Cherokee Flats

09/30/2025

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Let's get the younger generation involved!

Help out the future of Rabbit Breeders Proceeds from shirt sales will go towards helping local 4Hers learn about raising rabbits and get them started in breeding

09/21/2025

We are please to announce we have added Polish to our breeding program. Autumn and I will be working together on this project. We are excited to have the little 3 lb bunnies in our barn again. Be on the lookout for Polish babies in 2026!!

09/02/2025

It's been a busy couple of weeks here at Cherokee Flats.

We've added 4 new Mini Lop, Got 5 Mini Lop bred, got 3 Creme d'Argent bred, added a new Flemish Giant buck, ordered 4 new cage stacks ($2,100!!) that we'll pick up in Pontiac on 09/13/2025, began making a potential show schedule for us, updated the website, added a couple of sales for the upcoming months, moved the Creme's down to the basement with the Champagnes, discussed expanding the d'Argents and possibly adding Agrente Bruns to complete our "d'Argent Alley", make a list of other cages and items we need to replace in the barn, cleaned cages (rabbit cages anyway) and despite doing all of this, I still feel like I didn't get anything done this weekend LOL

Up next will be getting the Flemish bred.

Fall on the farm is never a dull time of year.

side note: anyone else notice that our "hobbies" are the reason we have incomes. These little furballs are EXPENSIVE!!

don't forget to check out our website at www.cherokeeflats.com there you can see all our animals, both pets and those we raise as well as what and when we'll have stuff available.

As always, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email us at [email protected]

Small family owned farm located in Rural Farmer City, IL We provide quailty, well socialized animals for families across the US for pets and show animals. We DO NOT ship our animals and require all purchases to be picked up at the farm or for a delivery fee, they can be delivered locally.

08/24/2025

Picked up 4 new Mini Lop today from Cathy Ping!!!

We’re excited.

07/16/2025

Cherokee Flats proudly supports World Bird Sanctuary in St. Louis, MO and Illinois Raptor Center in Decatur, IL. We donate any animals that we don’t use ourselves to help feed these beautiful animals.

Facebook: Illinois Raptor Center

Facebook: World Bird Sanctuary Instagram: worldbirdsanctuary

Visit them online and in person. You’ll be glad you did.

We love these amazing organizations for all the amazing work they do with these beautiful animals.

07/16/2025

Go vote for Cherokee Flats in The Pantagraph’s Best of… https://pantagraph.com/exclusive/readerschoice/ballot-2025/?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwLkqBlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHqJtAA_3aH26xTqYSxTxbI7s_rUcrGDZJpzJ92bwuR0kgDc0mz3puZc1tp6J_aem_XANfdhdg57HqfOaIszb1ow We will love you forever!!

07/07/2025

Stay in the loop with our July Update.

At Cherokee Flats, we are excited to share some updates and insights from our little farm. As we approach the time to wean our Mini Lop and Creme d'Argent litters, we want to take a moment to educate our community about the importance of this stage in a rabbit's life. Weaning is a crucial process that not only helps the young rabbits transition to solid food but also allows them to begin developing their individuality and personalities.

We take great care to ensure that this is done smoothly and healthily, as it sets the foundation for their future wellbeing. Additionally, we want to keep our customers informed about our breeding schedule. Due to the recent high temperatures, we've decided to place our breeding activities on hold for the time being. This decision was made with the health of our rabbits in mind, as extreme heat can significantly impact their wellbeing and the success of breeding. We appreciate your understanding during this time and encourage you to stay connected with us through our newsletter for the latest updates and educational content about caring for and understanding your pets. Thank you for being part of the Cherokee Flats family!

Cherokee Flats' Bunny of the Month

At Cherokee Flats, we believe that every pet deserves a loving home, and this month we’re excited to feature our Bunny of the Month, 25ML5! This adorable little companion is not just looking for any home, but a special place where it can thrive and bring joy.

What's Next

Rabbits

While we are enjoying the warmer weather, high temps can be dangerous for our furry friends. During the months of June, July & August, Cherokee Flats does not breed our rabbits and allows our girls to take a well deserved break from having kids running around.

This allows us to properly monitor all rabbits for heat related illnesses and to correct and prevent any issues in a timely manner.

Once temperatures begin to fall into the upper 70s and Lower 80s, we will begin the process of making a breeding plan and getting some does bred for early fall babies.

Rats

Since our Mischief are in the office, they have an air conditioner running during the heat of summer. This means we can breed all year long. We currently have one of our males in with our females. We are excited to see what we get out of Winston and the girls.

We should start seeing litters around July 23, 2025. As usual, once babies are born we post birth announcements. When babies are 4 weeks old, we post photos and information to purchase them. They will be ready for new homes at 8 weeks of age.

Guinea Pigs

As of right now, all guinea pig breeding is on hold due to lack of interest in them. If we get some interest we will revisit this topic and adjust our breeding plans accordingly.

Click here for an update from Cherokee Flats!

07/01/2025

We are in 10th place... just 9 days left to vote.. help us crush it and win $20,000 and be featured in Variety Magazine!!!!

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06/30/2025

Cherokee Flats has been Nominated for The Pantagraph’s Best of Readers’ Choice Awards. Voting begins July 15 and ends August 3. Winners will be announced September 14!!

If we are in the final TOP 5 for the categories we were nominated for, VOTE!!!!

Check them out below!!

06/22/2025

Check out what we have available!!

WE REQUIRE A 100% NON REFUNDABLE PAYMENT AND A SIGNED PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR ALL ANIMALS RAISED AT CHEROKEE FLATS THAT ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AS PETS. IF PURCHASING MORE THAN ONE RABBITS A SIGNED RISK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT IS ALSO REQUIRED

06/16/2025

Special Note:
Please be aware that there has been a case of Rabbit Hemorragic Disease (RHDV2) in northern IL at a Rabbit Boarding & Grooming facility in Aurora IL. While we understand the severity of this disease, please note that ALL rabbits here at Cherokee Flats are healthy and have no signs of ANY illness., disease, or parasites. This is why we recommend NOT using facilities like this or taking your pet rabbit to parks/camping… ect. And why we do not allow outside visitors other than those scheduled to pick up rabbits/rats/guinea pigs. As a breeder, I do not recommend vaccines for breeding rabbits/babies that are kept outside or in out buildings. To help prevent this disease, we recommend keeping your house bunny INSIDE. Do not take them to a park, camping or even outside for “play time”. Be careful where you get your hay and veggies as they may contain the RHDV2 virus or other disease/parasites that can make your pet very ill or even cause death. Do not purchase products from areas that have confirmed cases of RHDV2. Currently, a majority of states from Texas, Kansas, South Dakota and west have CONFIRMED yet stable-Endemic areas. Please be cautious when purchasing ANY item you provide your pet rabbit as treats, food or toys from locations in this area.

To help prevent spread or to disinfect the animals enclosure, you can spray trays and wire with hydrogen peroxide and allow to sit for 5-10 mins before rinsing off. For a detailed list of approved Disinfectants via the EPA please visit https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/disinfectants-use-against-rabbit-hemorrhagic-disease-virus-rhdv2-list-o

We pride ourselves on the health, safety and welfare of all animals here and providing education to new pet parents. We hope that you appreciate our dedication to our animals just as much as we do.

Search EPA’s list of registered disinfectants for use against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

06/04/2025

Ok peeps... do your thing!!!!!