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Face eating results

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On June 13, 2023

In Rabbits, Shows and Markets

I made the mistake of mentioning an upcoming show while in the dutch rabbit pen. One of them decided to sculpt both of his adjoining neighbor’s faces overnight!

Of course I had fully intended to enter those two. Luckily I had nit finished my entry yet! So if you’re going to a show, don’t tell the rabbits!

I’ve seen people on Facebook poat pictures like this and stert frantically asking what disease their rabbit has. If the fur is missing between the eyes and it’s clean with no dandruff or redness, it’s either a cagemate or a neighbor.

I have 2 does right now (and now this buck) that have to be in cages that either have solid dividers or are next to a non show contestant because they like to lick other rabbits. Nothing wrong with their diet, it’s just fun!

Supplies to take to a rabbit show-a quick list

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On June 21, 2022

In Rabbits

Here’s a quick version with a few explanations of a list I made to remind myself of what I needed to bring to my local rabbit show:

  • Rabbits (seriously…don’t forget anyone!)
  • Carriers
  • Water/feed dish for carriers. (I don’t fill them in transit if it’s less than half a day, otherwise water and food ends up everywhere)
  • Show records/list (for noting who wins what)
  • Pens to write with
  • Nail clippers
  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Paper towel roll
  • Mask/allergy eye drops (for allergies if needed)
  • Spare towel or two (to keep clothes clean when handling rabbits)
  • Baby wipes (cleanup for you and rabbits)
  • Change of clothes (sooner or later you will be peed on)
  • Water and feed for rabbits
  • Water and food for humans
  • Extra cash money (raffle, lunch, that rabbit you just have to have, etc)
  • Toll money or electronic payment method (if any toll roads)
  • Money to pay entry fee (if not prepaid)
  • Cart to bring carriers into show
  • Something to sit on (I use a 5 gallon bucket that holds my supplies)
  • Phone and charger
  • If kids coming that might get “bored”, QUIET entertainment and headphones
  • Copy of your payment receipt (if prepaid) and entry forms
  • Bungee cords to close carriers/strap together on cart
  • First aid kit for humans/rabbits (bandaids, quick stop powder or flour, etc)
  • Spare carrier just in case something extra comes home

Things to do before the show:

  • Check and touch up/do ear tattoos (3 or more weeks out preferably for healing time)
  • Submit your entry early and pay ahead (if allowed)
  • Trim everyone’s nails (judge will be happy)
  • Double check teeth etc for last minute issues
  • Clean carriers and add fresh bedding
  • Pack up supplies and put everything in car except rabbits and humans
  • Gas up car
  • Print out directions to/from the show (in case GPS doesn’t work)
  • Check fluids/oil/etc in vehicle (bring spares as needed, no gas in same compartment as rabbits or humans!)

At the show:

  • Get there early
  • Don’t block the aisles
  • Observe good sportsmanship
  • Control your kids/self…rabbits do not like loud noise and fast movement and you may injure your or someone else’s animal
  • Have fun!

After the show:

  • Unpack car
  • Dump out carrier bedding
  • Quarantine any rabbits that went to the show and any new ones that came back with you for 30 days minimum
  • Keep an eye on rabbits for signs of stress, illness and treat if needed
  • Keep in contact with any new raisers you met 🙂
  • Plan out breeding based on information you learned
  • Get ready for the next one!

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