Gestation Calculator for Rabbits
Calculate your rabbit's due date and manage the entire pregnancy timeline from breeding to weaning.
Rabbit Due Date Calculator
Rabbit Litter Chores
Note: Rabbit gestation typically lasts 31 days, but can range from 28-35 days. Monitor your doe closely around the due date.
Rabbit Pregnancy Timeline
Pre-Birth Phase
Breeding Day
The day you breed your rabbit. Does typically reach sexual maturity at 4-6 months, while bucks reach maturity at 6-10 months depending on breed size.
Palpate
Gently press the doe's abdomen to feel for developing kits. This confirms pregnancy and helps plan for the litter. Be careful not to apply too much pressure.
Nestbox & Nails
Prepare the nestbox with clean bedding and hay. Trim the doe's nails to prevent accidental injury to the kits during and after birth.
Due Date
Expected kindling day. Watch for signs of labor: fur pulling, nesting behavior, loss of appetite, mood changes. Rabbits typically give birth quickly, often within minutes.
Post-Birth Phase
Eyes Open
Kits' eyes begin to open. Check that all kits have round tummies (indicating they're being fed). Contact a vet if you suspect nursing issues.
Flip Nestbox & Sanitize
Turn the nestbox over to refresh bedding and clean the cage thoroughly. Kits are becoming more active and exploring their environment.
Remove Nestbox
Kits are mobile enough to leave the nestbox. Remove it and sanitize the entire cage. Kits may start nibbling on hay and pellets.
Sort Litter
Evaluate the litter for size, health, and temperament. Separate by sex if needed. Start planning for weaning and placement.
Wean Litter
Kits can be fully weaned at 8 weeks. Feed unlimited pellets and hay, but avoid vegetables and treats until their digestive systems mature.
Gestation Period Chart
Download our printable rabbit gestation calendar chart for offline reference.
Download PDF ChartBased on the standard 31-day gestation period