Rabbitry Management
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What is the primary purpose of a breeding record in a rabbitry?

  • To evaluate the productivity of does and bucks (correct)
  • To record the dates of shows entered
  • To maintain a count of rabbits in the rabbitry
  • To track the sales of rabbits

    • Where should the tattoo be placed in the rabbit's ear?

  • Above the main visible vein in the ear (correct)
  • Below the main visible vein in the ear
  • On the back of the ear
  • On the tip of the ear

    • What is the primary goal of rabbit breeding for meat production?

  • To raise rabbits for their wool
  • To raise rabbits for human consumption (correct)
  • To produce high-quality breeding stock
  • To raise rabbits for their fur

    • What should you do if the rabbit's ear is dirty?

    <p>Thoroughly clean and dry the ear before applying the tattoo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which breed of rabbit is commonly raised for its wool?

    <p>Angora</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do to the tattoo pliers before applying the tattoo?

    <p>Make sure the side of the pliers with the digits is inside the ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important consideration when raising rabbits for wool production?

    <p>The ease of processing the wool</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do after applying the tattoo?

    <p>Apply a light film of petroleum jelly over the tattoo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to keep good records in a rabbitry?

    <p>To determine the most productive does and best bucks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if the rabbit's ear is very hot?

    <p>Dip a towel in cold water, squeeze out the excess, and apply it to the ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal temperature range for a rabbit?

    <p>100-104 degrees Fahrenheit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the cecum in monogastric animals like rabbits?

    <p>Facilitating bacterial breakdown of fiber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a sign of a sick rabbit?

    <p>Discharge from nose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a pedigree record in rabbit breeding?

    <p>To list a rabbit's family tree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common nutrient found in all feeds?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should the ear be cleaned and dried before applying a tattoo?

    <p>To remove any dirt or debris that may interfere with the tattoo process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if the rabbit's ear is very hot during the tattoo process?

    <p>Use a cold towel to cool the ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to the tattoo pliers after they are properly positioned in the ear?

    <p>Firmly squeeze the pliers together for 1-2 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after applying the tattoo?

    <p>Vigorously rub the ink into the puncture holes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to completely penetrate the ear with the tattoo digits in young rabbits?

    <p>To ensure the tattoo is legible from both sides of the ear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to place the tattoo above the main visible vein in the rabbit's ear?

    <p>To avoid bleeding excessively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if the rabbit's ear is very hot during the tattoo process?

    <p>Dip a towel in cold water and place it on the ears to cool them down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it better to completely penetrate the ear with the tattoo digits in young rabbits?

    <p>To avoid applying too little pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do after applying the tattoo?

    <p>Vigorously rub the ink into the puncture holes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to hold the ear straight when applying the tattoo?

    <p>To avoid folds in the ear that can make the tattoo illegible</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Rabbit Records

    • Herd Record: a record of every rabbit in the rabbitry, including sire, dam, sex, color, date of birth, and date of departure
    • Breeding Record: a record of each breeding to track productivity and breeding quality
    • Show Record: a record of show entries, classes, and awards received to track a rabbit's strengths and weaknesses

    Uses of Rabbits

    • Breeding Stock: rabbits raised for high-quality offspring, requiring good records and quality control
    • Meat Production: rabbits raised for meat
    • Fur: rabbits raised for fur to be used in novelty, craft, and consumer products
    • Wool: rabbits raised for wool, such as Angora rabbits, requiring clean, durable, and easily processed wool
    • Pets: rabbits raised for companionship

    Meat Cuts

    • [Image of meat cuts diagram]

    Body Type

    • [No additional information provided]

    Tattooing a Rabbit

    • Select and prepare tattoo digits
    • Place the rabbit in the proper tattooing position
    • Hold the rabbit securely and tattoo the digits correctly in the left ear

    Health

    • Temperature: 100-104°F
    • Heart rate: 150-300 beats per minute
    • Respiratory rate: 30-60 breaths per minute

    Nutrition

    • Six basic nutrients: protein, carbohydrates, lipids, minerals, vitamins, and water
    • Protein, carbohydrates, fats, minerals, vitamins, and water are essential for rabbit nutrition

    Digestive Systems

    • Simple tube extending from mouth to anus with associated organs
    • Types of digestive systems: ruminant, non-ruminant, and single stomach
    • Rabbits have a single stomach and are unable to digest large quantities of fiber without an enlarged cecum

    Signs of a Sick Rabbit

    • Decreased appetite
    • Lethargy
    • Hair loss
    • Runny eyes
    • Discharge from nose
    • Diarrhea
    • Sneezing
    • Fever
    • Changes in breathing

    Types of Rabbit Records

    • Pedigree Record: a family tree of each individual rabbit, listing sires, dams, grand sires, and grand dams, including color and senior weight

    Health

    • Normal body temperature: 100-104 degrees Fahrenheit
    • Normal heart rate: 150-300 beats per minute
    • Normal respiratory rate: 30-60 breaths per minute

    Nutrition

    • Six basic nutrients: protein, carbohydrates, lipids, minerals, vitamins, and water
    • Importance of each nutrient in a rabbit's diet

    Digestive Systems

    • Simple tube extending from mouth to anus with associated organs
    • Types of digestive systems: ruminant or non-ruminant, single stomach
    • Importance of cecum in non-ruminant digestive systems

    Signs of a Sick Rabbit

    • Decreased appetite
    • Lethargic behavior
    • Hair loss
    • Runny eyes
    • Discharge from nose
    • Diarrhea
    • Sneezing
    • Fever
    • Changes in breathing

    Types of Rabbit Records

    • Pedigree Record: family tree, sire, dam, grand sires, dams, color, and senior weight
    • Herd Record: list of rabbits in the rabbitry, sire, dam, sex, color, and date of birth
    • Breeding Record: records of breeding, helps decide which does are most productive and which bucks are best
    • Show Record: dates and places of shows, classes, and awards received

    Uses of Rabbits

    • Breeding Stock: raising high-quality offspring
    • Meat Production: raising rabbits for meat
    • Fur: raising rabbits for fur
    • Wool: raising rabbits for wool
    • Pets: raising rabbits for companionship

    Meat Cuts

    • Various cuts of meat from rabbits

    Body Type

    • Importance of body type in rabbit breeding

    Tattooing a Rabbit

    • Steps to tattooing a rabbit:
      • Select and prepare tattoo digits
      • Position the rabbit correctly
      • Examine the ear for tattoo placement
      • Clean and dry the ear
      • Apply the tattoo
      • Rub ink into puncture holes
      • Apply petroleum jelly over the tattoo

    Rabbit Record Keeping

    • Herd record: keeps track of every rabbit in the rabbitry, including sire, dam, sex, color, date of birth, and date of departure
    • Breeding record: records each breeding to track doe productivity and buck quality
    • Show record: tracks show entries, classes, and awards to identify rabbit strengths and weaknesses

    Uses of Rabbits

    • Breeding stock: high-quality rabbits for breeding, requiring good records and regular shows
    • Meat production: rabbits raised for food
    • Fur: rabbits raised for fur used in novelty, craft, and consumer products
    • Wool: rabbits raised for wool, with Angora breed being a notable example
    • Pets: rabbits raised for companionship

    Meat Cuts

    • No specific information provided

    Body Type

    • No specific information provided

    Tattooing a Rabbit

    • Select and test tattoo digits
    • Place rabbit in proper position with head and rump held
    • Ensure digits are correctly aligned and tattoo is legible
    • Clean and cool ears before tattooing
    • Apply firm pressure for 1-2 seconds to ensure needle penetration
    • Rub ink into puncture holes and apply petroleum jelly over the tattoo

    Health

    • Normal temperature: 100-104°F
    • Normal heart rate: 150-300 beats per minute
    • Normal respiratory rate: 30-60 breaths per minute

    Nutrition

    • Six basic nutrients: protein, carbohydrates, lipids, minerals, vitamins, and water
    • Importance of each nutrient not specified

    Digestive Systems

    • Simple tube from mouth to anus with associated organs
    • Types of digestive systems: herbivores, carnivores, omnivores, ruminant, and non-ruminant
    • Single stomach: food mixed with digestive juices
    • Cecum: blind pouch in large intestine for fiber digestion

    Signs of a Sick Rabbit

    • Decreased appetite
    • Lethargy
    • Hair loss
    • Runny eyes
    • Discharge from nose
    • Diarrhea
    • Sneezing
    • Fever
    • Changes in breathing

    Types of Rabbit Records

    • Pedigree record: family tree of each rabbit, including sires, dams, and grand sires and dams

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