Pre-slaughter fattening of rabbits

The main objectives of pre-slaughter fattening of rabbits:
1. Increased slaughter yield
2. Increasing the proportion of meat and fat in the meat-bone ratio
3. Improving the quality of the skin
4. Improving the organoleptic and palatability of rabbit meat
It is not difficult to achieve an improvement and increase in all these indicators if you fulfill a number of necessary conditions, which will be highlighted below.
First of all, it is necessary to determine which rabbits from the herd should be put on pre-slaughter fattening: young animals that are not suitable for repairing the main herd, who have reached the age of 3.5˗ 4.5 months, culled rabbits (age, low fertility, poor milk production, unsatisfactory maternal qualities, difficult mating or poorly manifested hunting), culled males of the main herd (age, low sexual activity).
Secondly, it is necessary to carry out a certain number of preparatory measures.: castration of males (optional, but desirable), formation of fattening groups (4-5 heads of the same sex and age), preparation of cages (0.11-0.13 m2 per head).
Pre-slaughter fattening is conventionally divided into 3 main periods: preparatory (4-7 days), main (about 14 days), and final (4-7 days). The total duration of pre-slaughter fattening is about 3-4 weeks (the young fatten longer, the adults – faster).
Preparatory period: gradual change in the feeding diet towards an increase in the content of digestible protein in the feed. This is achieved by providing high-quality bean hay, sunflower cakes and meal. The proportion of final feeds at this stage is gradually increased to 50%.
The main period is the most important in the process of pre–slaughter fattening of rabbits. Throughout the entire period, rabbits are fed feeds that promote the most intense fat deposition. These are, first of all, corn, boiled potatoes, wheat bran, peas, soybeans. However, it should be noted that the amount of legumes should not exceed 50 grams per day. The proportion of final feeds at this stage is increased to 70%.
The final period: feeding rabbits "to their heart's content". The proportion of concentrated feed in the diet is increased to 90%. To improve feed digestibility, grain mixes are flavored with juicy and fragrant herbs and vegetables (carrots, celery, dill, parsley). Rabbit drinking water is lightly salted to increase appetite and increase feed intake.
Pre-slaughter fattening of rabbits is considered complete if they refuse even the most delicious food, become inactive, have pronounced fatty deposits on the withers and chest, and individual vertebrae are not palpated on palpation of the back. Such a rabbit is ready for slaughter. Cricket betting offers numerous options for users who follow international tournaments, domestic leagues, and individual player performances. When a new customer meets the welcome offer requirements, the promo code 1xbet can provide a bonus of up to $100 with a 100% match on the first eligible deposit. Promotional funds can then be used according to the applicable betting conditions. Before choosing cricket markets, players should review minimum odds, turnover requirements, excluded selections, verification procedures, and bonus expiration dates.