Breeding Chart for Rabbit Market Project & Rabbit Fryer Project 2015
Breeds
Breed on Dates
Born on Dates
Age at Fair
Weight at Fair
New Zealand
April 24th - April 29th
May 25th – May 30th
65-70 days
3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds
Californian
April 19th – April 24th
May 20th – May 25th
70-75 days
3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds
Satin
April 19th – April 24th
May 20th – May 25th
70-75 days
3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds
Breeds
Breed on Dates
Born on Dates
Age at Fair
Weight at Fair
American Chin
April 24th - April 29th
May 25th – May 30th
65-70 days
3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds
Palomino
April 24th - April 29th
May 25th – May 30th
65-70 days
3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds
Florida White
April 4th – April 9th
May 5th – May 10th
85-90 days
3 ½ to 5 ½ pounds
*Market Projects are to consist of 3 rabbits of the same breed and variety. They are to be under 90 days of age,
weighing not less than 3 ½ pounds and not more than 5 ½ pounds. Any pen having one or more rabbits that weigh less
than 3 ½ pounds will be sent home. Any pen having and over weight animal can stay, but will be placed last and sold
last. Market Pens do not come to Registration. ALL MARKET RABBITS ARE A TERMINAL SALE.
Doe & Litter Project 2015
Breed on Dates
Born on Dates
Age at Fair
May 8th – May 22nd
June 8th – June 22nd
6 to 8 weeks old
*The purpose of Doe & Litter Project is to promote the breeding of purebred rabbits that meet the ARBA Standards. Any
purebred breed of rabbit is acceptable in the Doe & Litter Project. The litter must be between 6 and 8 weeks of age on
entry day of fair. The litter MUST consist of at least three bunnies. Doe & Litter Projects MUST be in good condition to
be exhibited. All rabbits MUST have an appearance of health and vigor; MUST be bold and bright of eye. They are to
be firm in flesh condition and have a good coat. Rabbit and Poultry Committee reserves the right to refuse any entry in
this class deemed as not meeting these requirements. ONLY ONE Doe & Litter Project per exhibitor may be entered to
the fair. Does used in the Doe & Litter Project CANNOT be used for Show or Showmanship.