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The Stigma Around Quitting We’ve all heard the adages: “Nobody likes a quitter.” “When the going gets tough…” But sometimes, quitting is the tough and wise choice. As a society, we've come to view quitting as a personal failure—a weakness to overcome rather than a calculated decision. The truth is, not every endeavor is meant to succeed. And sometimes the most responsible thing you can do—for yourself, your animals, or your family—is to let go and walk away. Unpopular Opinion: Mercy Over Ego in Animal Rescue Here’s where some folks might click away—and that’s okay. Animal rescues serve a purpose, but at times, their efforts cross a line from compassionate to cruel. In our attempt to “save” animals at all costs, we often end up prolonging suffering rather than easing it. Take rabbits, for example. Prey animals to their core, they are wired for flight—not for prolonged recovery or adaptation. When we try to rehabilitate severely injured rabbits by outfitting them wit...

One of the many things rabbit breeders love about rabbits is the supposed ease with which they breed — you know, like rabbits . But this reputation can be misleading. The truth is, rabbits can run into the same kindling complications as any other animal. Good Breeding Starts with Good Breeders Prevention is your best friend here. Start by breeding only does with solid breeding conformation — namely, those who aren’t “pinched in the hind.” You can assess this by flipping your doe on her back and checking her foot base. Ideally, her heels should fall wide apart, and her feet should sit perpendicular to each other. We’re breeding to improve our lines, so both bucks and does should show these traits. Age and Condition Matter Your doe shouldn’t just be old enough — she needs to be ready . Age: Large breeds like New Zealands or Californians can technically breed at 4 months, but they’re not truly sexually mature until 6–8 months. I’ve had much better long-term success starting does...