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How many processes of breeding are there? If truth be told, there are many but as per experts with the exception of colony breeding others fail to have the momentum and emerge triumphant.

What leads to this sorry scenario? Let’s look at the processes then. Normally, on one end, the breeder put the doe in the buck’s cage and takes out her after the breeding. On the other end, the breeder introduces the doe and checks that she is stimulated and places the buck into position, lifting her hindquarters and pressing the buck against the doe, if there is any necessity.

The breeder, it may be you also, does everything in this case but as per experts, chances of success are limited owing to (possible) emergence of several unforeseen developments. Nevertheless, as indicated by them, colony breeding is more feasible since it enables the buck to live with a number of does for the time being, breeding as many does as he is capable. Should you go for this process then? Well, it should be stated at the very outset that the process is time-consuming and there is the need of forbearance and persistent determination on the part of owners, also the breeders.

You can also go for the natural breeding and this is considered by experts as one of the safest and prolific processes. All you have to do is to place the doe in the buck's cage and never try to do the reverse, or else it can set in motion more disasters. However, there is the need of constant watch and any deviation may prove to be fatal in the long run. Keep in mind that entire process can happen within an instant and so be aware always. If everything remains fine, you will come across an unusual scene. You will find that buck mount the doe from the appropriate end, followed by the doe who will pick up her hindquarters and then the buck will pop off his mount, at times in a very dramatic and entertaining manner.

You may also perceive the pair circling each other for a period of time and this is also a normal process. Try to rebreed after an hour to add to the number of eggs released to increase litter size. Whenever you repeat the same act, never forget to make a note of the time of the first breeding and make the second attempt about one hour later. It’s vital to complete records and this may help in future.