damn rabbits

i live in the chicago suburbs. there are rabbits all over the place. they eat the flowers, and bushes...and they crap all over the patio. they're a real pain in the ass. i think its safe to say that i hate them.

so, i just got in from cutting the grass and i noticed something strange. no, it wasn't a nigerian waiting to steal my lawnmower...it was a rabbit who did not run away from me. usually, you take one step towards them and they take off into the neighbor's yard.

well, as i finished the back yard, i found out why the rabbit didn't run...she dug a hole in the corner of the yard and there are about 6 tiny baby rabbits in this hole. they are dark grey and they are about the size of my thumb.

now, i hate these bastards but, i don't think i can kill baby rabbits. what should i do?

i don't want more of these things terrorizing my plants and patio but, they are defenseless babies.

i have thought about what to do and i can't decide so, i am doing the only thing that makes sense...i am asking advice on a gambling forum.

your thoughts...

r u in italy?

i heard rabbits r good eats!

If you kill a rabbit, just then then to tell us about it naturally. if you get like ten of these guys, then you are in the driver's seat.

Rabbit's demise



wil.

Rob are you alright tonight?


wil.

not sure what to say . i do not believe in the killing of innocent gods creatures but get a sharp knife. i have heard that rabbits feet are lucke charms to carry around.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>i do not believe in the killing of innocent gods creatures but get a sharp knife<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>HAHAHA LMAO!

having same problems here in the sw burbs.There are deterrents you can buy at the store.

cage em' all, feed em' good, and eat em'

Enjoy

Peskie Wabbits.


Rabbit Problems

wil.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by NICKYTHEFISH:
having same problems here in the sw burbs.There are deterrents you can buy at the store.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

problem is, that stuff smells so bad...its worse than the rabbits.

maybe i'll just buy a bb gun and wait until the babies grow up to the age where they know right from wrong. then i will shoot them.

I would let them be; they will grow and be out of your "hare" in no time. Personally I do hope you are not one of these "lawn fanatics" obsessing over strips of the ideal perfect grass . I’m glad you thought twice about killing the innocent creatures they know no better; remember the bushes and flowers are considered food rather than visual fodder.

Dr.

"Rabbit meat can be used in most of the ways in which chicken can be used. It is fine grained and mild flavored, and practically all of it is white meat. Like other lean meats, poultry and lean fish, rabbit meat is a good source of high quality protein."

Small young rabbits (fryers, 1 1/2 to 2 pounds ready to cook) may be fried satisfactorily in much the same way that chicken is fried. Or they may be stewed and the meat used in various recipes.
Larger fryers and roasters need long, slow cooking in a covered pan to make them tender. Best methods of cooking them are stewing -- that is, simmering in a small amount of water - and braising - first browning in a little fat and then cooking slowly,with or without added liquid, on top of the range or in the oven. Liquid used in braising may be a sauce that adds flavor to the dish.
For most recipes, the rabbit is cut in serving pieces before it is cooked. Cut large rabbits into 9 or 11 pieces -- the 2 forelegs, 4 pieces from the 2 hind legs and 3 or 5 sections of back.
The kidneys are usually attached inside the lower back and are cooked and served with this piece. The liver and heart may be cooked with the rest of the rabbit in any recipe you are using, or stewed separately and used in gravy.
From a small rabbit 1 1/2 to 3 1/2 pounds, ready to cook, you may expect 2 to 4 1/2 cups of cooked meat. From larger rabbits you may count on about 1 1/2 cups of cooked meat per pound of ready to cook weight."

FRIED RABBIT

Small Young rabbit (1 1/2 to 2 pounds ready to cook)
Cut into serving pieces.
Flour, salt, pepper
Cooking fat or oil

Roll rabbit in mixture of flour, salt and pepper. Heat fat or oil about 1/4 inch deep in a heavy fry pan large enough to hold the pieces without crowding.

Use moderate heat for frying. Put in the large meaty pieces of rabbit first and cook about 10 min. before adding the smaller pieces and giblets. Turn the pieces often for even cooking and cook until well browned and tender. (30 to 35 min. total time). 3 to 4 servings

GOLDEN BROWN FRIED RABBIT

2 to 3 lb. fryer rabbit
1/2 cup flour
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
butter/oil

Shake moist pieces of rabbit in plastic bag in flour and seasonings mix. Brown rabbit in butter/oil in heavy skillet, turning to brown evenly on all sides. Reduce heat, cover and cook slowly about 1 hour or until tender. For crisp crust on rabbit uncover for last 10 to 15 minutes of cooking time. Serves 4 to 6.

I just moved to the burbs and my wife hates the rabbits. They don't bother me at this point.

If I were you, I would call animal control and have those folks take care of removing the babies along with their mother HOPEFULLY. Life is too short to go around killing things. Oh wait, I just killed a bunch of bees and their three hives. Ooops.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>GOLDEN BROWN FRIED RABBIT
<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>and here I am thinking eating fried aligator is strange from my Florida days

I HATE CAT'S BUT MY NEIGHBOR HAD A CAT THAT NOT ONLY TOOK CARE OF MY RABBIT PROBLEM BUT SQUIRREL AS WELL....SO A CAT MAY BE THE ANSWER.

WERE YOU FROM IN THE BURBS ?...........G

wow thats true GM. a rabbit would be no match for a cat like a Maine Coon.

Their large eyes and ears are also survival traits, serving as they do increase sight and hearing. The relatively long, square muzzle facilitates grasping prey and lapping water from streams and puddles. They are not as vertically-oriented as some other breeds, prefering to chase objects on the ground and grasping them in their large paws.

HEARD THIS RABBIT IN GRASS PROBLEM A MAJOR PROBLEM EVERYWHERE THIS YEAR WITH ALL THE RAIN AND GROWN UP LAWNS/GRASS...HAPPENING ALOT DOWN HERE...CALL ANIMAL CONTROL OR HUMANE SOCIETY....SOME LADY DOWN HERE MAKING NEWS FEEDING THE LITTLE THINGS AFTER THE PARENTS ARE RUN OFF BY THE MOWER GUY...WHAT ABOUT LETTING THEM GROW AND THEN MAKING RABBIT COATS?