Breeder Status Management
Track the complete lifecycle of your rabbits with BunnySync's status management system. From active breeding stock to final disposition, maintain accurate records of every rabbit's current state and history.
Understanding Breeder Status
Every breeder in BunnySync has a status that reflects their current state in your rabbitry:
Active
Currently in your rabbitry and available for breeding or showing
Sold
Sold to another breeder or customer - no longer in your possession
Butchered
Processed for meat production
Died
Natural death or euthanized due to illness/injury
Archive
Retired from breeding but kept for reference
Cull
Marked for removal from breeding program
Changing Breeder Status
Update a breeder's status from their profile page using the action menu:
Status Change Menu
Click the three-dot menu on any breeder profile
Status Change Process
- Navigate to breeder profile
- Click the three-dot menu (⋮) button
- Select new status from the dropdown
- Confirm the change if prompted
- Status updates immediately
Status Lifecycle Flow
Understanding the typical progression of breeder statuses:
Status Details & Usage
Active Status
When to use Active:
- Rabbit is currently in your rabbitry
- Available for breeding
- Being shown or evaluated
- Growing out for future decisions
- Default status for all new breeders
Key Point: Active rabbits appear in breeding pair selections and reports.
Sold Status
When to use Sold:
- Rabbit has been sold to another breeder
- Sold as a pet
- Transferred to another rabbitry
- No longer in your possession
Financial Integration: Consider recording the sale in the Financial section for complete records.
Butchered Status
When to use Butchered:
- Processed for meat production
- Culled for quality control
- Terminal harvest
Production Tracking: Important for calculating meat production metrics and feed conversion ratios.
Died Status
When to use Died:
- Natural death
- Illness or injury
- Euthanized for humane reasons
- Accidental death
Health Records: Link to ailments/treatments for mortality analysis.
Archive Status
When to use Archive:
- Retired from breeding
- Kept as pet only
- Historical reference
- Temporarily out of production
Benefit: Keeps pedigree data available while removing from active breeding lists.
Cull Status
When to use Cull:
- Marked for removal from breeding program
- Quality issues identified
- Genetic reasons
- Planning stage before final disposition
Workflow: Use as a temporary status before changing to sold, butchered, or died.
Reversing Status Changes
Made a mistake? Some status changes can be reversed:
Reversal Options by Status
Current Status | Reversal Option | Menu Item |
---|---|---|
Sold | Undo Sold | Returns to Active |
Died | Undo Died | Returns to Active |
Archive | Unarchive | Returns to Active |
Cull | Uncull | Returns to Active |
Butchered | Not reversible | - |
Note: Butchered status cannot be reversed. Delete and recreate if needed.
Status History Tracking
BunnySync maintains a complete history of status changes:
Active
March 15, 2024 - Breeder createdBred
April 20, 2024 - Paired with Buck #42Kindled
May 21, 2024 - 8 kits bornSold
July 15, 2024 - Sold to Johnson RabbitryBulk Status Updates
Future features will include:
- Select multiple breeders for status update
- Batch processing for large operations
- Status change with reason codes
- Export status change reports
Best Practices
🎯 Update Immediately
Change status as soon as events occur to maintain accurate records. Don't wait for "batch processing day."
🎯 Use Correct Status
Choose the most accurate status - don't use "Archive" when you mean "Sold" as this affects reporting accuracy.
🎯 Document Reasons
Use the Notes feature to document why status changed, especially for died or culled rabbits.
🎯 Review Regularly
Periodically review active breeders to ensure all statuses are current and accurate.
Impact on Other Features
Status changes affect various parts of BunnySync:
Breeding Pairs
Only Active status rabbits appear in breeding pair selection dropdowns
Reports
Status filters available in most reports for accurate analysis
Dashboard Stats
Active breeder count reflects only Active status rabbits
Pedigrees
All statuses remain visible in pedigrees for complete lineage
Common Issues
Master Status Management! 📊
You now understand how to track and manage breeder status throughout their lifecycle in BunnySync. Accurate status tracking is essential for maintaining proper records and generating meaningful reports.
Next, learn about adding notes and attachments to breeder profiles.
Continue to Notes & Attachments →