Nevaeh Rabbitry & Rescue

18/04/2026

It's with a heavy heart that I post this. Probably haven't sobbed this ugly since losing my own parent in 2024..

Georgia's/Sugar's Tennessee, my phenomenal and well loved broken red Rex herd buck passed between Wednesday night and Thursday morning. I have one son who just isn't the same, and access to his beautifully marked brother. Hoping my doe from Gerlach's took to him a 2nd try. In my 11 years in this hobby, I have yet to even see broken animals as beautifully painted as their last and first litter together-- but being a first time mom, she failed to feed. I had them paired together for a short while and hope she indeed took again. Regardless, I am heartbroken. Yet again, I wanted to throw the towel in... But this is the life of a breeder, I know. I am bummed and quite frankly in doubt that any others will ever be able to compare to him type wise for the variety but most importantly, in temperament. My sweet boy is hopefully resting easy. My heart, not so much. The rabbitry suffered a big setback with that, but slowly I will keep pushing through and forward. (Pic credit his original breeder, farm and rabbitry-- I didn't have the motivation to scroll for personal pics)

07/04/2026

I have 5 wooden nestboxes I am parting with, as well as one green dual purpose switchable Lixit auto feeder/waterer, and possibly a tattoo pen.

Located in Hope Mills, between Lumberton and Fayetteville, NC. Will cut a deal if you take all nestboxes, or all those and either of the other things. PM for more info/pics.

02/04/2026

I have no availability in rabbits at this time!
After dealing with fertility issues for a while, the curse has been lifted as I switched back to an old feed that ALWAYS had my rabbits being heavily praised for their condition and coats. Pro Heritage feeds (previously Bartlett) is currently working some wonders over here yet again. I have 1 red litter of Rex on the ground, born days ago. Give me 12-16 weeks to start deciding who stays, goes, and hits the chopping block. They are out of my broken red herd buck going back to Gerlachs, and a direct nicely rufused Gerlachs doe I brought in last year.

06/02/2026

UPDATE AND OFFERSSS!!

I will be set up with critter supplies (crates/kennels, bowls, name brand new collars, durable dog herding jolly ball, reptile light hoods/lamps, 1 terrarium, anddd possibly offering one red Rex buck up for local grabs) ANDDDD offering COMPETITIVELY priced nail trims for rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, other pocket pets and exotics as well as my favorite-- kitty cats! Ten bucks per nail trim a critter, or discounts/group rates after 3 animals. This is happening tomorrow in Cedar Creek at Big Farmers Warehouse. I will probably arrive early.

I will gladly accept trades/barters for laying hens, jumbo quails, turkey hens, pigeons, and maybe other things! Doesn't hurt to ask if you would rather barter than pay cash.

~~~ It has been a NICE two days here recently despite the cold.. Got nail trims done and thorough health checks on the rabbit herd. ~~~

First is my favorite and current tort buck, Henry's Cow.

Next is a homegrown cream out a red doe named Ember from Gooden Fluffy Hollands, and my late chin herd buck who was bred by Henry’s holland rabbitry and sired by the amazing late Cammacks Sargent Pepper (best chin to walk the earth if you ask me). She's a crazy girl with higher energy than most, but probably a favorite. Might have to show her soon.

Next is a homegrown red Rex buck. Still nameless. I might offer him for a new herd in the future (I am locally currently, but am indecisive and despite his early peak and flaws, he is a wide handful with AMAZING back feet that turned out better than his dam's). Nice, wide, and nicely furred. He's a thick boy. I really just dislike his s**t and weak ear base-- he thinks he's half Lop.

Carrot Cake is an F1 Holland/Thrianta I use in my red Holland project, and for freezer filler babies. I adore this girl to the moon and back. She comes from Gooden Fluffy also. I adore her type as a cross-- she really reminds me of the cylindrical European rabbit breed structures, which I love 🤣

A new broody dilute tricolor Rex doe that I'm ecstatic to start tris up with!

Finally last bun is a doe that is probably beyond grand champion eligible, but I never followed through as life got in the way. She comes from another amazing supporter and friend who I could not thank enough, Nora Anne. Chunky still has yet to give me babies though 🤦‍♀️💀 I swear I'm giving her one or two more tries and then I'm gonna reclaim cage space. She is a sweet girl nonetheless, and a cutie!

Confetti, my yard puppy (I mean-- turkey) and Cheddar the adventure cat for your pleasure also!

Waiting on litters to drop any day now!

24/01/2026

Hehehe.. And so it begins, show BEWs with this adorable fox bred by my dear friend Brooke Marsh who I hopefully get this upcoming week (photo credit to her, I'm beyond thrilled for BEW again). It goes back to my sister rabbitry at Gooden Fluffy Hollands, and a beautifully marked dilute tricolor Rex doe for the Rex program that I scored rather locally. I can't wait to expand in to show tricolor this year, especially for pelting purposes.

23/01/2026

Tonight on what's for dinner... Rabbit salad 🥗

21/01/2026

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If animal welfare was really the priority, effort would be placed on education, husbandry, genetics, and long term quality of life. Instead, most of the noise is aimed at people who are actually doing the work.

It’s easier to shame a breeder than to learn why selective breeding exists. It’s easier to scream “save them all” than to understand why some animals should never be bred again. It’s easier to call someone heartless than to sit with the reality that suffering isn’t always kinder than death.

Ethical breeders don’t get the luxury of distance. We see the births. We see the failures. We see what bad genetics look like over time. We make decisions based on responsibility, not optics. Not because it feels good. Because it’s necessary.

Rescue culture often praises survival at any cost while condemning anyone who talks honestly about outcomes. Vegan activism often ignores the systems it relies on while moralizing individual farmers. And anti breeders rarely show up when it’s time to feed, clean, pay, euthanize, or make the call no one wants to make.

Animals are not symbols. They are living beings with needs, limits, and consequences tied to human choices.

Caring about animals means being willing to be uncomfortable. It means understanding that ethical does not always look soft. It means accepting that stewardship requires discernment, not sentiment.

If that truth makes someone angry, it usually isn’t because it’s wrong. It’s because it removes the illusion that caring is easy.

21/01/2026

Dreaded RHDV2 has made it to the state-- Up your game on crucial biosecurity measures if you have none implemented so we can do our best to keep the possible spread from wiping herds and breeders out quickly!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1QGgPqRU8W/

The first case of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus type 2 in North Carolina was confirmed in a domestic rabbit in Dare County. RHDV2 is typically a fatal disease affecting both domestic and wild rabbit populations and is primarily found in the Southwestern United States.

“We encourage rabbit owners that observe unexplained deaths in their domestic rabbits to contact their veterinarian or the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services at 919-707-3250,” said Martin. “Domestic rabbit owners are also encouraged to follow proper quarantine protocols when introducing a new rabbit, as well as keeping domestic rabbits from any potential contact with wild rabbits.”

Learn more below!
➡ https://www.ncagr.gov/news/press-releases/2026/01/20/rabbit-hemorrhagic-disease-virus-type-2-confirmed-domestic-rabbit

17/01/2026

This year is go big or go home in terms of projects I've put off in the past few due to life events. 1-3 of these things might not happen this year, but the search for the quality animals I desire will start regardless of whether I get to physically introduce them this year or not. I will not be let down if some have to wait, as I'm no stranger to waiting for quality to come along. I'd rather wait than jump and it not be what I want.

*** 2026 Goals so far...: ***

* Switch feed (next month or shortly after)

* Rebuild the Holland herd around 2025 survivors

* Rebuild and establish show BEW Holland herd (started/starter stock secured)

* Breed and show more red Rex (always in motion) ✅️

* Acquire nicely typed tricolor Rex ✅️

* Get more serious with tanning

* Welcome chinchilla and chocolate Rex back to the rabbitry

* Welcome French Lops back to the rabbitry

* Dive in to Argente Brun rabbits (breeder secured hopefully)

* Secure and introduce Golden Pheasants (male secured)

* Start my flock of chocolate silver laced Orpingtons

* Purchase incubator

* Show Brahma chickens (this might wait til early next year)

* Secure one or two pigeon varieties

* Quail by fall

* Deep freezers

* Start mealworms and earthworms finally

17/01/2026

I will be making the switch from Blue Seal to Rowe nutrition either end of next month or in March. I've wanted to do this since 2015 but have lacked proper sources in the south eastern region of NC. After thorough research and reaching out, I found a dealer and don't mind making a trip to a helpful and responsive one every few months.

17/01/2026

Even if you're a hobby farm/homestead not showing, it PAYS to attend to spectate or get non-biased experienced input so you're not barn blind and cutting corners when it comes to putting meat on the table. Once you understand and get an eye for structure and know your chosem breed's standard, shows won't matter so much. If you're a natural and have the eye for structure, you're the exception so disregard. The general population however isn't the exception and hands on learning might work best.

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The SOP Matters — No Matter Why You’re Breeding 🐇😉

This is what I mean when I say the Standard of Perfection matters for everyone — whether you’re breeding for meat, show, fiber, or just because you genuinely love rabbits.

For commercial-typed rabbits, the SOP wasn’t written just to win ribbons. It was written to describe rabbits that work — deep, wide, balanced animals that are efficient at putting meat on the carcass. That matters just as much for the freezer as it does for the show table.

And here’s the thing — your rabbits don’t have to be perfect to start using the SOP. Even if your current stock falls short, you can always breed toward the standard. Honestly, even the most “perfect” rabbit on the table isn’t perfect according to the SOP anyway — there’s always room for improvement.

Following the SOP doesn’t magically turn you into a show breeder (promise 😄). It just means you’re being intentional about structure, function, and long-term progress. Ignoring it usually means you’re breeding mystery meat… and again, not the fun kind.

Good type isn’t about trophies.
It’s about purpose.

💬 No matter why you breed — how do you use the SOP (or do you)?