Other factors that contribute to how long rabbits include breed, genetics, gender, as well as diet, Oxbow Animal Health reports. The American Rabbit Breeders Association recognizes 52 unique breeds.

she says Rabbit meat is very high on vitamin D. Depending on the demand she would slaughter 15-20 rabbits per week. Mercy keeps around 6 breeds of Rabbits: They are mostly pure white with pink eyes.