Description of Hiplus rabbits
Hiplus rabbits are descendants of New Zealand, California and Belgian rabbits. The translation of the name from French means "addition". In this particular case, it is about adding improvements to the qualities of the predecessor breeds.
Rabbits of the Hiplus breed
This optimization took about 30 years. During this period, it was possible to increase the number of born rabbits from 8 to 12 pieces. Rabbits are similar to each other to such an extent that they are popularly called clones. The reproductive ability of a female lasts from 10 months to one year. The mother rabbit has 10 nipples, which allows her to safely feed a dozen babies.
Short description
The weight of these pets has increased compared to their ancestors. The meat yield at slaughter is almost 60%. Hiplus rabbits eat less than their predecessors, while their productivity is higher. Since rabbits have the biggest health problem with their digestive system, the breeding of this breed has improved the health of this organ.
Hyplus is considered a hybrid. This means that the continuation of the lineage from born babies is meaningless. The reason for this is the possible loss of genes collected in Hyplus. Genes can be lost due to the specifics of the hybrid: they do not have the ability to gain a foothold. Heterosis is also lost, which is the strongest in the first generation when breeds are crossed. These nuances cause difficulties for breeders, but this cross is worth it.
Usually farmers use rabbits in several ways to obtain meat production. The easiest way, suitable for beginners, is to acquire little rabbits, fatten and slaughter. The next method for more experienced farmers is to acquire California and New Zealand rabbits, cross them, and then proceed according to the first option. On large farms for breeding eared animals, the business of which is based on the sale of the Hiplus breed, the best way is to acquire the progenitors of the hybrid, get parents from them, and from the parents - to breed the target rabbits.
Features of the
Hiplus's parents and progenitors are hybrids, and there is no way to breed them as a normal breed. This is a rather time-consuming process that is practically beyond the control of amateurs and beginners. We have to constantly buy young growth. By crossing the crosses, the result is a supercross with extraordinary high-level characteristics.
Rabbit appearance
Outwardly, it is impossible to distinguish Hiplus from other rabbits. Only if you have a document that confirms this, you can be sure of this. Features include feeding the eared ears. To reveal the full potential of this cross, it is necessary to feed it only with high-quality food, the price of which is higher than usual. Every day, with proper care and maintenance, the rabbit gains 55 g of live weight. In adulthood, a pet can weigh more than 5 kg, which is just the way, because the rabbit belongs to the breeds of meat productivity.
Appearance Description:
- dense short limbs;
- compact cylindrical body;
- the head is slightly elongated, the neck is short;
- ears are small; since there are 3 types of main hybrids, the ears are pure white, black or gray;
- eyes are red or pink, rarely brown;
- the hairline is very thick: the main color is white, black, gray, there are also types of white with gray and black spots.
The main types of Hipluses: White standard, Giant white and Giant black-eyed.
Maintenance and care
Hiplus rabbits can live in a metal cage measuring 1 m by 40 cm. Ventilation must be installed in the room where animals live. The optimum temperature should be 19 ° C. This temperature is the most favorable for the reproductive function of animals. When the temperature deviates, development slows down, so does reproduction. In winter, a heater is installed, which is closed with a metal mesh (chain-link) from accidental touching of animals.
Be sure to remember about lighting. The light is left on for at least 14 hours a day (taking into account the time spent outdoors under daylight). This is especially true in winter, when it gets dark early and dawn late. Lamps should give soft light. Bright lamps heat up the room quickly. Heatstroke can occur in animals from overheating. Direct sunlight should not fall on the Hipluses.
Hiplus rabbit care
Care should be taken not to stress the rabbits. Frequent stress affects the productive function of the animal, including health in general. Like all animals, Hyplus need a comprehensive vaccination. In case of outbreaks of any disease in the herd, additional vaccinations are made. Nutrition must be approached responsibly. Mandatory adherence to the regimen, a properly composed diet, the inclusion of all important elements, vitamins, substances are the fundamental factors in the good health of animals. Hay, mixed feed, grass, hay flour are the basis on which the rest of the nutrition is based. The water should be clean and cool. Automatic nipple drinkers must ensure that drinking water is always available and clean.
Breeding
Fertilization is carried out artificially. A female can bring about 12 young rabbits at a time. About 20 rabbits are fertilized with the sperm of one rabbit. The male is capable of generating a fertilizing agent every week. After giving birth, after 18 days, the female is fertilized again and returned to the babies to continue feeding. After another 17 days, the rabbit is placed in a specially equipped cage for pregnancy, and the rabbits are left in place.
Further, as they grow older, the young also settle. There can be no more than 7 young rabbits in one cage. The breakdown of rabbits is carried out on the 78th day. Naturally, such an active reproductive lifestyle leaves a mark on the health of the Hiplus female, therefore, in this vein, she is used for no more than a year. Then it is the turn of the new rabbit.
Every 48 days, the rabbit brings the little rabbits. In one year, she gives birth 7 times to 12 cubs. One female gives at least 70 rabbits per year, maximum - 84. This is a profitable business that pays off in a fairly short time.
How to choose a rabbit
Any potential buyer wants to make the right choice and not make a mistake in it. In this case, this is not easy to do, because if you compare the photo of Hiplus and his parent, whose breed is completely different in parameters, it is not easy to distinguish them. The hybrid does not have a clearly fixed color. Pets can be white, white with black or gray spots, gray, black. As mentioned earlier, documentary evidence of breed affiliation is required.
It is advisable to pay attention to the behavior of the young when choosing. Animals should be active and have a good appetite. If the bunny is lethargic, sleepy, sits still more than plays, does not want to eat, or does it in very limited quantities, you should not buy it.When an animal is found to have bald patches, watery eyes, incomprehensible discharge from the ears, mouth or nasal cavity, one has to conclude that the rabbit is sick. If you notice any defects, you need to inform the owner of the farm about it, perhaps he himself does not know about it.
Any buyer is advised to conduct the purchase of an animal in cooperation with a veterinarian A specialist can conduct an inspection before purchasing, and he will accurately determine whether the rabbit is healthy, because there are problems that are difficult to notice for a non-professional.
The price of Hiplus is at least 20 euros per piece in the homeland of the cross, and if you count the export, customs duties, then the cost in our country can differ significantly. The direct destination of the hybrid is meat. You need to get an animal for this purpose. In this case, the financial costs of feeding and maintenance should be calculated in advance, so that later it does not turn out to be an unpleasant surprise. Compliance with sanitary standards, proper care, timely check-ups with a veterinarian is the key to a successful result. These efforts will more than pay off when selling Hiplus carcasses.