where your rabbits are going keeps you farming with confidence, not panic.

Get these three in place first. The rabbits come after.

If you want to build this the right way — with proper breeding stock, structured training, and a market connection already waiting — Rabbit Farm by Deevabits is where serious rabbit agripreneurs start.

Most new rabbit farmers miss this — and it costs them weeks of wasted time.Your doe is not ready just because she looks ...
02/07/2026

Most new rabbit farmers miss this — and it costs them weeks of wasted time.

Your doe is not ready just because she looks healthy or has reached a certain age. There are 3 clear signs her body is actually telling you she is ready to breed:

1. Her v***a is red or deep pink and slightly swollen. A pale, dry v***a means she is not in heat. Check this first — it takes 5 seconds and saves you a failed mating.

2. She is restless and rubbing her chin on the cage. This is a hormonal behaviour. She is marking territory and signalling readiness. If your doe is usually calm but suddenly restless, pay attention.

3. She accepts the buck without fighting him off. A doe in heat will lift her hindquarters. A doe that is not ready will run, flatten herself, or turn aggressive. Never force a mating — it rarely results in a successful litter and stresses both animals.

Bonus: the best time to introduce your doe to the buck is in the early morning or evening when temperatures are cooler. Heat stress can suppress reproductive behaviour even in a ready doe.

Check the v***a. Watch the behaviour. Bring her to the buck, not the buck to the doe's cage — the doe in a familiar cage becomes territorial and will reject him.

Simple steps. Better results.

Follow Rabbit Farm by Deevabits for more practical tips that actually work on your farm.

Most beginners lose money in the first 90 days — not because rabbits are hard, but because they skipped three basics.Her...
23/06/2026

Most beginners lose money in the first 90 days — not because rabbits are hard, but because they skipped three basics.

Here's what to get right before you buy your first doe:

1. Housing first, rabbits second.
Your hutch must be ready, dry, and predator-proof before any animal arrives. A doe stressed by a new environment on day one will perform poorly from day one. Build or set up housing at least a week before stocking.

2. Know what you're feeding her — and why.
Rabbits thrive on quality hay, fresh greens, and a good pellet or formulated feed. The mistake most beginners make is feeding inconsistently or switching feeds too fast. Pick a feeding plan and stick to it from week one.

3. Understand her breeding cycle before she's in your hands.
A doe can be bred from around 4–5 months depending on the breed. If you don't know her cycle, her signs of readiness, and how to introduce a buck safely, you'll miss production windows and wonder why your farm isn't moving.

Get these three right and your first doe sets the tone for a serious operation — not a costly experiment.

We train on all of this and more at Rabbit Farm by Deevabits. Trainings are available on demand.

Drop a comment or DM us to book your slot.

21/06/2026

Unpopular opinion: rabbits are easier to start with than a vegetable garden.

No digging. No pesticides. No praying the rains come on time. A pair of rabbits in a simple hutch takes less space than a kitchen garden — and they multiply on a schedule you can actually plan around.

The hardest part isn't the farming. It's deciding to start.

What's holding you back from your first rabbits? Drop it in the comments — we've probably heard it before. 👇

The rabbit that goes home with you was not picked in a hurry.Every breeding animal here goes through a quiet routine — w...
18/06/2026

The rabbit that goes home with you was not picked in a hurry.

Every breeding animal here goes through a quiet routine — weight checks, temperament observation, feed conversion, lineage. We watch how they carry themselves in the pen. How they respond to handling. Whether the doe has the calm that makes her a good mother.

Most don't make the cut. The ones that do are the foundation of someone's farm.

That's the work behind the stock we sell — and why the rabbits you start with matter more than almost any other decision in this enterprise.

If you're building a rabbit farm and want to understand what to look for in quality breeding stock, come see it firsthand.

Comment "VISIT" or send us a message to arrange a farm visit.

A 3×3 metre space is enough to start a rabbit farm.That's roughly the size of a small store room — or the corner of a ba...
17/06/2026

A 3×3 metre space is enough to start a rabbit farm.

That's roughly the size of a small store room — or the corner of a backyard most people use to stack old tyres.

Rabbits don't need acres. They need clean hutches, good feed, and consistent care. A beginner can start with 2 does and 1 buck, build from the first litters, and scale only when the income justifies it.

The land excuse has kept more people out of rabbit farming than any real barrier ever has.

If you have questions about setting up your first hutch and choosing the right breeding stock, drop them below — we answer every one.

What your rabbit eats today shapes tomorrow.Fresh greens aren't a treat — they're the foundation. Gut health, coat condi...
14/06/2026

What your rabbit eats today shapes tomorrow.

Fresh greens aren't a treat — they're the foundation. Gut health, coat condition, energy, lifespan. It all starts in the feed bowl.

Give them the best start. 🌿

👉 Follow for daily rabbit care tips that actually work.

12/06/2026

Which rabbit breed is running your hutch? 🐇

California White, New Zealand, Chinchilla, or something else entirely — every farmer has their reason, and we want to hear yours.

Drop your breed in the comments and tell us one thing you love about it. Let's build a little knowledge pool right here.

👇 What are you keeping?

📢 Update NoticeDue to public demand and the current economic situation, we have revised our buying price for live rabbit...
11/06/2026

📢 Update Notice

Due to public demand and the current economic situation, we have revised our buying price for live rabbits to KES 300 per kg, effective immediately.

Thank you for your continued support, understanding, and partnership. We appreciate every farmer who works with us. 🐇🙏

We heard you. The economy is speaking loudly right now, and this is our response to that reality.

To every farmer growing with us — thank you. Drop a comment or send us a message if you have questions about the new rate.

This is where deevabits starts. 🐇Not in a boardroom. Not on a screen. Right here — in the hands of someone who decided t...
10/06/2026

This is where deevabits starts. 🐇

Not in a boardroom. Not on a screen. Right here — in the hands of someone who decided that rabbit farming was worth betting on.

Every healthy kit you raise, every doe that performs, every meal that ends up on a table — it traces back to this moment.

If you're ready to start yours, we're ready to walk with you.

👉 Follow this page to learn how real rabbit farmers are making it work.

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Makuyu

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Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday 14:00 - 17:00

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