French Lops In Ohio - Leah Lynch

10/12/2026

Looking at posed pictures of show wins is one of my favorite tricks to learning what to work towards.

This doe from Thompson 3B Rabbitry is SPOT ON!

Congratulations girls on your most recent win!

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Start saving your album of example rabbits to study.

10/11/2026

this is a really cool idea if you are trying to warm up babies

With cold weather right around the corner, I wanted to share something I’ve personally had success with that might help another rabbit breeder this winter! ❄️

Twice now, I’ve used an egg incubator to help bring chilled rabbit kits back around when I thought I was going to lose them.

I know the plastic bag in warm water method is commonly talked about in the rabbit community. I have used that method, but personally, I prefer using an incubator. It’s the method I’ve had success with twice now, and I wanted to share my experience in case it helps someone else!

One important thing to remember if you’re using an egg incubator is to turn the temperature down! Most incubators are set around 99.5°F for hatching eggs, but I lower mine to 98°F when using it for chilled rabbit kits. Always monitor the temperature closely, as overheating can be dangerous for tiny babies.

I’m definitely not saying to run out and buy an egg incubator just for this, but if you already have one sitting around, it’s something worth considering as we head into the colder months!

With winter coming, my incubator will definitely be out and ready to go for the cold season! 🥶🐇 Hopefully, I won’t need it, but I’d rather be prepared just in case!

We all have different experiences, and I’m always learning new things in this hobby. If sharing something I’ve learned can help even one other breeder, it’s worth talking about! ❤️

Now I’m curious! Have any of you used an egg incubator for chilled rabbit kits, or do you prefer the plastic bag in warm water method?

If you have other tips or tricks for helping chilled kits during the winter, share them below! Let’s help each other learn and keep those babies thriving this cold season! 🐰❄️

**chicks are hatching in the picture that's why the humidity is so high there isnt any kits in it atm i just wanted to add a picture with the post**

10/10/2026

Of course the week of the show my 3 Jr does would go into an awkward phase.

They were beautifully proportioned at 12 weeks but here we are at 14 weeks and we are longer and our heads don't match our bodies. 🥴

10/09/2026

The innocent look of "I don't want to pose." So I'll sit back on my butt. 🤦‍♀️ Really dude.

10/09/2026

A rabbit’s show record doesn’t automatically make it a good rabbit.

Whatever the win was, it simply means the rabbit was the best of all the rabbits that showed up that day.

One thing I really like about showing rabbits is that you really can use shows however you want.

You can chase sweepstakes points and show frequently if that's what you enjoy. Or you can go a handful of times a year, which is much more my style.

A good rabbit is still a good rabbit.

My favorite way to use shows is basically as confirmation that I'm headed in the right direction with the animals I've bred or chosen to keep.

It's not the deciding factor. But getting another experienced set of eyes on them helps me know whether I'm seeing what I think I'm seeing.

That's mostly what I'm doing this Saturday.
I'm taking our newest buck addition, a black chinchilla, along with the three young does I've kept from this year's litters.

The does will be very young juniors, and honestly, I don't expect anything from them as far as winning.

I'm taking them because I want to hear what the judge says.
I'll probably enter the youngsters in Show A and leave them out of Show B, while keeping the adults that have a better chance in both.

That's enough for me.

You certainly can stack up points in rabbits. There are sweepstakes, legs, awards and plenty of things you can work toward.

None of it changes the rabbit standing on the table in front of you.
I'd rather know how to look at that rabbit and understand its quality than rely on a piece of paper to tell me how good it is.

That's probably my favorite thing about showing.

I can go three or four times a year, get the feedback I need, learn something, and bring that information home to make better breeding decisions.

10/07/2026

I hope this page makes more people want to take raising livestock more seriously and that they have someone in their corner.

I want breeders to know there's nothing wrong with wanting to produce really good animals in a world where they are torn down by the media and every opportunity seeking social account.

There's nothing wrong with studying your breed, looking critically at what you're producing, admitting where your herd needs improvement, and spending years trying to make it better.

You don't have to apologize for wanting to be excellent at something.

My goal is to always be honest about what comes with it and never sugar coat it.

There will be days when you're standing in the rabbitry wondering why you're doing this at all.

Breedings won't work.
Litters won't turn out the way you planned.

You'll lose animals.

You'll make decisions you wish you'd made differently.

And sometimes you'll have to make a hard decision and then get up the next morning and feed everybody anyway.

That's part of raising livestock too.

I especially want younger people growing up around animals to experience some of that.

Because when another living thing depends on you, you learn pretty quickly that responsibility doesn't disappear because you're tired, frustrated, busy, or would rather be doing something else.
You learn patience.

You learn to solve problems.

You learn that improvement takes time.
And hopefully, you learn to take some pride in doing a job well.

That's also what I want for the people who eventually take home rabbits I've raised.
I can't promise anyone a perfect animal.

There is no such thing. But I can keep getting better and working to find the best animals I can.

I can keep making better breeding decisions.

I can pay attention to health, temperament, conformation and the traits my rabbits are actually passing.

And I can try to send people home with the best French Lop I'm capable of producing.

I've been doing this for more than 16 years, and I still have plenty I want to improve.
Maybe that's part of why I still enjoy it.

There is always something you can make better about your herd as a whole.

And if watching me work toward that gives somebody else who wants to do more with their own animals to have the courage to grow and improve then I've done my job.

10/05/2026

But when I say I want a French Lop with a good temperament, I don't mean I expect a 12-15 pound rabbit to be super easy for anyone to pick up and carry around.

They're BIG rabbits.
They need to be handled firmly, calmly and with confidence. If you're nervous and barely holding onto them because you're afraid you're going to hurt them, they're probably going to feel insecure too.

What I'm looking for is a rabbit that is reasonably calm and workable when handled correctly.

Can I get them out of the cage safely?

Can I pose them on a table?

Can I trim nails and groom them?

If something stresses them out, can they settle back down?

And most importantly as a breeder, do I want more rabbits with this temperament?

I'm actually working through that decision with one of my does right now.
She's proven that she can raise a large litter extremely well, which is something I really value in a brood doe.

But she's also more stressed and squirrely than I would prefer, and I've seen some of that same rambunctious temperament show up in her offspring.

So now I have to decide which matters more.

Being an excellent mother is a point in her favor.

Producing a temperament I don't necessarily want more of is a point against her.

That's the part of breeding people don't always see.

Sometimes you're choosing between two qualities you value instead of choosing between a "good" rabbit and a "bad" one.

And ultimately, I have to come back to the same question I use for most of my breeding decisions: Do I want more of what this rabbit produces?

Because if the answer keeps being no, eventually that makes the decision for me.

10/03/2026

This opal french lop buck is shaping up nicely. The side pose was a lucky snap so we can try for better later.

He is a super sweet boy but man he does not sit still. He would be a great pet or 4H project if there was a young person looking to get into showing the breed as well.

Ready October 18th with a pedigree and tattooed. Seventy five dollar deposit required to hold remaining amount of a hundred dollars is due at pickup.

10/02/2026

Are you growing out next year's hopefuls? Planning fall litters? Getting ready for shows? Cutting back for winter? Working on a specific trait?

I want to hear what everybody is working toward as we head into the last few months of the year.

10/01/2026

How I Grew Out a Litter of 13 Rabbits Without Sacrificing Condition

Managing a large litter of 13 rabbits is a challenge. See how I grew them out without sacrificing their condition.

Raising rabbit litters of this size requires careful attention to health and nutrition. I walk through how I managed 13 kits to reach eight weeks of age without losing quality or condition.

Whether you are new to rabbit breeding or looking to refine your process, growing out rabbits can be tough when space is tight. I share the weights of some the kits, including the smallest at 3 pounds 6 ounces, and explain my decision-making process for keeping four of them for my own rabbitry management.
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🧠 ABOUT THIS CHANNEL
I raise French Lop rabbits and share what actually works when it comes to breeding, raising, and managing a rabbitry.

I’ve been operating since 2009, and this channel reflects years of real-world experience not theory.

You’ll find straightforward guidance on rabbit care, breeding strategy, and how to evaluate quality without overcomplicating things or treating animals like something they’re not.

The goal is simple: care for rabbits well, make better decisions, and build a rabbitry that is both sustainable and effective.
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General Disclaimer
This content is based on my personal experience raising rabbits. It is for informational purposes only and should not replace professional advice.

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I am not a licensed veterinarian. For medical concerns, always consult a qualified vet.

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Outcomes in rabbit breeding, showing, and raising vary based on genetics, environment, and management. What works in my rabbitry may not produce the same results in yours.

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