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When I move them from the cage to the table they do fine until I get to the table or cage. They kick and I am having a hard time controlling them.
Firstly, whenever you put a rabbit back into its cage, always do so butt first. The cage is a place of security for a rabbit, and being handled is somewhat stressful, so if you have them facing into the cage they will want to get in there as quickly as possible and will try to jump out of your hands.
You need to teach them that they must be relaxed or they will not be set down. It is easier than it sounds, and shouldn't take more than two or three sessions lasting a couple of minutes.
When you remove them from the cage, do so by first gently pinning them to the floor with one hand over the ears and shoulders, and then slide your other hand under their belly. When you pick them up kind of push their shoulders into your supporting hand, and bring them quickly to your body. Tucking their head under your arm so they can't see will help most rabbits to relax.
Bring them to your table and using the same hold mentioned above, begin to set them down. If they start to struggle or kick, bring them back into your body until they settle down and then try again. Repeat this as many times as necessary, and under no circumstances put the rabbit down if it is doing anything other than resting in your hands.
Once it is on the table, keep your hand on its shoulders until it relaxes and then release it. Next, pick the rabbit up from the table by about a foot and if it remains calm set it back down. If instead it starts fighting you, bring it into your body. Repeat the exercise about six times and then return the rabbit to its cage, making sure to remember to keep your hand on its shoulders until it relaxes and then release it and give it a treat.
Most of my rabbits learn this lesson after only one session. Very rarely do they need to be "reminded" the next time they are handled.