The Rabbit Project
The past few years we have been very blessed to have two dedicated leaders to our Rabbit 4-H Project. Through them, we are able to break the group into a beginner group and an advanced group. The beginner group in supervised by a leader and is run by the present teen and junior leaders. The beginner group is a great way to start learning the basics of rabbits. Our advanced group is led by Lynn, a knowledgeable French and English Lop breeder. Lynn has pushed the advanced to expand there knowledge of rabbits, from diseases, to care and management of rabbits, she will teach it all.
It is not required to have a bunny to be in our group. If you are looking for a rabbit we can also help you search for one. We are always willing and excited to have new members join. Our group is very mellow and low key. Not only do we learn, we also have fun while doing it. We have games for the rabbit parts, rabbit breeds, and much more! We hope you would consider looking into our rabbit group as a fun relaxed activity.
Should You Get a Bunny?
Having an animal is a huge responsiblity! They have to be feed everyday and have their cages cleaned. However, having a rabbit is very rewarding. They can be love able creatures especailly if you take the time to properly care for them. This page will give you a guide line of what having a rabbit would involve. You need to have a place to take care of it and the time to do so. I surely recommed that you getn a rabbit but to think long and hard about having one join your family. Rabbits are a great addition to the home and have greatly changed my life.
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The most important thing you can give your rabbits is a good enviroment. This includes water, food, and a shelter. Following all that we tell you will insure your rabbits to show off his best natural qualities
Water is the single most important ingredient to a rabbits nutrition. It should always be offered in a rabbit water bottle or in a clean bowl. Remember if you will not drink it neither will your rabbit!
When feeding a rabbit is is necessary that their diet fulfills all the requirements for basic nutrition. Many rabbit owners feed a type of pellets because it ensures a complete balance for your rabbit. The rabbits needs its feed to be about 14% protein and not much more. Fiber is also necessary and the pellets should contain at least 18% if not more.
A rabbit should be housed in a cage or hutch and needs to be sheltered from extreme heat or excessive cool temperatures and wind. A bunny is happiest at 60-70 degree heat. Bunnies can be trained to be loose in the house ,however we do not recomend it becaue rabbits will chew on electric/phone cords and may hurt or kill itself. If a rabbit is in a cage with wire footing a title needs to be place in the cage. Thw wire can wear away the fur and skin on their feets and can cause the rabbit to bleed if not take care of. Shavings should be placed under neath the cage. stay away from pine shaving they can cause tumors in the rabbit. Aspen is a great choice!