Rabbit Resources
The 2013 Franklin County Fun Show will include rabbits. Here are some awesome Rabbit Resources to help 4-Hers prepare.
Also, don't forget the first annual 'Spring Rabbit Clinic' to be held on March 2nd at Walk Ahead Farm. Visit their farm page for more details.
Six "How To" Rabbit Videos
Presented by Lisa-Karr-Lilienthal, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Companion Animal Specialist. Featuring Lancaster County 4-H youth and their rabbits.
Basic 4-H Rabbit Showmanship developed by Dawn Eggert, M.S., Lancaster County 4-H Volunteer
There are 3 ways to access this educational resource:
1) Online Slide Show: This link takes you to a separate Web page where you may view the slide show in your Web browser (compatible with Internet Explorer 3.0, Netscape Navigator 3.0, or later).
2) Slide Handout: Click on this link to view a printable .pdf (815KB) handout giving the content of each slide.
3) Downloadable PowerPoint
Here are some additional Resources from Michigan 4-H
Additional SHOWMANSHIP Resource
Guide to Rabbit Showmanship
Jr Rabbit Showmanship Questions
Sr Rabbit Showmanship Questions
Also, don't forget the first annual 'Spring Rabbit Clinic' to be held on March 2nd at Walk Ahead Farm. Visit their farm page for more details.
Six "How To" Rabbit Videos
Presented by Lisa-Karr-Lilienthal, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Companion Animal Specialist. Featuring Lancaster County 4-H youth and their rabbits.
- How to Groom Your Rabbit
- How to Trim Your Rabbits Toenails
- The Proper Way to Pick Your Rabbit Out of Its Cage
- Showmanship Example #1
- Showmanship Example #2
- Showmanship Example #3
Basic 4-H Rabbit Showmanship developed by Dawn Eggert, M.S., Lancaster County 4-H Volunteer
There are 3 ways to access this educational resource:
1) Online Slide Show: This link takes you to a separate Web page where you may view the slide show in your Web browser (compatible with Internet Explorer 3.0, Netscape Navigator 3.0, or later).
2) Slide Handout: Click on this link to view a printable .pdf (815KB) handout giving the content of each slide.
3) Downloadable PowerPoint
Here are some additional Resources from Michigan 4-H
- National 4-H Rabbit Curriculum
- Rabbit & Cavy Organizations
- Rabbit Tracks: Choosing a Breed (4H1462)
- Rabbit Tracks: Feeds & Feeding (4H1465)
- Rabbit Tracks: Handling (4H1437)
- Rabbit Tracks: Selecting Stock (4H1463)
- Rabbit Tracks: Showroom Tips (4H1438)
- Rabbit Tracks: Starting a 4-H Rabbit Project (4H1436)
- Rabbit Tracks: Summer Rabbit Care (4H1440)
- Rabbit Tracks: Water (4H1509)
- Rabbit Tracks: Winter Rabbit Care (4H1439)
Additional SHOWMANSHIP Resource
Guide to Rabbit Showmanship
Jr Rabbit Showmanship Questions
Sr Rabbit Showmanship Questions