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Hidden Mountain Here we breed quality and affordable New Zealand and Californian rabbits. Feel free to message us!

One thing that makes us stand out at Hidden Mountain is that we don’t just TALK and post stuff to impress you or lead yo...
29/01/2025

One thing that makes us stand out at Hidden Mountain is that we don’t just TALK and post stuff to impress you or lead you to believe anything other than we own what we advertise, and we breed to perfect. All of our photos are photos of our breeding stock. We will never sell something that we do not physically have in possession. False promises, false advertisement…. It’s not us.

Here are some photos of our Hycole x Nz White breeders. 🐇

LINEBREEDINGTechnically speaking in terms of rabbit breeding, what we call linebreeding is also inbreeding. Linebreeding...
28/01/2025

LINEBREEDING

Technically speaking in terms of rabbit breeding, what we call linebreeding is also inbreeding. Linebreeding in general terms is to breed a more distant relation. Where as it's considered inbreeding to breed closely related animals together and that includes Sire to Daughter, Dam to son and as well as siblings.

(Myth vs Fact)
Hindi po totoo na if you breed siblings its worse than breeding back to a parent. Or breeding son to mother ay mas malala than breeding daughter to father or vice versa. Hindi rin po totoo na inbreeding is BAD. Siblings are any rabbit connected by one parent or both whether in the same litter or not. Full siblings share about 50% of their DNA with one another. Could be a little less or a little more but average is about half. However a kit is guaranteed to share a minimum of 50% of it's DNA with each parent. So in terms of sibling vs parent linebreeding, one is not really worse than the other. You just need to decide which genes you want to strengthen and which ones you need to weaken and remove from your lines.

As I've stated many times in the past a good rule of thumb is breed the best to the best regardless of relationship.

Another aspect I want to speak about are recessive genes and traits. Linebreeding doesn't CAUSE bad genes or traits nor does it CAUSE good ones. These genes are already there but lying in wait in the background, they are recessive. It is true that linebreeding can bring those recessives out in the open though. Which isn't always a bad thing. This gives you a more clear understanding of your lines, making it so you're more able to breed the bad out and reinforce the good.

This is all part of being a breeder. You shouldn't be breeding animals without wanting to IMPROVE them. That all being said, I personally do not recommend linebreeding to beginners. But if you're going to use linebreeding as a tool understand that it will be necessary to cull. And sometimes it won't be just petting out, sometimes you may need to terminally cull. In any breeding this may happen though. Before getting started this should be something you consider. I know not everyone is comfortable with this which is why I needed to point it out. We go out of our way to make sure all lives have meaning. BREED WITH PURPOSE!💯








If you are looking for a multipurpose compact animal to add to your homestead rabbits should be at the top of your list....
27/01/2025

If you are looking for a multipurpose compact animal to add to your homestead rabbits should be at the top of your list.

- Rabbits are a great source of lean meat for humans and canines.
- Rabbits have very fast 30 day gestation periods and you can turn a rabbit around in as little as 12 weeks.
- Rabbits can help produce cold fertilizer for you in 2 days instead of in a year like other p**p you have to let age.
- Rabbits can make great pets and can live up to 9 years in a pet like environment.

If you are wanting to explore rabbits we have an amazing selection of meat rabbits available to get you started. Our rabbits are raised outdoors year round.

We have a ready to breed pair of Transylvania Giants, and we have some lil Pure Cals and Pure Nz Whites. We have pure-bred broken red New Zealands, black New Zealands, some Hycoles, and some Hycoles-New Zealand crosses.








It’s been a long time since we posted 🤷🏻‍♂️We took a huge step back from breeding for the last few months but the last 2...
24/01/2025

It’s been a long time since we posted 🤷🏻‍♂️

We took a huge step back from breeding for the last few months but the last 20ish bunnies in the herd are living their best life just chilling.

Hibernating for now but planning for some Cals litter this Feb.🤞🏼








Our Pure Nz Red kits are 3 weeks old now. Looking forward to putting them onto the scale this weekend to see how they're...
12/01/2025

Our Pure Nz Red kits are 3 weeks old now. Looking forward to putting them onto the scale this weekend to see how they're growing.

If you raise meat rabbits, how often do you weigh your kits?

I like to do it around 6, 8, and 12 weeks. ⚖








“OMG, nakita mo na ba ang presyo ng karne ngayon?” Many people are saying this. Maybe you too. And it’s causing people t...
03/01/2025

“OMG, nakita mo na ba ang presyo ng karne ngayon?” Many people are saying this. Maybe you too. And it’s causing people to consider growing their own meat. Kapag ikaw mismo ang nagpalaki/nag-alaga alam mo na mas fresh ito at walang preservatives ang kakainin mo.

Unang naiisip ng karamihan ay ang pag-aalaga ng Manok. Oo, mabilis lumaki ang mga 45 days or Broiler Chicken, pero napaka matrabaho at maamoy dahil panay p**p sila. Na-consider mo na ba ang rabbit? Maybe not. Madalas kasi, iniisip natin ang rabbit ay for pet only. Ang rabbits po ay may dalawang klase may Fancy Type (Small Breeds) and Commercial Breed Type (Meat Breeds). If you guys noticed my last post, the comments got pretty heated. Many people were arguing about whether rabbits meant for meat or just pets. Many don’t think of them as meat, but for families looking to grow their own food, they are a great source.

Let’s talk about the PROS and CON. That’s right, I said CON, since I can only think of one.

Pro #1: Very sustainable and rabbits have faster reproduction than chickens. Tuloy-tuloy ang supply ng karne.

Pro #2: A lot of Meat. Rabbits can be bred every 6 weeks as long they are in good condition. Imagine 7 times a year, na may average na 4-10 kits per litter. Pwede kang makakuha ng 210 pounds of meat every year in one doe.

Pro #3: Mabilis i-process. Once sanay ka na, more or less 10 minutes lang ang kailangan para mag-process ng isang rabbit.

Pro #4: Very versatile. You can use rabbit meat in any dish that you’d use in chicken.

Pro #5: Mas efficient alagaan. Rabbit ang may pinaka-mababang feed conversion ratio o FCR sa lahat ng livestock, the lower the number the better.

Pro #6: Kahit forages lang mabubuhay na (napier grass, banana leaves, hay etc) pero syempre need natin bigyan parin ng commercial pellets para maprovide yung tamang nutrition na kailangan nila.

Pro #7: Doesn’t require much space. Kahit sa garahe, shed, o gilid ng bahay, pwedeng pwede.

You probably guessed the CON. Yep, they’re rabbits. They’re cute and fluffy. And if you’re going to eat them, you need to dispatch them. It’s psychologically difficult or even impossible for many people. But to eat meat, something has to die.

Raising rabbits for meat isn’t for everyone. But high prices are here to stay. It’s either accept the high prices or eat less meat. Kung nagtitipid ka and you want to raise your own food might consider rabbit meat. 🐇







How do you get basal bucks/does to breed? 🐇This is probably the most common na tanong I always get every time may gusto ...
01/01/2025

How do you get basal bucks/does to breed? 🐇

This is probably the most common na tanong I always get every time may gusto mag venture into rabbit farming.

Unang una, we put them with a rabbit that knows what they are doing. Ang virgin buck namin goes with an experienced doe FIRST.
After niya matutunan how to breed, he can go with the virgin doe na. If you put two rabbits together na BASAL may chance na it can be harder to get them to breed.

Second option is, Ilagay ang virgin buck with a doe na READY to breed. It's a common misconception ng marami na ang rabbits can breed any day. Rabbits have a cycle where their hormones go up and down. They don't have a heat, but they do cycle. Pakitignan ang ge***al ng Does niyo. If they are dark pink/red (to the point where they look almost purple), the doe is ready to breed. If the ge***als are pale pink, she won't be receptive to breeding.

Third option, pinagpapalit namin sila ng cages. Putting the buck in a does cage can get his hormones goes up. To do this, just swap the buck and doe. He spends the night in her cage. She spends the night in his and then breed them early in the morning para medyo malamig ang paligid.

That's it. 3 simple things to help our newbies/aspiring breeders learn to breed.
If walang magwork na way sa tatlong binigay ko, we tie the does tail up out of the way to give him better access. Some does just don't instinctively know to lift their tail. Moving it can help. I do have a video showing this process just give us a bump in the message.

REMEMBER: Your rabbits have to be at sexual maturity to breed. Some meat rabbits will reach this at 4.5 months. Most will reach it by 6 months.

Bigger rabbits, like flemish giants, will take much longer to reach maturity. Some can take over a year to reach maturity. This is why we never recommend them as a meat rabbit, even though some people raise them for meat.

As the year ends, I would like to first of all thank all the clients that have supported Hidden Mountain throughout the ...
31/12/2024

As the year ends, I would like to first of all thank all the clients that have supported Hidden Mountain throughout the years.

Thank you to my partners, friends and co-hobbyists it has been a roller coaster this year. With the move, uncertainty, changes, we all still stayed strong together. We will continue to keep growing. More growth, more connections and more products are coming. From “Tumal, quit na ba tayo?” to the “Sold out na wala na tayo maibenta” keeps me going. 💪

Thank you to all of you again. God bless us all. What an amazing year of growth. 🤍

Cheers to 2025! 🌟







Recently, I’ve seen a lot of comments like “hala kawawa,” “Grabe kayo sa rabbit huhu” or “Ang tao talaga kahit ano na la...
28/12/2024

Recently, I’ve seen a lot of comments like “hala kawawa,” “Grabe kayo sa rabbit huhu” or “Ang tao talaga kahit ano na lang kinakain” whenever the topic of raising rabbits for meat comes up especially dito sa Pilipinas.

When I first started raising rabbits, I had the same questions and hesitations. But you know what changed my mind?

KNOWLEDGE.

I learned that rabbits were originally domesticated for meat. I learned how efficient they are compared to other livestock, requiring less space and resources while providing high-quality meat. Even their manure is one of the best organic fertilizers for the garden. I realized that almost every part of the rabbit is usable—their meat, fur, ears, feet, and even their organs—leaving little to no waste.

I also learned how to care for them properly, from breeding and handling to humane ways of dispatching. I discovered how to manage their needs in our tropical climate, handle tricky situations like grumpy does, and ensure successful litters during breeding seasons.

I chose to educate myself, and I continue to learn every day.

The truth is, many here in the Philippines still can’t accept the idea of rabbits being raised for meat. And I get it, change is hard. But before judging, I encourage everyone to take the time to learn.

The meat you buy in stores, nicely packaged and ready to cook, was once a living animal, too. The only difference is, you didn’t witness the process. That doesn’t make you better than those of us who choose to raise and harvest our own food.

I understand if you don’t want to live this way. It’s a personal choice, and we’re fortunate to have options. But looking down on others for how they provide for their families while hiding behind so-called “ethics” doesn’t make sense to me.

Let’s try to understand each other’s choices and respect the effort and responsibility that comes with raising and harvesting your own food. At the end of the day, it’s about sustainability, respect for the animals, and providing for our loved ones.

FARM TO TABLE 🐇





Hi everyone! I can’t reply to messages on my main account for the next 4 days because of a restriction. Please send your...
28/12/2024

Hi everyone! I can’t reply to messages on my main account for the next 4 days because of a restriction. Please send your inquiries direct to my page, Hidden Mountain. Thank you and have a blessed day ahead! 🫶🏻






The past few years, I lost interest in raising rabbits, even though it used to be something I loved so much. I used to g...
27/12/2024

The past few years, I lost interest in raising rabbits, even though it used to be something I loved so much. I used to get excited planning which rabbits to pair, looking forward to new litters and projects. I enjoyed spending time in my rabbitry, proud of how far I’d come from starting with just a few rabbits(Local Nz) and building an amazing setup. But over time, things changed. I’ve had people running their mouths, spread rumors, get my page permanently deleted, etc. It killed any desire I had in this hobby and make things harder for me. It made me miss the early days when I didn’t care what others thought I just simply raised my rabbits and had fun during the pandemic panahong (Premium Bunnies) pa ang name ng page ko.🤷🏻‍♂️

But today, naramdaman ko uli yung excitement of just being with my rabbits and enjoying the work I put into them. The feeling na its my first time humawak ng kits out of my breeding. I realized I shouldn’t let anyone take away my love for this hobby. If kilala mo ako, you know I love helping others, encouraging people to try new things, and cheering them on. I’ve always used other people’s doubts to push me to do better, and I want to get back to that mindset.

This isn’t a huge comeback or anything. I’ll be cutting back on my herd, maybe letting go of about 20 rabbits, so I can focus on a few projects that I really enjoy. Who knows what’s next? For now, I just want to take it slow, enjoy my rabbits again, and rediscover why I fell in love with this in the first place.





People often ask tuwing kailan ako nagwi-wean ng kits. The minimum age is 4 weeks old, but my feeling is it's better kun...
24/12/2024

People often ask tuwing kailan ako nagwi-wean ng kits. The minimum age is 4 weeks old, but my feeling is it's better kung ang kits get more time on mama's milk. This is because:

Kit weaning needs to be gradual, or maaaring magkaroon ang kits ng gastrointestinal problems that can lead to death. If you keep them with their mom, their mother's milk will give them the digestive enzymes they need for solid food. Kits should be allowed to eat whatever your adult rabbits eat as soon as they want to. This includes pellets, hay, and grass. Just make sure their mom is eating the same stuff, so she can pass on the correct digestive enzymes to them.

Generally, I remove the kits to their own cage around week 8. Often, by then, I think the mother is a feeling ready for the kits to go. Plus, she's having to compete too much with them for food.

Do NOT remove the kits all at once. Instead, remove the 2 biggest kits on day one. Every day (or every other day) after, remove just 1 kit. This helps prevent problems like mastitis in the mom and helps her milk dry out slowly.

This is your reminder to do what works for you! There will always be tips on how you should do this or should do that. B...
24/12/2024

This is your reminder to do what works for you! There will always be tips on how you should do this or should do that. But something that I've learned over the years in this industry is go with your gut! Raising rabbits and farming is hard. All of us give time, our money, our efforts. It's our decision what takes place in our herd. There are multiple ways to success. Even though I offer advice, it may not work for you. Same in return. Sabi ko nga sa mga nagtatanong sa akin full of trial and error ang rabbit farming.

We are all a community though and should be supportive of everyone in different stages of growth. It's easy to tire and burn out when you do it for the wrong reasons. Do what makes you happy fam! Happy Holidays everyone!❤️







Thank you so much Mr. Ryan for trusting Hidden Mountain once again! We’re excited to see another HM line settle in Bacol...
23/12/2024

Thank you so much Mr. Ryan for trusting Hidden Mountain once again!

We’re excited to see another HM line settle in Bacolod.🏡 A huge shoutout to Wizard Puppies Kennel & Pet Transportation for the safe and smooth delivery of our precious 🐇.









When it comes to meat production, the New Zealand White rabbit breed is often considered the gold standard. This is due ...
07/12/2024

When it comes to meat production, the New Zealand White rabbit breed is often considered the gold standard. This is due to several factors, including its fast growth rate, which enables it to reach market weight more quickly than other breeds, resulting in increased profitability for meat producers. Its large size, typically weighing between 7 and 8.5 pounds at maturity, also provides a substantial amount of meat per rabbit. 🍖

Moreover, the quality of its meat is exceptional, known for its tenderness and flavor. New Zealand Whites also exhibit high reproductive efficiency, with good fertility rates and large litter sizes, ensuring a consistent supply of rabbits for meat. Their adaptability to various weathers and feeding conditions makes them a versatile choice for many producers. 🐇








Had another productive rabbit processing day to make room for the bunnies that should be weaned here in the next couple ...
06/12/2024

Had another productive rabbit processing day to make room for the bunnies that should be weaned here in the next couple of weeks. 🐇

The fastest, easiest possible meat to harvest. One of the most affordable & easiest meats to grow out from seasonal gardens & forage alone. A much more economical choice over poultry. They also need much less space & have faster turnaround from farm to table. 🍽️

Rabbits belong on the homestead, and no, you won’t get rabbit starvation. They're easier than chickens to harvest, needing no extra equipment (like a plucker) to quickly eviscerate & utilize from nose to tail. Rabbit meat is rich in highly-quality proteins, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, and minerals like calcium & potassium.

We raise heat and cold tolerant meat rabbits that are kept outdoors year round. We can help you with getting started, with new blood lines to start breeding and even help you on processing.

Why not add rabbit meat to the table this month? or at the least, soon, give it a try. 😉









Sabi sainyo eh effective ang post kapag may chismis! 🤪Another Hidden Mountain lines will now reside in San Mateo Rizal.🏡...
04/12/2024

Sabi sainyo eh effective ang post kapag may chismis! 🤪

Another Hidden Mountain lines will now reside in San Mateo Rizal.🏡 Thank you so much sir John!






The lesson I've learned from the Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings Cheating issue? "No matter how supportive you are, if ...
04/12/2024

The lesson I've learned from the Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings Cheating issue?

"No matter how supportive you are, if someone decides to cheat, they will. There is never a valid justification for betrayal, Never believe it when someone tells you not to worry about a certain person because “they’re just a friend.” In fact, that’s often a reason to be more cautious. Always trust your instincts because they are real most of the time. 🤗

But the most importantly is,

We still have more Pure Nz, Pure Cali, Hycoles, HycolexNz, Pure Flemish Giants, Transylvania Giants and Broken varieties of Pure Nz. 😉

We also give huge discounts, freebie, installment with a minimum downpayment and free shipping to nearby areas! 🚗

Hurry while meron pa!🤪








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Rabbit Farming 🐇
Rabbit Farming 🐇

Ang Rabbit Farming ay never ending learning. 🐇 Huwag kayo matakot sumubok. Huwag tayong maniwala sa learn as you go, dapat improve as you go. Okay lang na kapos sa budget huwag lang sa knowledge. Take the risk, huwag tayong matatakot. Yung practices mo sa herd maaaring magwork sa iyo sa iba hindi. Ibang management nila na nagwork to them pwedeng sa iyo hindi. Hanapan lang yan at kapaan. Kung saan ka hiyang doon ka. Kaya nga lang alam mo dapat ano ang tama sa mali. Iwasan yung pag-iispread ng false information. Domino effect yan sa industry. Madali lang ang mag-alaga huwag natin gawing komplikado.😉 #hiddenmountaincares #hoppyplace #purenz #quality #purecali #meatrabbits

GERMAN GIANTS 🐇
GERMAN GIANTS 🐇

The beauty of German Giants 🐇 Hmmm should I start collecting orders na ba for Import this year 2024, all breeds direct from Europe? Yes or No?🤪 If you are aspiring to have one of the many breeds from Europe send us a message.😉 #hiddenmountaincares #import #euro #gg #tg #quality #hoppyplace

Herd Improvement 101
Herd Improvement 101

Don't Forget!💁🏻‍♂️ Don't keep nasty rabbits or any with recessive genetic flaws. 😉 ⚫ Poor dams and sires pass those traits on ⚫ Poor or sick animals pass the problems on Ask yourself when you keep a rabbits 'is this better than what I have?' If it's not, then cull it. Breed hard, cull hard. Keep the best, eat the rest. You don't improve by buying winners, you make them!😉 #HiddenMountainCares #nutribunnies #NZ #quality #nzreds

Pure Nz Red ❤️
Pure Nz Red ❤️

New Zealand Red rabbit originates from the United States. First selected in 1910 in California, these showy rabbits were meant to be a commercial breed and were bred for their fur and meat. Thankfully, this is not the case anymore: these stunning red rabbits are now treasured as pets. The exact combination of breeds that were used to create New Zealand Red rabbit is unknown, but some experts think the now extinct Golden Fawn breed is the key to the breed’s genesis. The sources claim that Golden Fawns ( Flemish Giant and Belgian Hare hybrids) were bred with Belgian Hares to achieve the spectacular ginger fur. The British Rabbit Society recognizes The New Zealand Red rabbit as a separate breed, while ARBA perceives it as a color variant of the New Zealand Rabbit breed. Best known for their vivid ginger coat and great personality. #hiddenmountaincares #nzred #hoppyplace #nz #quality

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