Rabbits
The rabbit project will help you learn how to raise and care for your rabbits. It is suggested that you start with a doe and extend the project each year. It is best to enroll in the fall to prepare for receiving your first rabbit.
Things to Learn/Do in the Project
Ages 7-9
- Identify main breeds of rabbits
- Identify the parts of a rabbit
- Describe good feeding and watering practices
- Learn to groom and show a rabbit
Ages 10-13
- Gain skills to manage and care for rabbits
- Learn to care for newborn rabbits (kits)
- Judge best rabbits for show
Ages 14 and Older
- Learn breeding, genetics, culling and determining pregnancy
- Anatomy of rabbits
- Learn best marketing practices
Kansas Rabbit Breeds and Varieties
Kansas 4-H Youth Development recognizes the authorized breed list of the American Rabbit Breeders Association for show purposes. The Kansas Rabbit Breeders Association is a strong supporter and partner in this high quality project. The following list is officially recognized by the ARBA and may be showed, if animals qualify, at this year's State 4-H Rabbit Show at the Kansas State Fair. The State 4-H Rabbit Show is not an official ARBA show; however, includes opportunities to exhibit for conformation, fur, rabbit showmanship and rabbit judging.
Project Materials
Reasonably priced materials are available for every project in Kansas 4-H. You can order the materials for your project online or contact your local Extension Office.
Rabbits (RA100)
General Rabbit Resources
Related Resources - Veterinary Science
- From Airdales to Zebras (ages 7-10)
- All Systems Go (ages 11-13)
- On the Cutting Edge (ages 14+)
- Veterinary Science Helper's Guide
- Nebraska 4-H Veterinary Science
Awards and Recognition
County Level
Award: Medal presented at you 4-H Achievement Banquet
State Level
Award: Medallion
National Level
Award: $400 National 4-H Congress Scholarship