Breeding Stock Placement
Selective placement of American Chinchilla breeding stock to qualified conservancy and homestead breeders committed to heritage preservation.
Conservation Through Collaboration
Rit Shabbit Enterprises places breeding stock selectively with breeders who share our commitment to American Chinchilla preservation. This is not a commercial breeding stock business—it is an extension of our conservation mission.
Every rabbit we place carries documented genetics and represents years of careful breeding decisions. We place animals only with individuals who demonstrate the knowledge, facilities, and dedication required to maintain breed standards.
Heritage breed conservation requires a network of committed breeders. We support those working toward the same goal.
Who We Work With
We place breeding stock with two types of operations: conservancy breeders and homestead rabbit breeders. Both must demonstrate specific qualifications.
Conservancy Breeders
Individuals or organizations actively working to preserve threatened or endangered livestock breeds through documented breeding programs and adherence to established standards.
Homestead Breeders
Small-scale operations maintaining rabbits for sustainable homestead use with commitment to humane treatment, ARBA standards, and responsible breeding practices.
ARBA Commitment
Understanding of and dedication to American Rabbit Breeders Association breed standards for the American Chinchilla.
Proper Facilities
Appropriate housing, space, and resources to maintain healthy breeding stock with individual care and attention.
Record Keeping
Willingness to maintain detailed pedigrees and contribute to the broader genetic diversity of the breed.
Long-Term Vision
Demonstrated commitment to multi-generational breeding rather than short-term or casual interest in rabbits.
Who We Do Not Place With
We do not place breeding stock with:
- Commercial meat production operations focused solely on volume
- Casual pet owners without breeding experience or facilities
- Operations unable to maintain ARBA standards
- Breeders unwilling to track and share pedigree information
- Individuals seeking rabbits for immediate meat production rather than breeding programs
- Operations with inadequate housing or care standards
- Anyone unable to demonstrate long-term commitment to the breed
This is not exclusionary—it is protective. The American Chinchilla is a threatened breed. Every placement decision affects the breed’s future.
How to Apply
Initial Contact
Email conservation@ritshabbit.com with a detailed introduction including your background, facilities, breeding goals, and experience with rabbits or other livestock.
Review & Discussion
We will review your inquiry and respond with questions about your operation, standards, and long-term plans. This conversation helps us assess alignment with conservation goals.
Availability Assessment
If alignment is confirmed, we will notify you when suitable breeding stock becomes available. Availability is determined by our breeding program, not demand.
Placement & Follow-Up
Upon placement, we provide complete pedigrees and remain available for consultation. We maintain long-term relationships with breeders we place stock with.
Timeline varies significantly. Some placements occur within months; others may take over a year depending on breeding outcomes and available animals.
Placement Terms
Pricing: Breeding stock is priced based on quality, genetics, and age. Prices reflect the value of documented heritage genetics and years of selective breeding.
Selection: We select which animals are available for placement. Specific requests for color, sex, or age are considered but not guaranteed.
Documentation: All breeding stock includes complete pedigree documentation spanning multiple generations.
Ongoing Communication: We appreciate updates on breeding outcomes and welcome questions about maintaining the line.
Interested in Breeding Stock?
If you are a conservancy breeder or homestead operation committed to American Chinchilla preservation under ARBA standards, we welcome your inquiry.
Please include detailed information about your experience, facilities, and breeding goals in your initial contact.