Rabbit Showmanship Example #2

5 of 6 how-to rabbit videos presented by Lisa-Karr-Lilienthal, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Companion Animal Specialist. Rabbits are one of many animal science projects 4-H youth can enroll in. To find out more about 4-H, contact your local extension office. In showmanship, 4-H'ers are judged on their ability to handle and present their animal. For more information about rabbit showmanship, go to http://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/Rabbit/Showmanship.shtml

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[Ednir97]

Good job with the vid but i heard you not supposed to lift you rabbit up by its fur or flesh.

[4HLancasterNE]

@Ednir97 If done incorrectly, picking up a rabbit by its fur and/or ears can cause injury. However, failure to properly restrain your rabbit during showmanship can result in a rabbit kicking violently to get free. Rabbits have delicate bones and this kicking can break their vertebrae. The neck hold allows exhibitors to secure their rabbits while they present the underside of their rabbits to the judge. You can see how this exhibitor has practiced the neck hold and the rabbit remains relaxed.

[b7u7g7]

is that a standard chin?

[4HLancasterNE]

@b7u7g7 Yes, it's an American Chinchilla. Here is a link to the American Rabbit Breeder's Standard of Perfection if you want to know more about the breed:

americanchinchillarabbitbreede­rsassociation. com

[joesingle]

Wow, that rabbit is so calm. How do you teach a rabbit to be so tame?

[4HLancasterNE]

@joesingle To get a rabbit this calm, it takes a lot of patience and practice. You need to interact with and handle your rabbit daily. Because rabbits are prey animals, they tend to run at any sign of danger. To get your rabbits to feel comfortable with you, you need to allow them time to interact with you and realize you aren't a danger. Providing a safe and stable environment will help as well.

[daddysgirlda]

I love learning about bunnies from a 10 yr. old :) its sad that a 10yr old knows more than me hahahahaha :)

[qaternada]

@4HLancasterNE

What is the name of this breed of Rabbits. I had a rabbit like that once. I thought it was only known in middle eastern countries. I got mine from Egypt. In Arabic it is called Jabley rabbits, but when I google rabbits breeds in English my rabbit's breed is not listed. So I would love to know the name of the breed in English, and also how does it behave. Mine is a desert rabbit it is active at night and sleeps all day long.

[qaternada]

@4HLancasterNE

What is the name of this breed of Rabbits. I had a rabbit like that once. I thought it was only known in middle eastern countries. I got mine from Egypt. In arabic it is called Jabley rabbits, but when I google rabbits breeds in English my rabbit's breed is not listed. So I would love to know the name of the breed in English, and also how does it behave. Mine is a desert rabbit it is active at night and sleeps all day long.

[xINVISIGOTHx]

I like how she scrunches up the rabbit every time it gets too long

[limeandpepsi]

@poitrenaud how do you keep your rabbit so tame???????????

[JayP7269]

Poor bunny :(

[poitrenaud]

@4HLancasterNE Thanks! I am reading a lot about Rabbits, and I adore them. I am achieving some success with calmness and kindness-

Beautiful animal

Thanks for showing