MaggieJ":3gschutw said:
"It's never happened, but if it does I could donate them to a raptor rehab centre."
That's actually a really good answer! I'm sure I will still get the "how could you!!" responses, but we DO have a raptor center nearby AND I know the great folks who run it. So, it I ever truly did have more rabbits than I wanted, I'm sure they would be grateful to have them.
Marinea":3gschutw said:
I don't do Facebook, but is there no way to delete posts to your page? I ask because I have learned that if someone wants to cause trouble, they will find a way to keep at it unless you shut them down from the start.
I think I can delete troublesome posts from my page, but not if people start harassing my post in a group that doesn't belong to me, for example.
Marinea":3gschutw said:
From your posts, Syberchick, I can tell you're a sofite, just like me. Do yourself a favor. When it comes to your rabbits, try to develop a harder shell and stick to it. It will end up saving you a lot of time, a lot of trouble, and potential problems down the road.
I respect the time and though you're putting into this idea. I hope it is a big success for you.
True, I am a big softie and you're right. I guess I'm just trying to prepare myself. I'm sure that my biggest market will be the pet market and people are excited about the fact that I'm demonstrating a caring attitude toward the rabbits, going the extra mile to educate new owners, trying to find decent homes for the rabbits, making sure they are handled regularly and good with people, etc. I even plan to give a 'birth certificate' with every rabbit, even the mixed breed. People are interested. I honestly don't expect to make much money on this venture, I'm trying to be realistic as much as possible. I will be satisfied if the rabbits can earn their keep and put good meat on the table.
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Rebel.Rose.Rabbitry":3gschutw said:
Its going to happen, you are in an area where "pet only" people are rampant. You're closer to a couple fanatics in Huntington/Charleston area that are pro-PETA. That answer is a good answer, but after that I'm sure (if haven't already) going to be asked why taking homes from shelter pets, etc. Just be prepared for that too.
Great... Sounds like fun.
Rebel.Rose.Rabbitry":3gschutw said:
The breeder one, well that's a little different. IF they are area breeders that don't show, yep I'd say they are going how can she be out selling me at a higher price deal. IF it is breeders that actively show, they are wondering how you can possibly state those things as you never know when a litter is going to be a complete waste (no live kits, no litter period, all pet quality, all brood quality, etc). Advertising even possible show potential stock is for most on those FB boards and at shows is asking for trouble, you don't look serious and you look irresponsible/not serious, and like a thief as there has been a rash of those saying they'll have x rabbits people pay deposits then never get the rabbit or never get a refund. Not saying all people think that, I've seen a few that will take placement of pick of a litter by a small deposit and seem to do okay, but they aren't taken seriously in the show community as a whole and I never see the breeders with better stock selling to those people unless its just a fluke at a show and the other breeder just doesn't know that person.
I hope I won't have trouble buying stock. That would be frustrating. :/ As for not knowing what you can get from litters, Heck no one ever knows. A person would be ridiculous to accept deposits on any animal before it's at least 6 weeks old. I would be willing to take waiting list information from people, but nothing more. I'm sure I'm causing some waves and will be criticized, but folks will eventually see that I'm not trying to mislead anyone or misrepresent any of my stock. If I'm able to produce any show quality stock, later on, the rabbits will speak for themselves in the showring.
There well always be unhappy people, but I'm hoping for positive testimonials from happy customers. I've already gotten some good feedback, but I'm not expecting miracles.
I really appreciate all of this great preparation from folks who have 'been there'.
I've been promoting RT too... Such a great resource!
