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1
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What does ARBA stand for?

A

American Rabbit Breeders Association

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What is the name of the book, published by the American Rabbit Breeders Association, which describes the desired characteristics for each recognized breed?

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Standard of Perfection

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Anyone who raises a breed or variety of rabbits which complies with the Standard of Perfection is called what?

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Breeder

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What do you call a numerical scale as listed in the Standard of Perfection, showing the comparative value of each feature to the ideal?

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Points

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What is a permanent identification mark in the left ear or both ears of a rabbit called?

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Tattoo

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What do you call a notation made by a judge on an animal that deviates from the standard to such a degree that it does not represent that breed’s characteristics?

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Unworthy of an award

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7
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How many breeds of rabbits are recognized by the ARBA?

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52

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The headquarters of the ARBA are located in what city?

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Knox, Pennsylvania

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9
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How often is the Standard of Perfection published?

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Every 5 years

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10
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What is the genealogy of the male and female ancestors, showing the date of birth, the parents, grandparents and great grandparents called?

A

Pedigree

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11
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A term used loosely to designate rabbits which closely approximate the requirements of the standards for their breed and have done so for a number of generations.

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Purebred

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12
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What are the necessary requirements in order to register a rabbit?

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  1. Owner of the rabbit must be an ARBA member
  2. Rabbit must possess a three-generation pedigree showing pure breeding.
  3. Rabbit to be registered must be at least 6 months of age and meet all senior requirements for its respective breed
  4. The rabbit must be thoroughly examined by a licensed ARBA registrar and found to be free of any abnormality or defect that would be cause for disqualification from competition
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13
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Name the four items to provide in housing rabbits?

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Ventilation, Lighting, Temperature, Humidity

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14
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What are the four qualities in order of importance for a meat pen?

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Meat Type, Condition, Uniformity, Fur

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What does a Red, White and Blue seal mean on a Certificate of Registration?

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That all rabbits on the three generation pedigree for a rabbit are registered.

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16
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What does a Red seal on a Certificate of Registration mean?

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Both parents of that rabbit are registered.

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17
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What does a Red and White seal on a Certificate of Registration mean?

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Both parents and all four grandparents of that rabbit are registered.

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18
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At what age is it best to start litter training a rabbit?

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Between 6 and 13 weeks old

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19
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What is the schedule of points for judging meat pens?

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Meat Type - 40 points
Condition - 30 points
Uniformity - 20 points
Fur - 10 points

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20
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What must you acquire from ARBA when producing a new and distinctive breed?

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Certificate of Development

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21
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To receive consideration as a new breed, how many successful presentations at ARBA convention shows must you have within a five year period?

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Three

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22
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What are the two commercial fur classes?

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Colored or White

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23
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What are the breed fur and wool classes shown as?

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White, Colored, Fryer Fur

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24
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Where are permanent records kept?

A

ARBA headquarters

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25
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About how many rabbits and cavies are at national convention?

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20,000

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26
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About how many rabbit breeds can be published in the Standard of Perfection?

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55

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27
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How many woolen mills in the U.S. which specialize in processing Angora wool?

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None

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28
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Sweepstakes points are awarded and accumulated for each animal exhibited on what basis?

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First prize = 6 points
Second prize = 4 points
Third prize = 3 points
Fourth prize = 2 points
Fifth prize = 1 point
Then total points won by the exhibitor is multiplied by the number of rabbits exhibited/judged in its class
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29
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What does a registration certificate indicate?

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The rabbit has met all senior breed requirements and was of a quality fit for registration

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30
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What do the most successful rabbitries have in place to help avoid some of the common problems that are oftentimes encountered?

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Sound management program

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31
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If you sell pet rabbits to other sources you will need a license from the USDA if you gross over what dollar amount?

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$500

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32
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What is the schedule of points for judging single fryers?

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Meat Type = 50
Condition of Flesh = 40
Fur = 10

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33
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Rabbits cannot tolerate temperatures in excess of what degree when accompanied by high humidity?

A

80 degrees

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34
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Rabbits cannot tolerate humidity in excess of what percent?

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60%

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35
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Wool should be sorted according to what?

A

Length, cleanliness and condition

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36
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What rabbit breeding is characterized by a constant strive for top production in an attempt to maximize profits?

A

Commercial

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37
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What rabbit club throughout the country offers advice, camaraderie and guidance by experienced breeders to newer hobbyists?

A

Local All-Breed Clubs

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38
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What would happen to a person’s entries if that person was caught faking (plucking, dying) on your rabbit?

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All entries would be disqualified

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39
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Ventilation is important in a rabbitry. What is the normal ventilation rate of total air changes per hour?

A

10

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40
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What is the single most neglected aspect of most rabbitries?

A

Ventilation

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41
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What are the two types of ventilation systems?

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Natural or Mechanical

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42
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When does a meat pen begin?

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Long before litter is born

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43
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Name two reasons why you would use a “J” feeder.

A

Doe with a litter and being away from home for a short time period

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44
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Most commercial processors want what weight range for fryers?

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4 to 5 pounds live weight

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45
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The bottom galvanized wire that is 1/2”x1” is made from what type of wire?

A

16 gauge

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46
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What body weight can usually be kept satisfactorily in cages that are 18x24x12?

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Less than 6 pounds mature body weight

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47
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How many hours of daylight should you provide for prime condition of fur?

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8 to 10 hours

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48
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How do you measure density?

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The number of fur fibers in a given area

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49
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What type of finish is desirable for cages in a rabbitry?

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Smooth

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50
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Rabbits over what weight should be kept on solid floors?

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Over 12 pounds mature weight

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51
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How much longer will galvanized after wire last versus galvanized before wire?

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3-4 times longer

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52
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Rabbits reach their peak of curiosity and hyperactivity at what age?

A

4-8 months

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53
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Why does chicken wire not make good cage wire?

A

Not sturdy

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54
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What is the most expensive part of the cage in your rabbitry?

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Wire

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55
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Emphasis has been placed on production, longevity and other factors which have a direct and strong bearing on the profit but what is the very foundation of the profitable and valuable rabbit?

A

Type

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56
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What are the benefits of using galvanized after wire?

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Cost savings and lasts longer

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57
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What age is often more easily able to litterbox train a rabbit?

A

Older rabbits

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58
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How many times per year is the Domestic Rabbits magazine published?

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6

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59
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What is the minimum age an exhibitor is allowed to show in ARBA sanctioned shows?

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There is no limit to the age of the exhibitor

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60
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How long must youth applicants for ARBA youth scholarships have held continuous membership to qualify to receive a scholarship?

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At least three years

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61
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Why are rabbits an ideal pet for those who work out of the home during the day?

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Rabbits tend to be most active in the early morning and in the evening and rest during the day.

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62
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What is the earliest age you should sell a pet rabbit?

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8 weeks

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63
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How many rabbits in a particular breed and how many rabbits in a particular variety must be shown at ARBA National Convention Shows during the five year period immediately preceding January 1st of the final year of the existing Standard of Perfection to stay in the next Standard?

A

25 in a particular breed and 25 in a particular variety

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64
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What is the schedule of points for judging the commercial fur class?

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Texture - 35 points
Density - 35 points
Balance and Condition - 30 points

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65
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What is the schedule of points for judging roasters and stewers?

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Meat Type - 50 points
Condition of Flesh - 40 points
Fur - 10 points

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66
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The ARBA requires show secretaries to return show reports within how many days?

A

30 days

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67
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What are the two best known mutations?

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Rex and Satin fur

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68
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When can rabbits tolerate high temperatures?

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Low humidity and air movement in the rabbitry

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69
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Inadequate ventilation predisposes rabbits to what?

A

Common respiratory diseases

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70
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What size cage should you have for rabbits over 12 pounds?

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24 inches deep, 36-48 inches long, 18 inches high

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71
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How can you keep hay off of the cage floor?

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Hay rack or hay feeder

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72
Q

When you have to take a rabbit indoors, what do you need?

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Portable carrier

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73
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When your meat pen rabbits are 5-6 weeks old, what should you do?

A

Weigh and record weight gain of each animal weekly

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74
Q

Many show persons will breed their “show does” how far in advance of important shows?

A

Two weeks prior to a show

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75
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How many days prior to the show should you breed your meat doe for a meat pen?

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100 days

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76
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What element in the air of a rabbitry can cause health and production issues?

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Ammonia

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77
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What management practices are recommended to control the exposure of ammonia in a rabbitry?

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Increased ventilation, frequent cleaning and decreased density

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78
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Successful rabbit raisers must be able to do what?

A

Select and cull

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79
Q

What size gauge is “before wire”?

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16-gauge

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80
Q

Most modern rabbitries of today are made of what?

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Metal

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81
Q

What is the key to successful commercial rabbit raising?

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Constant production

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82
Q

Why are only white pelted rabbits used in commercial operations?

A

Most processors pay less for per pound for colored pelts

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83
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What size gauge is Galvanized “After Wire”?

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14-gauge

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84
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What group works to organize, unify, foster, promote, improve, further and enhance all phases of the domestic rabbit hobby and industry?

A

ARBA

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85
Q

What causes cage wire to rust?

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Sunlight, decomposing fur, water

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86
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When should culling procedures be started?

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At the time of weaning

87
Q

When should you apply rabbit manure as a fertilizer in order to reduce the loss of fertilizing elements?

A

Immediately

88
Q

What is used primarily to pack worms in cartons?

A

Canadian peet moss

89
Q

Rabbit manure could be sold to whom?

A

Gardeners

90
Q

In addition to meat, the rabbit is also valuable for what?

A

Its fur and laboratory use, as well as rabbit droppings in production of fish-worm cultures and compost.

91
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Shows in which country are increasing in size and frequency and use our standard and are sanctioned at this time with the ARBA?

A

Japan

92
Q

What were 2x4 lumber with chicken wire and hardware cloth used to make?

A

Rabbit cages

93
Q

What do you add to compost in increase the speed of composting?

A

Rabbit manure and manure worms

94
Q

How is texture determined?

A

Diameter of the fur

95
Q

Accumulation of excess hair in a rabbitry can cause what?

A

Electrical failure, fan failure, increased disease problems, unsightly facility, and fire hazard.

96
Q

ARBA show rules specifically require that any rabbit put on the show table must have what?

A

A permanent, legible identification number in its left ear.

97
Q

Which ear of the rabbit would have an ARBA registration tattoo?

A

Right ear

98
Q

How many years in advance is a national ARBA convention planned?

A

Two years

99
Q

The etiquette of the show begins, not at the show table, but where?

A

At home in your barn

100
Q

“Legs” can only be awarded where?

A

ARBA sanctioned shows

101
Q

Which organization is dedicated to the promotion, development and improvement of the domestic rabbit and cavy industry and fancy?

A

American Rabbit Breeders Association Inc

102
Q

If an individual or group who obtains a COD for a new breed or variety and does not make a presentation at two consecutive ARBA conventions is ineligible to hold another COD for how long?

A

5 years

103
Q

What should you never bring to a rabbit show?

A

A diseased animal

104
Q

What are the building blocks of protein?

A

Amino acids

105
Q

How should wool be stored?

A

Zip lock bag or a tightly sealed bag

106
Q

Which fur class is judged as one class, all white and colored judged together?

A

Fryer fur class

107
Q

What does a cage need for easy access to the rabbit?

A

A large door

108
Q

The door on a rabbit cage should open in which direction?

A

Out

109
Q

What organization is used for shows in Japan?

A

ARBA

110
Q

What is the easiest, quickest and most accurate way to keep rabbit records?

A

On a computer

111
Q

What was devised as a means of helping improve the recognized breeds of rabbits?

A

The ARBA registration system

112
Q

What are the three types of equipment that can be used to tattoo a rabbit?

A

Tattoo pliers, Hand held needle, Electric needle/tattoo device

113
Q

What are two things, other than your body, that you can use to restrain a rabbit while tattooing?

A

Restraining (marking) box or old towel to wrap them in

114
Q

Records for a rabbit operation can be divided into three types, what are they?

A

Records on the rabbits, day-to-day management records and financial records

115
Q

What are the five types of records a rabbitry should keep?

A

Pedigree records, Breeding records, Show records, Sales records, Expense records

116
Q

What are the 2 types of clips made for putting cages together?

A

J-clips and C-rings

117
Q

What does papillon mean in French?

A

Butterfly

118
Q

What sized rabbits can be housed in a cage that is 18 inches deep, 24 inches wide, and 12 inches high?

A

Rabbits less than 6 pounds mature body weight

119
Q

What sized rabbits can be housed in a cage that is 24 inches deep, 26-36 inches wide, and 18 inches high?

A

Rabbits over 6 pounds and under 11 pounds mature body weight

120
Q

What are the two basic methods for distribution piping with an automated watering system?

A

Flex-Tube System and Rigid Piping System

121
Q

How many rabbits should a judge be expected to judge at a show in one day?

A

200 to 250

122
Q

What should you do if a rabbit exhibits wrong undercolor at any stage of development?

A

Cull

123
Q

Good show rabbits should reach a good junior prime at what age?

A

4 1/2 months

124
Q

At what age do you cull for color and fur?

A

4 1/2 months

125
Q

A rabbit matures better and finishes their coat faster if separated from littermates by which age?

A

10 weeks

126
Q

When a judge is looking over a rabbit, what are they looking at?

A

Comparing rabbit to the Standard of Perfection

127
Q

Which end do you put the rabbit back in the cage first?

A

Rump (tail first)

128
Q

What does posing refer to?

A

Placement of the animal’s body on the table

129
Q

What does USDA stand for?

A

United States Department of Agriculture

130
Q

What are two types of disinfectants?

A

Sunlight and Chemical (bleach, Clorox)

131
Q

Why don’t you want to use mesh bottom feeders?

A

Food tends to swell and spoil

132
Q

Where should you get your initial breeding stock?

A

A reputable breeder who has been in the business for several years

133
Q

What two major changes have occurred over time in commercial rabbit raising?

A

Feeding pelleted ration and use of all-wire cages

134
Q

Modern rabbit growers cannot envision rabbits being fed anything but what?

A

Pelleted ration

135
Q

To provide a full time occupation for one person, how many producing does would be necessary in a commercial rabbitry?

A

600 minimum

136
Q

The earthworm normally consumes or eats how much of his own weight every day?

A

1 1/2 times

137
Q

Which animal manure is the most potent fertilizer?

A

Rabbit

138
Q

How many legs must a rabbit win in order to receive a Grand Champion Certificate?

A

Three

139
Q

When are chartered club renewals and judge and registrar licenses due?

A

January 1 of each year

140
Q

Soft feces or night feces are called what?

A

Cecotropes

141
Q

What are the benefits of being an ARBA member?

A

Subscription to Domestic Rabbits Magazine;
Official Guidebook - Raising Better Rabbits and Cavies;
Full usage of the ARBA App;
ARBA Membership Handbook; and
Participation in ARBA Registration and Grand Champion Programs

142
Q

What are five pieces of information that a three generation pedigree should contain?

A

Name and address of the breeder, breed of the rabbit, birth date of the rabbit, ear number, name, sex, color, weight, registration no (if any), grand champion no (if any), show wins (if any)

143
Q

Name three things to look for in a desirable buck.

A

Type, Virility, Good Health, Good Fur, Good Bone

144
Q

What are three characteristics of bucks?

A

No nipples, blockier heads, less often a dewlap, spray urine, mount and circle does

145
Q

What department does not consider rabbits as livestock?

A

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

146
Q

ARBA judging system is based on points; however, actual judging is based on what?

A

Comparison of one animal against another

147
Q

What is the most common mistake that the majority of rabbit breeders make?

A

Overfeed the animals

148
Q

Why are carrying cages and stacked cages using Polytrays an advantage compared to metal pans?

A

Stay cleaner, rust free, lighter

149
Q

What are two new forms of keeping your rabbit barn cooler?

A

Roof misters and evaporative coolers (also called swamp coolers or wet walls)

150
Q

All rabbits in ARBA sanctioned shows are judged by using the guidance of which publication?

A

Standard of Perfection

151
Q

As a breeder do you condition the herd or each individual rabbit?

A

Each rabbit

152
Q

To judges and experienced breeders, what 2 things does good condition mean?

A

Very frim flesh condition and prime coat of fur

153
Q

Which ARBA group specifically supports COD holders, offers guidance, and roots for the success?

A

The Standards Committee

154
Q

When tattooing a rabbit why should you avoid working in areas close to the edge of the ear?

A

Tattoo will be lost in the fur on edges of ear

155
Q

Rather than conditioning for a show or pushing a rabbit to gain weight for a show, what should a rabbit be allowed to do?

A

They should be allowed to develop their skeletal structure and muscles before conditioning for a show

156
Q

What are the customs restrictions on the free movement of exhibitors and their rabbits across the Canadian border?

A

There are none

157
Q

What is the minimum number of judges who must award legs of champion to enable an animal to earn a Grand Champion certificate?

A

2

158
Q

What helps invigorate clubs and encourages forward movement within the rabbit raising hobby?

A

COD presentations

159
Q

How many consecutive years must an ARBA member have held in order to hold a COD?

A

At least 5 years

160
Q

How many years must a new applicant or group of a COD wait before making the first exhibition at an ARBA Convention?

A

Two complete years from the date the COD is approved

161
Q

Rabbit breeders consider what an art?

A

Conditioning

162
Q

What is the newest form of competition within the rabbit hobby?

A

Rabbit Show Jumping or Rabbit Hopping

163
Q

Be aware that all young rabbits seem to go thru a long awkward stage between how many months?

A

3 and 3 1/2 months

164
Q

What size is baby saver wire and where is it constructed on the cage?

A

1/2 inch by 1 inch - constructed along the lower sides of cage

165
Q

At what age is the first baby prime coat fully developed?

A

4 1/2 months

166
Q

Name 3 nutrients that rabbit manure contains.

A

Nitrogen, Potassium, Phosphorus

167
Q

When using 1/2 inch by 1 inch floor wire, which side should be towards the rabbit’s feet?

A

1/2 inch side

168
Q

What is the advantage of using wire floor in cages?

A

Allows waste to drop through cage floor for ease of cleaning

169
Q

What is the minimum square feet of floor space that is needed to cage rabbits with maximum senior weight of 11.9 pounds?

A

5 square feet

170
Q

There are four basic factors in judging rabbit fur; what are they?

A

Density, Texture, Length, Condition

171
Q

What breeds can be shown in ARBA Shows?

A

Those recognized in the Standard of Perfection

172
Q

What happens to fryers if they are butchered after 70 days old?

A

Hide thickens, carcass tends to dry out and have thicker texture

173
Q

Although the fryer rabbit is a cute little bunny, what is the end goal?

A

Meat

174
Q

What is referred to as the corner stone of your rabbit project?

A

Keeping accurate records

175
Q

What percent dress out is a realistic and desirable objective in a meat rabbit?

A

60%

176
Q

When looking at commercial class meat rabbits as an industry, you should consider what three categories?

A

Producer, Processor, Consumer

177
Q

How do you judge balance and conformation?

A

By posing your rabbit

178
Q

What has been able to keep the wild rabbit population in check in North America?

A

Climate and native predatory animals

179
Q

What type of cage is by far the most popular option in the United States most hobbyists choose to keep rabbits?

A

Wire bottom cages

180
Q

What is the minimum square feet of floor space that is needed to cage rabbits with maximum senior weight of 4.4 pounds?

A

1.5 square feet

181
Q

What is the minimum square feet of floor space that is needed to cage rabbits with maximum senior weight of 8.8 pounds?

A

3 square feet

182
Q

What is the minimum square feet of floor space that is needed to cage rabbits with maximum senior weight of 11.9 pounds?

A

4 square feet

183
Q

Why is 70 days of age the optimal time to process fryers?

A

Superior dress out percentage, dressing ease, and taste

184
Q

Chinning indicates the rabbit is doing what?

A

Marking territory

185
Q

What does it mean if the rabbit is chattering their teeth?

A

Often indicates contentment

186
Q

Which hormone has a vast effect upon fur and flesh?

A

Estrogen

187
Q

What happens if you continuously stroke the rabbit’s fur from tail to head?

A

Break the guard hairs

188
Q

Why should you never pick up a show rabbit by the scruff of the neck?

A

Uncomfortable for the rabbit, breaks the connective tissue resulting in a flabby and loose flesh, and will damage the finish of the fur

189
Q

Fur condition depends mostly on three factors; name them.

A

Genetics, Environment, Timing

190
Q

Name three reasons why you still need a cage if you plan on allowing your rabbit the run of the house?

A

When you must leave it alone; Illness; Safe and quiet place for when activity is too much

191
Q

If you allow your rabbit free run of the house, what do you need to watch for and be careful of?

A

Chewing cords, carpet, draperies, baseboards

192
Q

If you buy a trio, what should the trio consist of?

A

1 buck, 2 does

193
Q

If you are serious about showing rabbits and obtaining good stock, who should you buy from?

A

Established breeders

194
Q

In a good trio, should the buck or does be the best quality?

A

Buck

195
Q

If your animal is not properly posed, what can you not do?

A

Properly evaluate the body type

196
Q

Lunging, ears pulled back, ears forward, grinding teeth, chinning, thumping, growling, and nipping are considered what?

A

Methods of communication

197
Q

A tattoo can only contain a combination of what?

A

Numbers and/or letters

198
Q

At the Indiana State Fair the Grand Champion meat pen could sell for how much?

A

$4,000 to $15,000

199
Q

Why shouldn’t perennial weeds be added to compost?

A

They will grow back and spread

200
Q

Why should you check your states USDA laws if you make over a certain amount of money per year in rabbit sales?

A

State may require a USDA license

201
Q

Prior to attending a show what should you do if you wanted to cull a rabbit?

A

Ask if a cull buyer will be attending and then let that person know how many and what breeds you are bringing

202
Q

If you are using a clamp tattoo, you should position it in an area free of what?

A

Blood vessels

203
Q

What are advantages of having rabbits over other livestock projects?

A

Low investment, minimum space requirements, can be kept in urban areas as well as rural areas, aid in learning husbandry principles, decision making, business principles and joy of life

204
Q

Name three differences between Fair shows vs ARBA shows.

A

Fair shows may limit number of rabbits can enter; Fairs may combine recognized breeds or varieties for judging; Fair may set minimum age limits of exhibitors; Fairs may provide premium listings; Fair shows are exempt from the 100-mile radius rule

205
Q

Which is the only national association that sanctions official rabbit shows in the United States?

A

The American Rabbit Breeders Association Inc

206
Q

Should your pet rabbit start chewing on carpet, baseboards, or electrical cords; what can you use on that item to deter them?

A

Small amount of tabasco sauce or bitter apple

207
Q

When dressed the carcass tends to dry out and has a thicker texture and more chewier at how many days old?

A

72 days

208
Q

Why should you ask a table writer, ramrod, or another exhibitor where to place your rabbit at the show table and not the judge?

A

To not identify which animal is yours to the judge

209
Q

Which organization offers one of the best registration programs of any domestic animal?

A

ARBA

210
Q

What is the judge looking for on the legs when judging a commercial meat rabbit?

A

How far does the meat go down the leg

211
Q

In the UK, the showing and exhibition of rabbits is known as what?

A

“The Fancy”

212
Q

What is the name of the act that was developed to provide minimum standards and requirements of care?

A

Animal Welfare Act (AWA)

213
Q

What are the two types of ARBA rabbit shows?

A

Carrying Cage Shows and Coop Shows

214
Q

Rabbit manure is very good to work into your flower bed or garden as it contains what three elements?

A

Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium

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