Living Sustainably I know when I go to the grocery store I am shocked at the meat sources. Due to health reasons I am unable to eat red meat. There are few choices and looks terrible. Rabbit meat is so healthy that raising your own is the way to go. Good job!
is the burrow protection screen on the bottom actually neccessariy if you are growing out for butchering? I was under the impression that rabbits didnt start burrowing till they were a bit older, and that if you butcher them before they reach that stage then the bottom screen is not needed. Is that incorrect?
Great video. Very nice tractor. A product called " mule tape " makes great handles. You should be able to find it from building supply stores or electrical contractors supply stores. One thing I would suggest is attaching the handle lower so your son can move them.
It’s holding fine, three years later. I don’t raise rabbits anymore but I took the wire off the bottom and use it to tractor some meat chickens from time to time, or put it on concrete and use it as a puppy play pen.
Looks good! Only criticism I would have is either take the the rabbits out when you move the tractor, or remake the bottom with a mesh small enough that their paws can’t get stuck in it.
Thanks! Never had an issue with feet getting caught in over two years of use. The rabbits easily "ride" on the wire when it's moved and the larger holes allow for grass to easily protrude so the rabbits can enjoy it.
The roofing panels are plastic and white so they reflect rather than absorb heat. The aluminum panels on the sides also reflect more heat than they retain so the rabbits stay very comfortable.
I have a rabbit tractor that I built that similar to yours. Mine has wire on the bottom as well but in my hide I have hardware cloth on the bottom in the hide so when I drag the tractor their feet don’t get caught and ran over. Have you had any issues with that?
That sounds like a great idea! Although I haven't had any problems with the rabbits getting their feet stuck. They're pretty good about "riding" the wire.
Oh boy. Those are VERY nice. Wondering if some wheels on one end, that still allow the cage to still rest on the ground, but become usable, when tilting it up to move it. Kinda like those totes that roll under a bed. RE rabbits as a meat source: I've heard they don't have much fat on them, and so they are not good for a sole source of meat, but a supplemental one. Our brains need a little fat to function properly.
Unfortunately, when using wood for animals that chew on wood, the option of using pressure treated wood is a no go for me. Fortunately for me though, It's been nearly a year since I built the second tractor in this video and about a year and a half since I built the first. They're both holding up just fine. Cheers!
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So what do you think about rabbits as a meat source?
Living Sustainably I know when I go to the grocery store I am shocked at the meat sources. Due to health reasons I am unable to eat red meat. There are few choices and looks terrible. Rabbit meat is so healthy that raising your own is the way to go. Good job!
It’s delicious. I can’t wait to get out of this apartment and get some bunnies! I like the tractor option too, it’s just a better life for them.
Rabbit is delicious. I butcher them young so they are more delectable. Also much easier to process when small. Domestic rabbit liver is the best.
I’m curious if you’ve done this, I’m looking into it for where I live in a small town.
Love this , easy to do. Simple directions. Perfect timing for me I was looking for something, now I know. Thanks. New subscriber here
Great, well done video! Really appreciate it!
Nice job on making sure the audio is great. Makes all the difference when you listen to it at 1.5 speed.
Great video! Don’t give up. The channel will catch fire if you keep going. You’re a natural.
I would love more videos like this. Very well explained and easy to follow. I subscribed, good luck. 🥰🙏🏻👍
How about a follow up video on this tractor with the wire on the bottom.
I enjoyed this video and the little barrel housing is a great idea. New sub here thank you for sharing.
is the burrow protection screen on the bottom actually neccessariy if you are growing out for butchering? I was under the impression that rabbits didnt start burrowing till they were a bit older, and that if you butcher them before they reach that stage then the bottom screen is not needed. Is that incorrect?
Great video. Very nice tractor. A product called " mule tape " makes great handles. You should be able to find it from building supply stores or electrical contractors supply stores. One thing I would suggest is attaching the handle lower so your son can move them.
How did your tractor wear? I just saw it after 3 years.
It’s holding fine, three years later. I don’t raise rabbits anymore but I took the wire off the bottom and use it to tractor some meat chickens from time to time, or put it on concrete and use it as a puppy play pen.
Nice rabbit tractor
How does the wire bottom hold up when moving them no feet getting caught in the mesh?
They just ride on the wire. Never had any body's feet get caught.
I like the design. I'm thinking about using pvc instead of wood. I'm in Florida. Also I will have to anchor them.
Pvc would last longer and be much lighter. I chose wood specifically to give it a little more weight so a good gust of wind wouldn't blow it over.
Looks good! Only criticism I would have is either take the the rabbits out when you move the tractor, or remake the bottom with a mesh small enough that their paws can’t get stuck in it.
Thanks! Never had an issue with feet getting caught in over two years of use. The rabbits easily "ride" on the wire when it's moved and the larger holes allow for grass to easily protrude so the rabbits can enjoy it.
@@ThePrognoid fair enough
nice work
Love the build but with the metal do the rabbits cook in the sun?
The roofing panels are plastic and white so they reflect rather than absorb heat. The aluminum panels on the sides also reflect more heat than they retain so the rabbits stay very comfortable.
How is it moving do you rabbits get their legs caught in wire
Never had them get caught in there. They ride with their feet on the wire
I have a rabbit tractor that I built that similar to yours. Mine has wire on the bottom as well but in my hide I have hardware cloth on the bottom in the hide so when I drag the tractor their feet don’t get caught and ran over. Have you had any issues with that?
That sounds like a great idea! Although I haven't had any problems with the rabbits getting their feet stuck. They're pretty good about "riding" the wire.
Use some fender washers on the straps and they shouldn't pull out. #10 x 1" should do it.
Oh boy. Those are VERY nice. Wondering if some wheels on one end, that still allow the cage to still rest on the ground, but become usable, when tilting it up to move it. Kinda like those totes that roll under a bed.
RE rabbits as a meat source: I've heard they don't have much fat on them, and so they are not good for a sole source of meat, but a supplemental one. Our brains need a little fat to function properly.
I was thinking about adding some lawnmower wheels to work exactly like you described!
Untreated will last about 3 months!
Unfortunately, when using wood for animals that chew on wood, the option of using pressure treated wood is a no go for me. Fortunately for me though, It's been nearly a year since I built the second tractor in this video and about a year and a half since I built the first. They're both holding up just fine. Cheers!