Thank You for posting this video. You are the first person that I have seen that posted a video using the correct gauge wire mesh for the bottom of the cages. Plus you are the first person that has taken the time to actually show how to properly install the J clips. I know your videos will help many people.
Thank you so much for patiently showing all your steps. You made it so easy to understand. The details about the grinder disks and the difference in the welded galvanized and galvanized after-welded wire was very helpful. I really appreciate all your work on the cages and the video.
I had 50 breeding does when I was 14 years old. That was over 60 years ago. I would like to have several New Zealand Whites for breeders and a good buck. I had made wooden cages with tight mesh chicken wire. The wood was from lap board that I saved from our remodeling our 98 year-old house. I sure like the all-wire cages you are making. I appreciated your step by step instructions. Watched it all. It is now 2:38am. Time to go to bed.
WOO HOO!!! I finished the cage and hutch build. I have a nice framework and roof as well. Everything is all leveled up and the bunnies are outside. I am so happy and so proud of myself, but man oh man am I tuckered out. I wish I could upload a picture of my build using your instructions. Thanks again.
Man dude you can't stop lying to people can you you're lying to everybody that's God's only what he says in comments and don't put a heart on it he is crazy I know they'll put him to the cops
Excellent craftsmanship details. Love that. As a teenager I built my original cages with wood framing and hardware cloth and later discovered the value of the all wire hanging cages. What a difference they make. Your cages are nearly identical to those I saw once in a large rabbitry. He advised making them in 2 or 3 cage units as you have done. They were easier to make and hang in the pole barn that he used and he said easier to repair if damaged in some way. How large? 200+ breeding does
Hey Duke some time ago I mentioned to you that I was going to build your style cages, well I forgot to give you the update. I completed the cages and I have to say that I followed your instructions to the letter and we are well pleased with the results. In fact I've had some folks compliment me, wanting to know where I bought them telling me that they looked professionally built. I did share with them that I used your instructions and gave them your yutube channel. Thanks so much. for guiding me Brother. In Christian love, terry
Duke, I have to confess, I cheated a bit by skipping forward in steps. But while doing so, I was able to admire your handiwork. I picked up some good tips, like how to cut strong, no. 9, galvanized wire! I can see that your rabbits are very content. They seem to have smiles on their faces! What nice cages. Good job my friend!
"I hope this was helpful." Yessiree bobtail! It sure was helpful. You just gave me the pattern for my own hutches when I git to going up in Maine. THANK YOU!
I just went and looked at some rabbit hutches for sale and wasn't impressed with the quality (rooting wood). I've apparently searched enough Rabbit videos that yours popped up as recommended and has been so helpful. Thank you for starting me on my rabbit journey. New subscriber here.
if you are starting out you could save money if you found wire cages that are the right size to fit your needs...pay particular attention to the cage floors...and Thanks for subscribing
where the piece seems longer on one side than the other, it would work to start cutting from the long side toward the short side to relieve the tension and then clip the cut line back together squaring it up.it looks good regardless.
thank you for the video, will help making my quail cage. i love how you made the doors, and suspended the cages. That will make it nearly impossible for predators.
I think you remind me of my dad overalls, beard and all! You tell it like it is. You're super thorough and you don't repeat yourself lol. Excellent video....I really enjoyed hanging out with you today and learning from you.
Hey Kevin! Good to here from ye ol buddy!...I get a lot of questions bout building cages so I thought about a video I can refer to folks....Thanks ol buddy!
You might have already answered this question (but didn't see it asked). What is the brand name on the J Clip tool? I can't seem to find that particular tool anywhere. It looks much better that the tool I have. Thank You for your answer and your video from the West side of Arkansas!
www.bassequipment.com/Store/ShopDetail/GALVAFTER-00/GALVANIZED_AFTER_WIRE you should see it about half way down the list. Contact them for details but you want the 14 gauge galvanized after welding. The height should be 18" for this wire
i have heard that rabbits can get sore hawks from this kind of bedding. Maybe wrong wire? i just dont want toes being caught in that big of holes. As long as if its flat wire and not bumpy or anything will it not hurt the rabbits feet?
i would LOVE to see a video on how you set up your watering system and the materials to use. Very neat and out of the way! No tubing hanging all over!! Love your style! Check out foxfire in nc : ) you might enjoy stories!..Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge. God bless and keep you and yours!
I want to build a rabbitry pen like this but so many people on the internet are saying that the wire under paws damages them and causes wounds as rabbits have no natural padding under their paws. Is this true? How are your rabbits' paws? Is there a way that you work your materials to avoid this kind of issue? I want to make sure I'm doing things properly. Thanks in advance. xxx
I can tell you this wire is made for keeping rabbits. I have raised New Zealands for over 40 yrs and never had feet problems. The lie about the wire comes from people leaving hay in the bottom of the cages to rot and it contains urine that will burn their feet and lose the natural hair padding. They're feet are padded and with sanitary cages and good wire they're feet will be fine. I have raised some old rabbits, no problems. I can't tell you about other breeds
Pretty large rolls of cage wire you have there! How do you prepare for motor freight delivery? Can it be delivered into the back of a full size pickup truck? If delivery truck has lift gate, that's easy, but what about without that convenience. Rolls like that are heavy, I'm sure. Hope you can reply. Subbed and happy about that!
The company you order wire from will make the freight arrangements and time for delivery...the freight company driver calls and I meet him where it is convenient for both of us. The rolls are heavy but can't remember the exact weight. We did not need a lift gate to get them in the back of a p/u
I bought cages in the past built with hog rings and remember they worked good. A lil loose maybe...I'm going to give it a closer look and appreciate the idea
Howdy Worm Gitter. I'm new to your channel and I want a system just like yours. However I'm having a hard time finding the different cage wire materials exactly to your specifications. If you are an affiliate with Amazon, can you link the differing exact wires we will need to buy from Amazon? I'd appreciate it. Thank you for your great videos! I binge watched a ton of them last night! :)
I am not affilliated with Amazon or Bass equipment. Here is their link and the GAW is the best...this is not wire from China and will last a lot longer than the cheap wire....Thanks for watching and commenting www.bassequipment.com/SCResult/Welded-Wire-231
@@WORMGITTER Thank you sir! That was very helpful. It seems they even sell pre-built cages with your height/width/length description. I'm not sure what size the flooring is for it though. But yes, I'll order from this site as the selections for the dimensions are all there. Thanks again!
it is expensive...but worth the money....if you are starting out you might want to buy some used cages to see if you like raising rabbits...good wire is the only way to go for the long term
Looks good! This is a pretty cool project Duke, I have learned quite a bit from your rabbit videos. I am a bit lost on one part though..what is a grow out pen? Or what is the use of one or maybe I should ask, what is the difference between a grow out pin and a stock cage? Thanks for being safe and showing safe use of the grinder..one of my boys had a very serious accident with one..luckily my other boy came up and checked on him and got him to the hospital! I look forward to seeing more of your videos on raising rabbits...Have great weekend my friend!
Hey Lee! the grow out pens need larger feeders for the young rabbits that are weaned...the stock cages need baby safe wire for the newborn kits.....the way I am building them they can interchange and it just makes the cages more versatile...take care ol buddy and Thanks!
Lee Ralph - I describe a grow out pen like sending the kids off to school. Once mama weans her babies she needs her space. So out they go to a nice sized pen. All of them can still stay together for awhile until they’re sold or butchered. That’s why the feeder is bigger because they all pull up to the “table” together like in the school cafeteria. This is especially true with New Zealands- they grow fast and big. And mamas have big litters too. Just putting my take on things.
Hey Duke, that was a great video. I'm going to be building more cages soon. Mine are wood ,wire and barn tin. with removable dividers. but it's a pain to clean them. I've been using a propane torch with a rose bud tip to clean them. How do you clean yours ?
I use a hose and a stainless steel wire brush.....I have used the propane burner but the hose and brush work fine....be sure to use stainless brush or you will contaminate the wire....not sure how much rust it would cause but I use stainless as a precaution...Thank you Jeremy! Have a real good weekend ol friend
thank you so much, very helpful tips and info. I am starting with 2 angora rabbits I am raising for the fiber. I would like to give mine some winter shelter, how do I attach a box to this type cage? I also wont have a rabbit barn, I am thinking to build a 2x4 frame place the cage on that and add a roof on the top of the frame. any suggestions?
I don't know the temperatures where you live but have raised rabbits with tin on the top of the cages in full shade....but yeah the tin on a 2x4 frame raised up 8 or 10 inches from the top of the cage will give them more air....and keep the rain out with an overhang....you can see how I have the boxes attached with the plywood on the inside of the cage, and also have 1x4s running the length of the cage supporting the boxes on the ends. You can keep your buck warm in the winter if you build a wood rectangular box that will fit through the cage door. I like the permanent housing for my breeding stock, and they like it too
I am upstate south carolina, on the edge of the mountains, so it can get quite cold here. I hit the lumber yard this morning and have my lumber and roofing that matches my chicken coop. I got my wire and clips etc yesterday. I have the bottom and 2 sides on as of this afternoon. I am making mine 8 feet long and 2 compartments for my angoras. all my parts are cut and the edges ground nicely. I am so glad you showed how to deal with wire that has "run off" because I am dealing with it on both sides by about a half inch. I was rather smug that I had gotten a cheapo harbor freight 4 inch cut off wheel yesterday evening as well, and THEN I saw your video. Grinding the miter on the wire is a great tip as well. So... I will start tomorrow with putting in my ends and the partition. But I am wondering, since I plan to let them both have a box year round, should I stop and build those and attach them on the ends BEFORE I flip it over and add the top? thats what seems logical to me... thanks in advance, and your video rocks... but I would love a better look at your boxes, its really quick on the video.
You can build the boxes later....if your cages are 24" deep then you can make the boxes 24"inches long, the width of the cage. Build the boxes out of 1x12 pine boards and place a sheet of plywood on the inside of the cage the same size as the end wall, then use the right length screws an screw from the inside of the cage through the plywood into the box. The end wall will be "sandwiched" between the plywood and box. I use hardwood strips of wood around the opening for them to chew on...cut the opening the size you want toward one end of the box instead of the middle, preferably on the side near the front of the cage so you can see in there easily. The permanent housing works great and offers protection from varmints and they love them..
thank you so much, you are so helpful and generous with your information thank you so much for being so generous with your knowledge, it is much appreciated.
I don't like using wire mesh for the floors bcs rabbits can get bruises and after that infection into their paws ... Better but with a same function is grate from planks ... its just few 1.2 inches wide planks with 0.4 or 0.6 inches spaxe between them ... they can pee and take a shit and their paws are dry and no bruises at all .. just saying my opinion and some ideas :)
@@WORMGITTER Any reason you attach a large nest box on the side of the cage instead od inserting a 18" x 10" that lots of people take out after a while? Great video by the way. I'm in the middle of building my 3 does plus growouts plus a few extras. Should be finished tomorrow. Then one more day building the metal frame and the drainage system. Still need to build the feeders (too expensive in Australia), have most of the scrap metal for it, and the water system after that
@@TheC920996mmkj they like having a house and it helps them to feel safe. Also they can get out of the weather...since the barn is open. You can't leave the young in the open box because they will use it for a bathroom...after they leave the nest they don't go back in till they kindle...it works out good
Thank You for posting this video. You are the first person that I have seen that posted a video using the correct gauge wire mesh for the bottom of the cages. Plus you are the first person that has taken the time to actually show how to properly install the J clips. I know your videos will help many people.
Thank you so much for patiently showing all your steps. You made it so easy to understand. The details about the grinder disks and the difference in the welded galvanized and galvanized after-welded wire was very helpful. I really appreciate all your work on the cages and the video.
Thank you Theresa
I made my rabbit cages based on tips from this video 3 years ago. Thank you for your time making this video.
your welcome and Thank you
I had 50 breeding does when I was 14 years old. That was over 60 years ago. I would like to have several New Zealand Whites for breeders and a good buck. I had made wooden cages with tight mesh chicken wire. The wood was from lap board that I saved from our remodeling our 98 year-old house. I sure like the all-wire cages you are making. I appreciated your step by step instructions. Watched it all. It is now 2:38am. Time to go to bed.
Thank you
The wisdom that flows from you is incredible! Nicely detailed video. Thank you.
WOO HOO!!! I finished the cage and hutch build. I have a nice framework and roof as well. Everything is all leveled up and the bunnies are outside. I am so happy and so proud of myself, but man oh man am I tuckered out. I wish I could upload a picture of my build using your instructions. Thanks again.
Man dude you can't stop lying to people can you you're lying to everybody that's God's only what he says in comments and don't put a heart on it he is crazy I know they'll put him to the cops
Thank you for a great video. You are what I call a real mechanic. You make sure it’s done right with no sloppy short cuts. Sanford N.C.
yeah like bending the wire to make a corner! These are good and sturdy....Thanks Rose
I appreciate how you show the detail of the work-much help. Thank you!
you're Welcome
Man you sure got a lot of birds there.
Thank you for such a detailed explanation on how to build a rabbit cage. By far the best video on this subject.
Thank you Toastman
Thank you so much, this helps so much. I'm new and just getting into meat rabbits. This helps so much you have no idea. It's very much appreciated.
you're Welcome and Thank You
Excellent craftsmanship details. Love that. As a teenager I built my original cages with wood framing and hardware cloth and later discovered the value of the all wire hanging cages. What a difference they make. Your cages are nearly identical to those I saw once in a large rabbitry. He advised making them in 2 or 3 cage units as you have done. They were easier to make and hang in the pole barn that he used and he said easier to repair if damaged in some way.
How large? 200+ breeding does
not sure if your asking how large each cage but their 18'H x 24"D x 36L
Hey Duke some time ago I mentioned to you that I was going to build your style cages, well I forgot to give you the update. I completed the cages and I have to say that I followed your instructions to the letter and we are well pleased with the results. In fact I've had some folks compliment me, wanting to know where I bought them telling me that they looked professionally built. I did share with them that I used your instructions and gave them your yutube channel. Thanks so much. for guiding me Brother.
In Christian love,
terry
Thanks Terry....appreciate you Brother
Do you know what the cost of them came out to be ?
You sir are a great teacher. I greatly appreciate your guidance.
Thank you and appreciate you saying so
New sub, here. Thanks for a great video.
Whenever I miss hanging out with my grandpa, I’m going to tune in and set a spell.
you are Welcome here
Duke, I have to confess, I cheated a bit by skipping forward in steps. But while doing so, I was able to admire your handiwork. I picked up some good tips, like how to cut strong, no. 9, galvanized wire! I can see that your rabbits are very content. They seem to have smiles on their faces! What nice cages. Good job my friend!
I just like ye coming over and commenting....knowing yer doing good.... Have a great weekend ol buddy!
I used my scrap wire for trasport cages for rabbits i haul
"I hope this was helpful." Yessiree bobtail! It sure was helpful. You just gave me the pattern for my own hutches when I git to going up in Maine. THANK YOU!
You are Welcome!
thank you for putting this video on here. it really helped me.
Hey , Thanks for saying so Mike
Thanks so much and the experience on building a rabbit cage I really needed this so now I can. Build a cage for the rabbits I'm getting thanks so much
Well sir, just received my order from Klubertanz and will be building some cages per your instruction- the best I've seen on you tube. Thank you.
you are Welcome
I just went and looked at some rabbit hutches for sale and wasn't impressed with the quality (rooting wood). I've apparently searched enough Rabbit videos that yours popped up as recommended and has been so helpful. Thank you for starting me on my rabbit journey. New subscriber here.
if you are starting out you could save money if you found wire cages that are the right size to fit your needs...pay particular attention to the cage floors...and Thanks for subscribing
Thanks. I will. God bless.
where the piece seems longer on one side than the other, it would work to start cutting from the long side toward the short side to relieve the tension and then clip the cut line back together squaring it up.it looks good regardless.
Those are some nice rabbit cages , I’m certainly going to make some for my 3 rabbits and try it the way you made them 👍🏻
you will like this cage system...easy to maintain and a good size for the rabbits
thank you for the video, will help making my quail cage. i love how you made the doors, and suspended the cages. That will make it nearly impossible for predators.
Thanks for the compliment and wish you great success
I think you remind me of my dad overalls, beard and all! You tell it like it is. You're super thorough and you don't repeat yourself lol. Excellent video....I really enjoyed hanging out with you today and learning from you.
Cool!
I love the commentary, I learned alot in this video.
Thank you
I would like to see how you add the doe nesting boxes to the end of your cages.
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Nicely done! The cage looks great! If you ever are in need if any mesh or hardware cloth let us know :) The Wire Cloth MAN
Thanks, from Mexico. Excellent explanation and work.
Thanks Eduardo
This was very helpful. I’ve made these before I didn’t understand the wire not matching up
The cages sure look great Duke. I like those j-clips and pliers. Thanks for showing how its done! -Kevin
Hey Kevin! Good to here from ye ol buddy!...I get a lot of questions bout building cages so I thought about a video I can refer to folks....Thanks ol buddy!
Big Respekt and Support from Serbija .
This is the best video on making cages. I'll be following these plans for my system rebuild.
No pans, no smelly wood, easy to rake clean.🐇🐇🐇👍👍👍
that's right...Thanks for saying so
Fantastic video! Thanks so much for the information!
you are Welcome and Thank You
Great video! Now my problem is I can’t get j clips anywhere because of Covid they can’t order them.
thats messed up
at 1:07:52 Worm Gitter explains and compares wire, Galvanized After Weld (GAW) vs Galvanized Before Weld.
Great Job "Worm Gitter" thank you Sir!
Thank you
You might have already answered this question (but didn't see it asked). What is the brand name on the J Clip tool? I can't seem to find that particular tool anywhere. It looks much better that the tool I have. Thank You for your answer and your video from the West side of Arkansas!
if you buy the pliers , buy the galvanized j clips with it...they will last twice as long thanks www.bassequipment.com/Shop/ECONOMY_KLIP-IT_PLIERS-973
Where do you guys find the baby saver wire? I have been trying to find it for a while. I love your videos. Thanks.
www.bassequipment.com/Store/ShopDetail/GALVAFTER-00/GALVANIZED_AFTER_WIRE you should see it about half way down the list. Contact them for details but you want the 14 gauge galvanized after welding. The height should be 18" for this wire
great cage and thanks for not using the fast forward mode
your welcome and Thank you for commenting
i have heard that rabbits can get sore hawks from this kind of bedding. Maybe wrong wire? i just dont want toes being caught in that big of holes. As long as if its flat wire and not bumpy or anything will it not hurt the rabbits feet?
it doesn't hurt them and its sanitary...unsanitary conditions will hurt their feet
Your a wealth of knowledge. I’m gonna make me some. Thank you
Were do you find your wire
Those cages look great. They are just aged, nothing wrong with them.
Thanks
Thank you for this video its gonna help me on my next cage build
you're Welcome
Awsome rabbit cages sir well dune I cant wait to build mine
Thank you
awesome job. thanks. you are a wonderful teacher
That was awesome! Thank you, you saved my day for sure ❤️❤️❤️
You're welcome and Thank you
How do you hang or elevate the cages. Do you use feet or a open bench under the cage.
1:09:37
i would LOVE to see a video on how you set up your watering system and the materials to use. Very neat and out of the way! No tubing hanging all over!! Love your style! Check out foxfire in nc : ) you might enjoy stories!..Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge. God bless and keep you and yours!
I'll get one out and Thanks for the blessing
I want to build a rabbitry pen like this but so many people on the internet are saying that the wire under paws damages them and causes wounds as rabbits have no natural padding under their paws. Is this true? How are your rabbits' paws? Is there a way that you work your materials to avoid this kind of issue? I want to make sure I'm doing things properly. Thanks in advance. xxx
I can tell you this wire is made for keeping rabbits. I have raised New Zealands for over 40 yrs and never had feet problems. The lie about the wire comes from people leaving hay in the bottom of the cages to rot and it contains urine that will burn their feet and lose the natural hair padding. They're feet are padded and with sanitary cages and good wire they're feet will be fine. I have raised some old rabbits, no problems. I can't tell you about other breeds
@@WORMGITTER Thanks so much! Great to know directly from an experienced person.
Best cage build ever
Pretty large rolls of cage wire you have there! How do you prepare for motor freight delivery? Can it be delivered into the back of a full size pickup truck? If delivery truck has lift gate, that's easy, but what about without that convenience. Rolls like that are heavy, I'm sure. Hope you can reply. Subbed and happy about that!
The company you order wire from will make the freight arrangements and time for delivery...the freight company driver calls and I meet him where it is convenient for both of us. The rolls are heavy but can't remember the exact weight. We did not need a lift gate to get them in the back of a p/u
What company do you order your wire from?
That's a beautiful cage. I want to make some of these someday.
an easy build Huck
Give them some compost filled floor and it fits. 🐎
Nice! I learned about J-clips. Ever use hog rings on any of your projects?
I bought cages in the past built with hog rings and remember they worked good. A lil loose maybe...I'm going to give it a closer look and appreciate the idea
If you are going to feed hay, any thoughts on where that hay feeder would go?
I just bough an angle grinder to help with making my cages.
What kind of disc do you like for cutting wire?
the ones that are 1/16th thick are best for cutting wire
WORM GITTER thank you so much for your response! I’ll get one Monday!
@@jeanettehaygood4154 be sure to have a face shield and gloves...Thanks!
WORM GITTER yes sir! I’ve got ‘em ready to go!
Tools used showed near the end.
Howdy Worm Gitter. I'm new to your channel and I want a system just like yours. However I'm having a hard time finding the different cage wire materials exactly to your specifications. If you are an affiliate with Amazon, can you link the differing exact wires we will need to buy from Amazon? I'd appreciate it. Thank you for your great videos! I binge watched a ton of them last night! :)
I am not affilliated with Amazon or Bass equipment. Here is their link and the GAW is the best...this is not wire from China and will last a lot longer than the cheap wire....Thanks for watching and commenting
www.bassequipment.com/SCResult/Welded-Wire-231
@@WORMGITTER Thank you sir! That was very helpful. It seems they even sell pre-built cages with your height/width/length description. I'm not sure what size the flooring is for it though. But yes, I'll order from this site as the selections for the dimensions are all there. Thanks again!
Where did you get the baby wire. My local TSC doesn't have it.
www.bassequipment.com/
I haven't found a single place around me..(Charlotte NC area) that sales the 14 ga wire....and what I have found is really expensive.
it is expensive...but worth the money....if you are starting out you might want to buy some used cages to see if you like raising rabbits...good wire is the only way to go for the long term
Nice video tutorial sir👍👍👍
Thank you
Looks good! This is a pretty cool project Duke, I have learned quite a bit from your rabbit videos. I am a bit lost on one part though..what is a grow out pen? Or what is the use of one or maybe I should ask, what is the difference between a grow out pin and a stock cage? Thanks for being safe and showing safe use of the grinder..one of my boys had a very serious accident with one..luckily my other boy came up and checked on him and got him to the hospital! I look forward to seeing more of your videos on raising rabbits...Have great weekend my friend!
Hey Lee! the grow out pens need larger feeders for the young rabbits that are weaned...the stock cages need baby safe wire for the newborn kits.....the way I am building them they can interchange and it just makes the cages more versatile...take care ol buddy and Thanks!
Lee Ralph - I describe a grow out pen like sending the kids off to school. Once mama weans her babies she needs her space. So out they go to a nice sized pen. All of them can still stay together for awhile until they’re sold or butchered. That’s why the feeder is bigger because they all pull up to the “table” together like in the school cafeteria. This is especially true with New Zealands- they grow fast and big. And mamas have big litters too. Just putting my take on things.
Mr. duke, excellent job! Where do you buy your wire?
www.bassequipment.com/Store/ShopDetail/GALVAFTER-00/GALVANIZED_AFTER_WIRE
Click on the customize tab!
Thank you sir
That link doesn’t work :(
@@kelleylowe66
Hey Kelley.. I ran into the same problem. The link below is the same store..
www.bassequipment.com/Shop/GALVANIZED-AFTER-WIRE-1474
Hi! what is the name of the pliers you used on the screen? in 30:49
J clip pliers Thanks
Where did you purchase your wire from? Great video well explained, thanks.
www.bassequipment.com/SCResult/Welded-Wire-231
Get it set out
Where do you get this fencing? My local hardware HD and lowes have fencing but the fence openings are usually 2x4?
farm stores not HD or Lowes
Thanks for your wisdom.
Hey Duke, that was a great video. I'm going to be building more cages soon. Mine are wood ,wire and barn tin. with removable dividers. but it's a pain to clean them. I've been using a propane torch with a rose bud tip to clean them. How do you clean yours ?
I use a hose and a stainless steel wire brush.....I have used the propane burner but the hose and brush work fine....be sure to use stainless brush or you will contaminate the wire....not sure how much rust it would cause but I use stainless as a precaution...Thank you Jeremy! Have a real good weekend ol friend
+WORM GITTER thank you for the tip. y'all have a good weekend too !
I went to Rural King to buy some wire and it had a cancer causing warning label with a reproductive warning? Does this effect the rabbits?
Not that I have seen
Very detailed, thank you very much!
Thank ye, and yer Welcome!
How much did it cost to buy everything to build the cage?
Where can you buy that 1/2-in x 1-in x 2-in wire?
www.bassequipment.com/
Thank you very much ... really big help
you are Welcome Kenny
thank you so much, very helpful tips and info. I am starting with 2 angora rabbits I am raising for the fiber. I would like to give mine some winter shelter, how do I attach a box to this type cage? I also wont have a rabbit barn, I am thinking to build a 2x4 frame place the cage on that and add a roof on the top of the frame. any suggestions?
I don't know the temperatures where you live but have raised rabbits with tin on the top of the cages in full shade....but yeah the tin on a 2x4 frame raised up 8 or 10 inches from the top of the cage will give them more air....and keep the rain out with an overhang....you can see how I have the boxes attached with the plywood on the inside of the cage, and also have 1x4s running the length of the cage supporting the boxes on the ends. You can keep your buck warm in the winter if you build a wood rectangular box that will fit through the cage door. I like the permanent housing for my breeding stock, and they like it too
I am upstate south carolina, on the edge of the mountains, so it can get quite cold here. I hit the lumber yard this morning and have my lumber and roofing that matches my chicken coop. I got my wire and clips etc yesterday. I have the bottom and 2 sides on as of this afternoon. I am making mine 8 feet long and 2 compartments for my angoras. all my parts are cut and the edges ground nicely. I am so glad you showed how to deal with wire that has "run off" because I am dealing with it on both sides by about a half inch. I was rather smug that I had gotten a cheapo harbor freight 4 inch cut off wheel yesterday evening as well, and THEN I saw your video. Grinding the miter on the wire is a great tip as well. So... I will start tomorrow with putting in my ends and the partition. But I am wondering, since I plan to let them both have a box year round, should I stop and build those and attach them on the ends BEFORE I flip it over and add the top? thats what seems logical to me... thanks in advance, and your video rocks... but I would love a better look at your boxes, its really quick on the video.
You can build the boxes later....if your cages are 24" deep then you can make the boxes 24"inches long, the width of the cage. Build the boxes out of 1x12 pine boards and place a sheet of plywood on the inside of the cage the same size as the end wall, then use the right length screws an screw from the inside of the cage through the plywood into the box. The end wall will be "sandwiched" between the plywood and box. I use hardwood strips of wood around the opening for them to chew on...cut the opening the size you want toward one end of the box instead of the middle, preferably on the side near the front of the cage so you can see in there easily. The permanent housing works great and offers protection from varmints and they love them..
thank you so much, you are so helpful and generous with your information
thank you so much for being so generous with your knowledge, it is much appreciated.
Awesome cage sir . 🇮🇳
Thank ye
Where do you get your cage wire?
www.bassequipment.com/SCResult/Welded-Wire-231
Hi Duke, where did you get your 18 inch 14 gage wire I haven’t been able to find any locally did you get it on Amazon thank you
Hey Cris www.bassequipment.com/
Thanks Duke I will check it out
Hi Duke could you do a short video on your watering system for your rabbits I would really appreciate it thank you
yeah Cris...it may take a week or so...Thanks buddy
in the uk what are jake clips and that plier gadget called
maybe wire cage clips? the pliers are j clip pliers
I don't like using wire mesh for the floors bcs rabbits can get bruises and after that infection into their paws ... Better but with a same function is grate from planks ... its just few 1.2 inches wide planks with 0.4 or 0.6 inches spaxe between them ... they can pee and take a shit and their paws are dry and no bruises at all .. just saying my opinion and some ideas :)
I never had the troubles you describe....what material are the planks?
Where can I order the wire. Local stores here dont have any
www.bassequipment.com/
very helpful sir.
Thanks for saying so...appreciate it
Where are you at
What is the gage for top and sides? Thank you for your video.
I buy wire from Bass equipment and the sides are babysafe 14 and the top can be 16 gage
www.bassequipment.com/Shop/GALVANIZED-BEFORE-WIRE-1476
WORM GITTER Thank you. Very informative.
Where did you order your wire and your door latch’s at
www.bassequipment.com/
Thank you
Mr Duke how big are your nesting boxes
Can you give the dimensions
12x12x24 I used pine 1 x12's...Thanks
@@WORMGITTER Any reason you attach a large nest box on the side of the cage instead od inserting a 18" x 10" that lots of people take out after a while? Great video by the way. I'm in the middle of building my 3 does plus growouts plus a few extras. Should be finished tomorrow. Then one more day building the metal frame and the drainage system. Still need to build the feeders (too expensive in Australia), have most of the scrap metal for it, and the water system after that
@@TheC920996mmkj they like having a house and it helps them to feel safe. Also they can get out of the weather...since the barn is open. You can't leave the young in the open box because they will use it for a bathroom...after they leave the nest they don't go back in till they kindle...it works out good
Very helpful 👍
Thank you
Where are you getting the bulk wire?
www.bassequipment.com/SCResult/Welded-Wire-231
@@WORMGITTER Thanks!
Very helpful 👌
To cut that wire any wired grinder will do?
its a 4 inch grinder with a 4 inch cut off disc 1/16 thick
@@WORMGITTER Thank you! I wish I could have you make 1 for me. I need something like that for chicks!.
On the end wall sides why not put the baby saving wire on it?
you might want to but I have permanent nesting boxes mounted on the ends....Thanks for asking
Thank you so much!
Where did you find the 14 gauge wire?
www.bassequipment.com/
Thank you.
you are Welcome
Where can I buy these rolls of wire?
www.bassequipment.com/SCResult/Welded-Wire-231
1:03:44 what's the other purple colourful tool
thats my play pretty when nobody looking :)
I like this project too
Hey Judy and the Hubster!
cost of this iron net