In the first few days I check the nest at least once a day and about 4-5 times per day just look if everybody is in the nest and not dragged out. Then, if there is 8 our less kits I leave them to be, just checking a few times per week, but if there is more or a lot more, I check twice a day. Usually with such big litters there is at least one "runty" looking so I feed him separately (hold the momma in the lap) about twice a day untill he is not big as the others.
Noob Questions, Nesting Early?
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MamaSheepdog":2dt1sbfo said:
Thank you!
And thanks everyone for your answers! This forum is truly invaluable. Love getting everyone's opinions and learning from your experiences!
The babies are doing quite well! Mama has been a champ and the babes are still full-bellied, warm, and very wiggly! I have been checking on them 2-4 times a day. I have only been pulling them all out once a day just to make sure that everyone is being fed. Other than that I just check to make sure they are warm and in the nest.
Mama has not been over protective at all. No signs of aggression to me whatsoever. She is a super sweet girl and comes right to me for pets and treats now. I am really enjoying her and just love her personality!
I really couldn't be happier with my first experience so far. I am loving this. Going out to see the bunnies has been my favorite part of every day!
Not sure how to embed a vid or if I can but here is a link to a crappy iphone video of one of the wigglers today!
https://youtu.be/Cf6dVoGJvCY
-- Wed Feb 10, 2016 12:28 pm --
Hi guys,
Got a little update video of Mama and babies. I believe there are gonna be 2 light gray color, and 4 brown(agouti?) color. I have been pulling them out and looking them over once a day. Yesterday, Mama couldn't wait for me to put them back in the nest and immediately hopped in there and fed them when I plopped them back in. She has been a great mom and has been especially great with me. I am thankful to have her for my first litter. Here is a couple clips of the cranky babies, mama feeding, and then full and quiet babies.
https://youtu.be/KJYBW6VNJEo
