Adding Your First Breeder

Adding your first rabbit to BunnySync is simple! This guide walks you through each field and provides best practices for organizing your rabbitry data.

How to Add a Breeder

There are several ways to access the breeder creation form:

1From Breeders Page

Breeders → Add New Breeder

The most common path - available at the top of your breeders list

2Quick Search

Ctrl+K → type "add breeder"

Use quick search to jump directly to the form

Adding Multiple Rabbits? Use the "Add Multiple" option to add several rabbits at once!

Understanding the Form Fields

Here's exactly what you'll see on the breeder creation form:

Basic Information

Name Required
The rabbit's name - this is the ONLY required field
Examples: Blue Moon, SA-123, Midnight Express
Category
Optional grouping for organization. Click the + icon to create new categories
Examples: Show Stock, Brood Does, Pet Quality
Prefix
Your rabbitry prefix (can be set globally in settings)
Example: If global prefix is "SA", entering "123" creates "SA-123"
Gender
Buck (male) or Doe (female) - defaults to Buck
Choose carefully - this affects breeding options!

Identification

Tattoo ID
Ear tattoo for permanent identification
Examples: SA2024A01, 4B23, LEFT:123 RIGHT:ABC
Cage
Physical location in your rabbitry
Examples: A-12, Buck Row 3, Blue Barn #5

Physical Characteristics

Breed
Start typing to see suggestions. Your default breed pre-fills if set
Examples: Holland Lop, New Zealand White, Mini Rex
Color
Color or variety according to breed standard
Examples: Black Otter, Broken Blue, REW, Tort
Weight
Current weight (uses your account's weight units)
Example: 8.5 (automatically records with today's date)

After Creating Your Breeder

Once you click "Save", you'll be redirected to the breeder's edit page where you can:

Add Photos

Upload multiple photos via the Images tab

Add Pedigree

Link parents from your breeder list

Add Details

Birth date, acquisition info, notes

What Gets Created Automatically

When you save a breeder, BunnySync automatically creates:

  • Breeder Profile - The main record with all basic info
  • Detail Record - For extended information (lineage, genetics)
  • Status Record - Set to "Active" by default
  • Weight Record - If you entered a weight, it's recorded with today's date

Tips for Success

✅ Best Practices
  • Start Simple: Just enter the name first - you can always add more later
  • Be Consistent: Use the same naming pattern for all rabbits
  • Use Categories: Create categories that match your management style
  • Track Location: Always enter cage numbers for easy daily care
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Wrong Gender: Double-check - this affects breeding options
  • Duplicate Names: Each rabbit needs a unique name
  • Missing Tattoos: Add them now if you have them
  • Wrong Weight Units: Check your settings before adding weights

Adding Multiple Breeders

If you have several rabbits to add:

  1. Navigate to Breeders → Add Multiple
  2. Each row is a new rabbit
  3. You can even upload photos for each
  4. All rabbits save at once
Pro Tip: The multiple breeder form is perfect for adding a new litter that you're keeping as breeders!

Subscription Limits

Your subscription plan may limit the number of breeders you can add:

If you reach your plan limit, you'll see a message when trying to add more breeders. Simply upgrade your plan to continue adding rabbits.

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Last updated: September 2025

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The first photo you upload becomes the breeder's avatar throughout BunnySync!