Proposed Culling Procedure

If you've read my rabbitry resolutions for 2011, you know that I am developing a culling schedule or picking out the best juniors. After consideration, I've put together these steps. I will try them out soon to see if they're satisfying.

4 Weeks

-Pick out obvious DQs

-Remove obvious False Dwarfs

-Remove undesirable colors

-Make note of nicely balanced babies and kits with smooth hindquarters

8-10 Weeks

-Remove other False Dwarfs

-Check for mismatched toenails

-Evaluated width, depth, and roundness

5-6 Months

-Make Final decisions on body and color

-Look for developing block heads

-Try to stick with short ears

8-9 Months

-Evaluate coat (when in condition)

-Evaluate production capabilities