Starting 4-H with rabbits!

[BoyMom]

My oldest son who is 5, will be starting 4-H this year and has chosen to show rabbits! We have the opportunity to get a Rabbit (maybe 2) locally from a breeder. The bucks are GTS New Zealand and the does are Chestnut New Zealand. And they have a litter coming around Valentine's Day. What are the characteristics of this breed? Which sex is more mellow? Should you get 2 to keep eachother company? Not looking to make more Rabbits, so I would get 2 of the same sex. Which brings me back to the whole part of having 2. Necessary?
Hope my questions make sense! Thanks for your time!

 

[EmmaRainboe]

Welcome to BYC! So glad you decided to join us!

 

[nuthatched]

From what I've read on here https://www.backyardherds.com/forums/#rabbits.78
some female rabbits arent happy unless they're bred. It's a good forum to read through. Good luck with you 4h!

 

[Pork Pie]

Hi and welcome to BYC. Here’s a link to BYC’s sister site that may also be helpful- http://www.backyardherds.com/

 

[KingD]

In my experience, male rabbits are always more docile.
The best combination Is a neutered male and a female together. Ideally from same litter.
welcome to BYC

 

[N F C]

Hello, hope your son enjoys 4H and enjoys the rabbits!

 

[Hei 20]

My oldest son who is 5, will be starting 4-H this year and has chosen to show rabbits! We have the opportunity to get a Rabbit (maybe 2) locally from a breeder. The bucks are GTS New Zealand and the does are Chestnut New Zealand. And they have a litter coming around Valentine's Day. What are the characteristics of this breed? Which sex is more mellow? Should you get 2 to keep eachother company? Not looking to make more Rabbits, so I would get 2 of the same sex. Which brings me back to the whole part of having 2. Necessary?
Hope my questions make sense! Thanks for your time!

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.
It's been far too long since I've had rabbits so I don't remember the subtler points of ownership. I hope you and your son enjoy them and the 4H experience.

 

[416bigbore]

Hello and welcome to BYC, You found an Awesome poultry Forum to be a part of with many great knowledgeable members who are more then willing to jump in and help you with any questions you may have.

 

[Chick-N-Fun]

Welcome to our FUN-omenal Family!

Best Wishes & Be Well!
Best of luck in 4-H!