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Although both breeds build nests for their young the New Zealand White rabbits build the standard nest. Adding a box with straw to the rabbits cage will make a good nesting place for the doe. When the rabbit gets close to her due date, usually 30 days after conception, she will start pulling out her fur. she will add this to the nesting box. After delivering her young she eill pull fur to cover her babies to keep them warm and safe.

The Netherland Dwarf rabbit goes through the same routine except she can build a more interesting nest. The dwarf rabbit can build a tunnel out of her fur which resembles that of a wild rabbit's nest. The wild rabbit builds a tunnel in the ground and lines it with fur. The design of the rabbits cage will effect the design of the nest.

Your success or failure when breeding rabbits will depend on first your passion for the rabbit you choose. Second, detailed records of your rabbits, including pedigrees on all the rabbits is essential. Finally, carefully designing a breeding program that works for you will be important. There are many factors to look at when deciding which rabbit to breed. If you are interested in helping the food or research industry, then you might choose the New Zealand White rabbit. On the other hand, if you want to help the pet industry and like to get creative, do a lot of research, and have a lot of patients , then the Netherland Dwarf rabbit would be a good choice.