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Our Californian Rabbits
Californians are one of the most practical and gentle breeds you can keep on a homestead. Developed in the 1920s in Southern California, the breed was created for meat and fur, and it remains a favorite for good reason: solid muscling, efficient growth, and a calm, easygoing temperament.
You'll recognize them by their crisp white coats and dark "points" on the nose, ears, feet, and tail. A mature Californian typically weighs 8 to 10½ pounds, with a compact, meaty build.
Why we chose Californians. We wanted a breed that works hard without being fussy. Californians are known for being docile and easy to handle, for having good mothering instincts, and for producing well-fleshed kits with a high meat-to-bone ratio. They do well in our hutch setups.
How we raise them. Our rabbits are housed in spacious hutches with shade and airflow. They eat quality pellets, fresh hay, garden greens, and clean water at all times. We keep our herd small so every animal gets daily attention.
Part of the whole homestead. Our rabbits are woven into how we farm. Their manure is a gold-standard fertilizer for our CSA gardens, since it can go straight onto beds without composting first. They also provide sustainable, humanely raised meat for our family and customers.
Available from us: breeding stock, kits, meat, manure . Locally only.
Our Californian Rabbits
Californians are one of the most practical and gentle breeds you can keep on a homestead. Developed in the 1920s in Southern California, the breed was created for meat and fur, and it remains a favorite for good reason: solid muscling, efficient growth, and a calm, easygoing temperament.
You'll recognize them by their crisp white coats and dark "points" on the nose, ears, feet, and tail. A mature Californian typically weighs 8 to 10½ pounds, with a compact, meaty build.
Why we chose Californians. We wanted a breed that works hard without being fussy. Californians are known for being docile and easy to handle, for having good mothering instincts, and for producing well-fleshed kits with a high meat-to-bone ratio. They do well in our hutch setups.
How we raise them. Our rabbits are housed in spacious hutches with shade and airflow. They eat quality pellets, fresh hay, garden greens, and clean water at all times. We keep our herd small so every animal gets daily attention.
Part of the whole homestead. Our rabbits are woven into how we farm. Their manure is a gold-standard fertilizer for our CSA gardens, since it can go straight onto beds without composting first. They also provide sustainable, humanely raised meat for our family and customers.
Available from us: breeding stock, kits, meat, manure . Locally only.