bunnies and stuff

[RAWR]

hola
ok, in April, my mom is getting me an Old English White Angoran Rabbit or something like that
i am completly new to rabbits.
i need tips on how to take care of them
i would ask my buddie Frank, but stuff happens...

anyway, i need as much as possible so i dont end up killing the poor thing or neglecting it or not give it the proper care
i also want to show him in 4H
lol
i also picked out a name for him: Oliver B. Bunna
ok, im rambling
but really.
anything would be great

 

[ems_chick]

It would be an English Angora... they are a LOT of work and you need to be prepared for that responsibility. You are going to be spending a lot of time grooming it and cleaning and making sure it dosent get wool block. Start googling

here's a start for you

http://www.angorarabbit.com/angora/angora-rabbit-manual/index.htm

 

[RAWR]

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thank you
and idk about the breed name, thats what the thingyy said

 

[Crazyland]

Get a good hutch for them.
They don't need treats. just quality pellets and timothy hay.
Research the breed in google.

http://www.rudolphsrabbitranch.com/rrr.htm
They have a lot of info on rabbits.

And good luck and post pictures when you get some.

 

[redhen]

Good luck with that fur!!

 

[RAWR]

my aunt loves to knit and she told me that she better be getting some fuzzy yard outta that rabbit..lol
gosh,...i have to brush it daily too right?

 

[Luvducks]

If you are this concerned and asking for info I think you will be fine. As suggested Google the Rabbit breed and there is alot of info. Good Luck and please show us
pictures. I have 4 rabbits and love them. Good quality pellets and hay and water is the way to go. I agree with the post above - treats are not neccessary. I have given mine applesauce or pineapple juice for poop blockage which is caused by the rabbit grooming and swallowing fur.

 

[RAWR]

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i'll remember that for when i get to that problem with my boy

thank you all so much

 

[4H-Mom]

You have already gotten good advice. I am going to give you another website to look at. www.arba.net. You can go to the main breed website from there & also I just would do searches for your breed that is what we have done & my kids show 4H & above. Good luck with all that hair & yes you have to groom them daily from what I have heard. I am glad my daughter has Mini Rex not much grooming. lol.

 

[ack123]

http://www.arba.net/faq.htm

That will tell you everything you need to know about caring for your rabbit. I would also suggest going to backyardherds.com, the sister site, since you are interested in showing. I would also suggest picking up the guidebook to raising better rabbits and cavies from the ARBA. or join the club and they will send it to you for free. I would also look into attending some rabbit shows and hooking up with a good angora breeder. That way you can learn how things are done at shows, because a lot of 4h fair shows follow the rules and regulations of the ARBA when it comes to putting on their shows.