In professional rabbit farming, profitability hinges on the first few days of life. The moment of birth and nursing in the nest are critical. Baby rabbits are born hairless, blind and entirely dependent on the temperature and hygiene provided by their mother… and the bedding.
A common mistake on many farms is to underestimate the importance of the quality of the nesting material. Using damp straw or sawdust can cause mortality rates to soar due to hypothermia or infections. At Visecorsa, we offer pine shavings designed to act as a sanitary barrier.
The bed: A dry, warm microclimate
El principal enemigo de un conejo recién nacido es la humedad. La humedad roba el calor corporal de la cría (provocando muertes por enfriamiento) y favorece el crecimiento de bacterias y hongos.
La viruta de pino gallego de Visecorsa actúa como un regulador natural:
- Absorción superior: Capta la humedad de la orina y del ambiente mucho más rápido que la paja, manteniendo a las crías secas.
- Aislamiento térmico: Al crear una estructura esponjosa con aire entre las lascas de madera, retiene el calor generado por la madre y los propios gazapos. Esto es vital en las noches frías o en granjas con oscilación térmica.
Respiratory health: Beware of dust
Rabbits have an extremely sensitive respiratory system. Our wood shavings undergo a rigorous double-sifting and vacuuming process:
- We remove the fine particles that irritate rabbits’ nasal mucous membranes.
- We guarantee a clean environment for both breeding does and growing kits.
As detailed in our Definitive Guide to Dry and Safe Nests, choosing a dust-free bedding is the best preventive measure.
Versatility for farms and shops
Whether for a large-scale farm with thousands of does or for distribution to pet shops, the format matters.
- Guaranteed hygiene: Our wood shavings are packaged following a high-temperature drying process, which reduces the initial bacterial load – something that field straw cannot guarantee.
- Easy to handle: The compressed bales allow for efficient storage and quick distribution to the nesting boxes.
Are you looking to improve survival rates in your nesting boxes? Wood shavings are the safest and most efficient option for rabbit breeding. At Visecorsa, we supply rabbit farms across the whole of the Iberian Peninsula.
