Rabbit Breeds
Cavy Breeds
Husbandry
Cavy Showmanship
Rabbit Showmanship
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What variety is this rabbit?
Variety: Black
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What breed is this?
Abyssinian
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Why is it a good thing to handle your rabbit or cavy often?
The more you handle them, the less scared they are and the easier it is for you to show or evaluate them.
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What do you do if your cavy rips its ear tag out?
Replace with a new tag.
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What ear does the identification tattoo go in?
Left
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What showroom variety would this animal show in?
Broken Pattern
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What is special about this breed of cavies coat?
Short haired, dense and kinky coat that stands out from the body.
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Rabbits are born with their eyes and ears closed, with no fur. Are cavies born the same way?
No, cavies are born eyes open, fully furred and ready to walk within 30 minutes.
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How do you lift a cavy?
Slip hand underneath the cavy, then lift upward to support it, balance with other hand.
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What is a sign of conjunctivitis?
Discharge from eye, redness.
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What variety is this rabbit?
Standard (only comes in this color/pattern)
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What variety is this breed not acceptable in?
White
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What is the first step of showmanship?
Pose and Introduce yourself
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What is pea eye?
A visible swelling or fatty growth under the eyelid
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What is malocclusion?
Mis-alignment of the front incisors.
400
What breed and variety is this rabbit?
Breed: Polish
Variety: Chocolate
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What is special about this breed compared to the American?
Satin sheen
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The rear portion of the body including the loin, hind legs, hip and rump are called?
Hindquarter
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What does "Marked" mean?
Color of the coat that is broke into orderly patches or patterns.
400
What are the age and weight requirements for a meat pen?
Age: 8-10 weeks
Weight: 3 1/2 to 5 1/2 pounds
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What breed is this?
Cinnamon
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What causes the "frontal" to grow forward?
Rump Rosettes
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Where is the crown on a rabbit?
Where is the crown on a cavy?
Rabbit: On the top of the head, only on lop breeds
Cavy: On the top of the head, behind the ears and in front of the shoulder.
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What is a ruby cast?
A feature to a dark colored eye that may appear red under certain lighting condition.
500
What is pigeon breast? Is it a fault or Disqualification DQ?
A narrow chest with a prominent "V" protruding from the breast bone. Disqualification.