4-H Basics
A four leaf clover with "H" on each leaf.
If a cavy breaks a tooth will it grow back? Yes or No?
Yes! It will grow back within one week. However, while it is growing back the cavy may need soft foods (pellets soaked in applesauce).
How many breeds of rabbit are recognized by the ARBA? OR How many cavy breeds are recognized?
51 rabbit breeds, 13 cavy breeds
What is sore hocks on a rabbit?
What is bumblefoot on a cavy?
Rabbit - Sores and loss of hair on the back feet.
Cavy - sores on the footpad.
How often should you check to make sure your rabbit or cavy has water?
Every day! More often when it is hot! Make sure it is going down.
What is the first line of the 4-H Pledge?
I pledge my head to clearer thinking.
If a rabbit has a dewlap, where would it be found?
Under the chin.
How many body type groups are recognized by the ARBA?
Six body types - Semi-Arch, Compact, High Head Mount, Commercial, Cylindrical, and Full Arch.
What is maloclusion?
Crooked teeth, teeth not lined up correctly
Is it okay to feed your rabbit or cavy a lettuce diet?
No, lettuce is not a balanced diet and can cause stomach upset. Both rabbits and cavies do best on pellets.
What is the 4-H Motto?
To Make the Best Better
Where is the rabbit's loin?
on the back/the where the back starts to rise and fall
Name a long haired breed of cavy.
Coronet, Peruvian, Peruvian Satin, Silkie, Silkie Satin, Texel
What is a parasite?
Something that is inside the body (internal) or outside the body (external) that feeds on the rabbit. Worms, mites, lice, fleas.
How often should you clean your rabbit's or cavy's cage?
At least once a week. More often in warm weather.
What are the 4-H Colors?
Green and White
How many toes does a rabbit have? OR How many toes does a cavy have?
Rabbit - Front feet 5, back feet 4.
Cavy - Front feet 4, back feet 3.
Name a commercial breed of rabbit. This is a breed used for fiber, fur, or meat.
New Zealand, Californian, Angora, Silver Fox, American Chinchilla, Champagne d'Argent, etc.
What are the signs of (fur/skin) mites?
Rabbit - looks like dandruff flakes or sand/dirt on the fur (very small). White flakes/sand (on dark fur) or black flakes/sand (on white fur). Scratching.
Cavy - too small to see, cavy will scratch and create a bald patch on their back.
What is one thing you can do to protect your rabbit from RHD (Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease).
What is the 4-H Slogan?
Learn by Doing
How many teeth does a rabbit have? OR How many teeth does a cavy have?
Rabbits have 28 teeth. Rabbits only have incisors, premolars, and molars (also known as cheek teeth). Cavies have 20 teeth.
Name a full arch breed of rabbit.
Belgian Hare, Britannia Petite, Checkered Giant, English Spot, Rhinelander, and Tan.
What is the gestation period of a rabbit or a cavy?
Rabbits are usually 31 days (range 28-32 days). Rabbits usually start to build a nest around 28 days. Cavies are 68 to 70 days.
If you have multiple animals, how long should you quarantine a rabbit or cavy from the rest of the herd when returning from a show or fair?
At least 30 days.