The production ability of rabbit does in relation to their longevity

Abstract

197 Pannon White does were divided into groups based on the total number of litters they had had (A=1-3, B=4-6, C=7-9, D=over 9) and the length of time spent in production (below 0.5, 0.5-1, 1-1.5, 1.5-2 and over 2 years). It was established that the does performing above average at early age remained productive for a longer time. The authors are of the opinion that performance at early age gives indications of the animal’s constitution. The constitutionally better and healthier does usually have a longer productive life.