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4-H Rabbit Project

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Program Contact

Amy Alder, 4-H Program Manager
Phone Number509-962-7565 Email Address • amy.alder@wsu.edu

Raising rabbits can be a rewarding project, both for youth caring for companion animals and those who intend to market their rabbits.  Rabbit project youth will learn how to care for their animals while also exploring the role of rabbits as pets, on the farm, and as pelt and meat animals.

Objectives:

Youth will:

  • Learn how to select an animal for their rabbit project, including determining the right breed for their project goals
  • Determine the appropriate housing and care for a rabbit and ensuring proper care for the rabbit through proper nutrition and monitoring animal health
  • Identify and practice showing and/or marketing a rabbit

Washington 4-H Records, Forms, and Guides

EB0975E – Raising Rabbits:  Helpful Suggestions for Beginners

EM076E – 4-H Rabbit Project Leader Guide, Level 1

EM077E – 4-H Rabbit Project Leader Guide, Level 2

EM078E – 4-H Rabbit Project Leader Guide, Level 3

EM079E – 4-H Rabbit Project Leader guide, Level 4

EM4353E – Judging Rabbit Pelts

EM4502E – Judging Rabbits

Light blue title "Rabbit" at left on a dark green background. Photo of a pair of rabbits outside on a log at right.

National 4-H Rabbit Curriculum

National 4-H Rabbit Curriculum Collection

State 4-H Rabbit Project Resources
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