Rabbit Pregnancy Calculator — Kindling Due Date (31 Days)

Average rabbit gestation is 31 days, with a normal range of 28–34 days. Dwarf breeds tend toward the shorter end; large and giant breeds toward the longer end.

Belly enlargement from day 14; nesting and fur-pulling from day 25; experienced breeders can palpate pea-sized fetuses at day 10–14.

Day 21 of pregnancy. Provide a solid-bottom nesting box with a layer of hay. The doe will line it with fur she pulls from her chest and belly 1–3 days before kindling.

Average litter is 4–8 kits. First-time does often have smaller litters. Giant breeds can have 10+ kits; dwarfs 2–4.

Unlimited grass hay, fresh water, pelleted rabbit food (increase by 25 % in the last 2 weeks), and some leafy greens. Do not change the diet abruptly.

Commercial breeders rebreed at day 14 post-kindling; hobbyists often wait until weaning at 4–8 weeks. Rebreeding too soon depletes the doe.

Yes — brief daily handling is fine and does not cause abandonment. Check the nest daily to remove any deceased kits and confirm all are nursing (warm, round bellies).