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I am able to answer questions from pet owners and breeders alike.

I will answer questions about: General pet care, housing, diet, health, breeding, pregnancy, showing, etc.

I will not answer questions about: Litterbox training, bonding or wild rabbits. I am not an expert in those areas.

About Me:

I have raised rabbits for show competitions for over 15 years. I was a tenure 4-H member and competed in the Rabbit Royalty Contest for many years.

My rabbitry is registered with the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA) and I show at the local, state and national level.

Over the years I have raised several breeds. I currently raise Tans and have done do for about 10 years now. I am currently the District 8 Director of the American Tan Rabbit Specialty Club (http://www.atrsc.org).

I am also a licensed Registrar with the ARBA. A Registrar is a trained individual that physically examines rabbits to determine if they are eligible for registration with the ARBA.

Due to my experience as both a Registrar and breeder, I am able to answer most question regarding difference breeds of rabbits. As mentioned, I have raised several breeds personally and have worked with nearly all others at some point in the capacity as a Registrar.

While I raise my rabbits for show purposes, I believe very strongely that every animal should be treated with dignity and respect. My rabbits are handled from birth and are well cared for.

I recommend the following sources:

http://www.arba.net (Membership is not just for breeders, many pet owners join as well. With membership you get a great guidebook and a bi-monthly magazine)

http://www.blueribbonrabbitry.com

Experience

I am a member of the American Rabbit Breeders Association. I am also a member and director with the National Specialty Club for the breed I raise.

I have raised rabbits for about 15 years at the local, state and even national level. I was a 10 year 4-H member and competed in many of the educational contests (judging, royalty, etc.)

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