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How quickly do rabbits gain weight and what feed helps them grow?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Farm Animal | Goat | Female | 2 lbs

Hello I am Hassan. A pharmacist, the question is what is the weight gaining speed of different rabbit species of the world. B/c i am interested in rabbit farming. Please give me exact figures of weight gaining per month. And at which feed combination. Hoping for your helpful answer and advice.

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on January 9th, 2019

Since this is a very detailed question that would take up more space than I have to answer, your best bet is to research online the various breeds you are interested in raising. Most will have specifics on them such as adult weight and size, purpose (meat, show, etc), and can answer the lengthy question you have. As for feeding, that also depends on your ultimate goal, as what you feed will depend on the rabbit (is it breeding, for show, gaining weight for meat production?). Usually, a good base diet, along with plenty of hay and fresh greens can provide a good, balanced diet. You are also more than welcome to ask one of our exotics/small animal experts through a consultation where you can get a more in-depth answer to any other questions!

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