18/08/2025
I’m always flooded with the comments “Adopt, don’t shop.” This phrase has been repeated so often that I sometimes wonder if people truly understand an ethical breeder’s point of view. The truth is ethical breeders do not cause flooding in shelters & here’s why:
•Our breedings are intentional, not random-
Every pairing is planned with purpose — whether to improve structure, preserve traits, or strengthen lines. Unlike backyard breeders or impulse owners who are in it for the money, we don’t create litters without knowing where each kit is going. Ask any ethical breeder if they actually make money on their stock- the answer is no. Most of us are in the red- but we do this because we enjoy it.
•Culling closes the loophole-
It prevents weak, sickly, or poorly structured rabbits from being passed along into the general population. This isn’t about cruelty — it’s about responsibility. By making hard choices, ethical breeders keep problems from spilling into rescues and rehabilitation centers.
•We lock in genetics and preserve breeds.
Many rabbit breeds would be extinct without breeders dedicated to preserving them. Ethical breeding protects genetic diversity and ensures future generations can enjoy healthy, well-typed rabbits instead of losing these lines forever.
•Health is a top priority-
Bringing in a rabbit with hidden disease into a rescue facility may save one life, but it can jeopardize dozens of others. Ethical breeders focus on strong immune systems, sound body structure, and healthy lines so that rabbits are not only beautiful but also healthy.
