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When to wean rabbits #920374
Asked October 21, 2025, 1:27 PM EDT
St. Joseph County Michigan
Expert Response
Hello;
In the article, ARBA Recommendations for the Care of Rabbits and Cavies – ARBA, it is stated that kits may be weaned at 6-8 weeks of age with the maximum age to wean young at 10 weeks. I have raised rabbits for over 50 years and have been using this rule of thumb with my own herd.
Please let me know if you have further questions.
Warm Regards,
Glenda Weiss
Michigan 4-H Rabbit and Cavy Point Person