-_BREEDING 
In BREEDING ‘rabbits, always take the doe 
to the buck’s hutch and put her inside. If 
she does not accept service, but fights or runs 
and squeals, take her out and try her again 
next day. If the doe proves persistent over 
a long period of, time, it is well to dispose of 
her for meat stock, as she certainly will not 
prove to be a desirable breeder. 
The doe and buck should be about the same 
age. By that I mean do not breed excessively 
young does to old bucks, although you will 
find some people advoeating breeding old 
bucks to young does and young bucks to old 
does. There may be something to be gained 
by this in some instances, but it is far better 
to breed animals in their:prime. In the long 
run you will get better results from the mating. 
As soon as the doe has accepted service, 
remove her to her own huteh:and let her alone. 
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