4 vs. 6 Class
Why are they called 4-class and 6-class?
Describes how many classes the rabbit could be entered in.
Loss of fur on the bottom of feet. Red, dry, ulcerated foot Pad. Rabbit may be reluctant to walk.
Sore Hock
This breed has a thick set body, Head is strong, Ears Lop and have a leather like feel. Heavy bone set, thick legs. Rollback fur.
Mini Lop
Define "Condition"
The overall physical state of a rabbit in relation to health, cleanliness, fur and grooming.
What is an "Intent to Show"
It is a form you fill out stating how many animals for each species you intend to show.
What classes are included in a 4-Class
Jr. Doe
Jr. Buck
Sr. Doe
Sr. Buck
Elongated upper or lower teeth. May prevent the animal from eating. This is an inherited condition. It may occasionally happen due to an accidental tooth breakage.
Malocclusion
Small compact body type. Ears are small and close together. Ears CANNOT be scissored, bowed or "V" carriaged. Feet and legs are short and fine boned. Short tail. Flyback fur.
Polish
Define " Dewlap"
A fold of loos skin that hangs from the throat. Common in does.
White, long sleeve shirt.
What classes are included in the 6-Class?
Jr Doe, Jr. Buck
Intermediate Doe, Intermediate Buck
Senior Doe, Senior Buck
Wry Neck
Body is small and compact and smooth, Slight taper from hindquarter to shoulder. Head balanced to the body, Ears balanced to the body. Thick relatively short ears. Short in length legs with medium to fine bones. Fur is to be extremely dense, straight and upright to 5/8". Fur is to be lustrous in appearance, good body and plush feeling.
Mini Rex
Define a "Crown"
A strong basal ridge of cartilage at the top of the head, forming the ear base on some lop eared breed. Should be well fured.
How many weeks before a show should you start grooming daily?
6 weeks. Rabbits should be groomed daily if possible for 6 full weeks before showing.
What class is a Flemish Giant Breed in? 4 or 6 Class
6 Class
Spirochete organism spread through mating. Scabby inflammation of the genitals in both sexes. Refusing to mate often occurs.
Vent Disease
This is the 52 breed added to ARBA. Medium sized rabbit with stocky, upright cylindrical body. Thick furred ears, ultra dense steel blue fur. Max weight 7.25 lbs. Blue Holicer
Blue Holicer
Define the "Flank" of a rabbit
The side of the rabbit between the rib and the hip, above the belly.
Showmanship is a combination of 3 things
Knowledge
Rabbit management/care
Your presentation skills to the judge.
What Class is a Satin Breed- 4 or 6 Class?
6 Class
Bacterial infection of the mammary system. Mammary system is swollen, reddened hard, hot and painful. If untreated the doe will stop milk production.
Mastitis
Has a distinctive mane around it's head. Compact body. Considered a fancy breed. Max weight 3 pounds 12 ounces.
Lion Head
Define where the "Forequarter" is
The portion of the body, starting with the neck, and going back to the last rib.
My rabbit has a DQ, can I still use it for my showmanship rabbit?
YES!