Rabbit show
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A rabbit show is a type of animal show where rabbits are exhibited. Most rabbit exhibitions in America are sanctioned by the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA),[1] which recognizes 52 breeds in its Standard of Perfection 2021–2025.[2] Rabbit show jumping, also known as rabbit hopping or rabbit agility, is a performance sport developed in the 1970s based on horse jumping[3] and is distinct from traditional rabbit shows.[4] Rabbit shows are mainly oriented towards exhibitors, rather than spectators, and receive little publicity compared to rabbit show jumping. Exhibitors display rabbits at shows for prize money and other awards.[5]
History
[edit | edit source]Rabbit shows are associated largely with the ARBA, originally founded in 1910 as the National Pet Stock Association,[6] but various breeds have been raised for exhibition throughout the 19th century,[7][8] starting in England with the formation of the first rabbit club in 1840.[9]
Criteria
[edit | edit source]Rabbit shows involve the judging of rabbits based on several criteria, which are set based on a breed standard. Shows sanctioned by the ARBA are judged based on the Standard of Perfection. These criteria are specific to the breed of rabbit being shown, and shown rabbits in a breed are further divided into judging classes by their variety, age, and sex.[5] In addition to any particular characteristics of a breed, shown rabbits are judged based on the following criteria:[10]
- Rabbit handling
- Rabbit posing on show table
- Examination of rabbit
- Condition of rabbit, including that of:
- Fitting
- Flesh
- Fur
- General health
As part of the process, exhibitors themselves may be judged on their appearance and their own rabbit knowledge through a quiz.[10]
References
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