Rabbit
Name four parts of the rabbit's digestive system.
What is Stomach, Small Intestine,Cecum, Large Intestine, Mouth and Esophagus?
How do you keep bacteria out of your water system?
Disinfect periodically
Why is rabbit meat nutritionally sound meat?
Highest in protein, lowest in fat lowest in calories, lowest in cholesterol
What can you do during breeding to increase your litter size?
Breed the same pair twice, waiting an hour between matings.
How do you decide what the correct size of a nest box should be?
In general, the box should be 2" longer & wider than the doe in a sitting position
Why is feed scattered on the ground under cages not a good management practice?
Attracts mice, insects, rats, & birds - all of which can carry disease. (Optional) Waste of money
What causes coccidiosis?
Parasites which infect the lining of the liver or intestines.
Name 2 Breeds whose markings receive more points than their body type
Dutch 48 points for markings 27 points for type, English Spot 44 points for markings 35 points for type and Harlequin 60 points for markings 10 points for type
Will exposure to warm temperatures affect the fertility of male rabbits?
Yes
True or False: A Buck can only give 399 off-spring annually
False. A Buck can give in excess of 500 off-spring annually
Most of the fancy breeds of rabbits have been developed within the last how many years?
130
Why should your rabbitry stay under 85 degrees?
To prevent serious health & breeding problems. (You can lose animals due to "heat stress", bucks are not effective for breeding, and "fryers" won't gain weight efficiently).
When should you remove the nest box?
3 weeks after Kindling
What is a fryer?
A young rabbit ready for market OR A meat class of rabbits not over 10 weeks of age, and weighing at least 3 1/2 pounds, with a maximum weight of 5 1/2 pounds.
Name the 3 breeds that receive points for silvering.
Silver, Silver Fox and Silver Marten
What breed has a Hair Line?
The Dutch Breed
When you buy new stock or bring existing stock home from a rabbit show, how long should they be quarantined from the herd to prevent the spread of disease?
30 days
What is the best way to prevent disease?
Good sanitation
List 3 things to look for in selecting a breeding doe?
1) History of several litters showing fast development or growth 2) Good Reproduction 3) High survival rate of litters 4) Free from disease 5) Good litter size 6) No serious defects
How often should you change the bedding on a solid floor cage for a giant breed of rabbit
Every Day
During the summer, what can you do nutritionally to help prevent heat exhaustion?
Reduce feed intake to keep energy levels low.
True or False?: Himalayan rabbits may have a dewlap.
False
True or False: One buck can produce over 500 offspring annually.
True
During gestation, the doe's feed requirements change. What do they need more of?
Protein & Energy
True or False: Rabbit meat can be prepared in only about 15 ways.
False. Rabbit meat can be prepared in more than 300 ways.
The Himalayan variety of Netherland Dwarf is in what group?
Group 5 -- Any Other Variety (AOV)
What breed of rabbit originated in Canada?
Satin Angora
The Havana breed is a mutation of what breed?
Dutch
Can rabbits and hares be interbred?
NO, they are members of different species
Name the 4 spotted breeds
Rhinelander, English Spot, Checkered Giant and Dwarf Papillon
What is the first thing a breeder looks for when culling a commercial breed litter?
Body type
What are 2 of the 3 sources of energy for your rabbit?
Fat, Carbohydrates, excess protein
Why should you keep a litter together for at least 1 week after weaning?
To reduce the stress of weaning.
What are 2 differences between new born Rabbits & Hares?
HARES: eyes open, able to run, already furred RABBITS: eyes closed, no fur, helpless.
What is a crossbred rabbit?
One produced by mating two different purebreeds.
What ages are 4-H Seniors?
14 to less than 19 years of age (as of October 1st of the current 4-H year)
List the 5 reasons people raise rabbits.
1) Pets 2) Fancy (or showing) 3) Meat 4) Fur (or Wool) 5) Research
How can enteritis be prevented?
By providing adequate fiber in the diet.
What kind of fur has guard hairs the same length as the undercoat?
Rex fur (found on Rex & Mini Rex)
Why should you not leave the nest box in the cage longer than necessary?
To reduce the possibility of bacterial disease.
When setting up a ventilation system for your rabbitry, what should you try to avoid?
Direct drafts on the rabbits
Why is good ventilation important in a rabbitry?
reduces respiratory infections.
If there is too much energy (protein) in the rabbit's diet, what will happen?
causes diarrhea and enteritis
How often should the bottoms of wire cages be brushed to remove stuck droppings?
Daily
Fill in the blank: To prevent heat exhaustion, keep energy intake as _____ as possible in the summer.
Low
How often does a doe nurse her kits?
Once or Twice a day
What does Pot Belly mean?
A distended condition of the abdominal cavity, usually found in young rabbits. Int36
Does a rabbit have to be registered to earn a grand champion certificate?
Yes
Fill in the blank: It is important to have a water system that is free of
Bacterial growth
What are the characteristics of a good nest box?
Warmth, ventilation, drainage, and it will keep the kits in it until they are large enough to get back in by themselves.