Mission Statement
This post is going to tell you what we are and what we aren't.
What we are is a small 15 hole rabbitry striving to breed Rex rabbits to the S.O.P according to the NRRC (National Rex Rabbit Club). Our focus is on Health first and foremost.
Our second focus is Temperament. Breeding rabbits is a relaxing hobby for me. I work in an automotive factory and typically work 6/7 days a week. I enjoy playing with my rabbits, and having healthy friendly rabbits that are good mothers / easy breeders makes things so much more enjoyable.
3rd priority is Type. Breeding the best typed rabbits as close to the standard of the Rex breed as possible shows respect for the breed and for the hobby. That said, I am not a nationally ranked Rex breeder, nor do I aspire to be. I do not show due to time constraints as well as the potential for health risks to my rabbits. With only having 15 holes, if I were to take 5 rabbits to a show and those 5 rabbits got exposed to sickness at the show, that would wipe out 1/3 of my herd. That's not a risk I'm willing to take. That doesn't mean if I take a notion, and I've got time off work that I won't attend a show, but as a rule I don't show in person at this time. That said, with the risks of RHDV, in person showing is changing and I do and will show virtually.
4th is Fur. Rex rabbits are a commercial breed, but also a fur breed and good fur is important.
5th is Color. Color is usually the first thing people notice about a rabbit, but it's actually one of the least important attributes. It is however an important one and shouldn't be neglected, just properly prioritized!
Sales Policy
No rabbits will be sold before 8 weeks and often 12 weeks or longer. It takes time to grow rabbits out long enough to determine if we'll be keeping them to add to our breeding program. Sometimes a rabbit that isn't available at 8-10 weeks may become available at 16 weeks or 6 months, it all depends on how they grow and change.
We do not guarantee any rabbits performance on the show table or the breeding barn. We have no way of knowing how a rabbit will perform for you or if they will breed for you. We will be upfront about the flaws we see in a rabbit and will point out any DQ's that may be present, but if you are wanting to show, it is your responsibility as a buyer to educate yourself about the breed standard and to determine if a kit is something you want to add to your breeding program. That said, I will be brutally honest in evaluating a kit for you and would NEVER intentionally "oversell" a rabbit to you!
We do not offer a health guarantee. Rabbits are delicate creatures and easily stressed which can cause them to become sick. We do our very best to sell healthy rabbits but cannot guarantee them after they leave our care. It is the responsibility of the buyer to examine rabbit for health and or any DQ's before leaving with said rabbit. Again, I cannot communicate enough how fragile rabbits can be. You can literally have a healthy appearing rabbit at 8 am that is dead by noon. It happens. If you aren't prepared for the realities of raising/breeding rabbits perhaps you'd best reconsider the hobby. I'm not trying to be rude, just real. :)
Now, all that said, I do enjoy hearing from buyers and encourage you to contact me via facebook messenger, commenting here, or email at twohotmessesrabbitry@gmail.com with any questions, comments, or concerns. I have nothing to hide and enjoy talking rabbits. I do work a lot, so give me time to respond.
Pricing (Subject to Change)
Rex Jr's (under 6 months) start at $40.00 per rabbit.
Jr. Pairs start at $75.00
Jr. Rex Trio (any combination of sex) start at $100.00
Anything quantity over 3 will start at $25.00 each extra rabbit.
For example - 5 rabbits = $150.00
I will occasionally have Rex Sr's for sale and they will be priced on an individual basis, depending on performance and quality. I again want to say however, I am not a nationally ranked Rex breeder and my prices will reflect that. Most Sr's will be in the $50-$75.00 range.
If you want to become a very serious and competitive Rex breeder, I urge you to join the National Rex Rabbit Club and to contact some of the nationally ranked breeders to purchase your stock from. Attend some shows and talk to as many people as you can. We are fortunate to live in an area with some outstanding breeders within easy driving distance. I bought the best stock I could afford to get started with myself and yet there is always room to breed up so to speak. As they say, winners aren't bought they are bred!
