Riverside County Rabbit Breeders
Association
Triple Open & Triple Youth Rabbit Show
Double Open & Double Youth Cavy Show
*** Dana Cole Lion Head Specialty ***
$$$ - Mini Rex Money Class - $$$
$$$ - Holland Lop Money Class - $$$
***Saturday August 22, 2009***
The National Orange Show Fairgrounds
The Damus Building - Enter through Gate 5
689 S E St San Bernardino, CA 92408
*** Entry Information ***
Check in time will be 7:30am. Judging begins at 8:30am.
Everyone, please check in with the show secretary before the show starts.
Please mark entry form Open or Youth.
All Mail entries must be postmarked by Friday, August 14, 2009
Email entries Wednesday August 19, 2009 @ 10pm
Check or money order must accompany your entry. Make checks payable to RCRBA.
There will be a $35 charge for any returned checks.
**No phone entries.**
Mail Rabbit Entries To:
Linda J. Bell, RCRBA
946 S. Fremont St
Calimesa, CA 92320
rcrbashowsecretary@yahoo.com
Mail Cavy Entries To:
Tammie West, RCRBA
PO Box 223
Cabazon, CA 92230
rcrbacavyentries@yahoo.com
RABBIT ENTRY FEES:
$9.00 per rabbit for Three shows
or $4.00 per rabbit per show for show 1 & 2.
Fur entries $9.00 per rabbit for 3 shows
or $4.00 per rabbit per show for show 1 & 2
Day of Entry $5.00 per rabbit, per show
CAVY ENTRY FEES:
$6.00 per cavy for Two shows
or $3.00 per cavy for show 1
Day of Entry $5.00 per cavy, per show
Cavies WILL have Comment Cards!
If entering Lionhead specialty… or the Holland Lop or Mini Rex money classes….please
indicate in the right column as such. (All entries must be entered in the All Breed Shows)
DANA COLE - LION HEAD SPECIALTY $3.00 per rabbit
Linda J. Bell, RCRBA
946 S. Fremont St
Calimesa, CA 92320
rcrbashowsecretary@yahoo.com
WE WILL HAVE SPECIAL AWARDS FOR THIS SHOW.
ALL RABBIT MUST BE ENTERED IN THE ALL BREED SHOWS
MINI REX MONEY CLASS $5.00 per rabbit
Linda J. Bell, RCRBA
946 S. Fremont St
Calimesa, CA 92320
rcrbashowsecretary@yahoo.com
IF 35 OR MORE ENTERED: BREED GETS $50.00, RESERVE GETS $25.00
IF THERE ARE 20- 34 ENTERED BREED GETS $25.00, RESERVE GETS $15.00
BOTH OPEN AND YOUTH
THERE ARE NO LEGS OR POINTS FOR THIS SHOW
ALL RABBITS MUST BE ENTERED IN THE ALL BREED SHOWS
HOLLAND LOP MONEY CLASS $5.00 per rabbit
Linda J. Bell, RCRBA
946 S. Fremont St
Calimesa, CA 92320
rcrbashowsecretary@yahoo.com
IF 35 OR MORE ENTERED: BREED GETS $50.00, RESERVE GETS $25.00
IF THERE ARE 20- 34 ENTERED BREED GETS $25.00, RESERVE GETS $15.00
OPEN ONLY (Youth may enter Open for this show)
THERE ARE NO LEGS OR POINTS FOR THIS SHOW
ALL RABBITS MUST BE ENTERED IN THE ALL BREED SHOWS
So What’s A Money Class???
RCRBA- wants to help exhibitors have a little more fun at shows, so we are introducing
the Money Class! In which the winner – actually wins!!!
All rabbits entered in the class will be judged against each other.
Provided entries are above 20, the winner of the class will take home money!!!
The more animals entered the more money you can win, up to $50 for Breed,
and $25 for Reserve.
Is this a sanctioned show? – No (Just for fun, and Money)
Substitutions (ear changes only) same breed, sex, and variety as entered, may be made at the table on the
day of the show before judging.
Changes in class, sex or variety will not be tolerated. To change class, sex, or variety a fee of $5.00 per
rabbit per show will be accepted, prior to the start of judging. Any exhibitor attempting to make changes
other than ear numbers without authorization from the show secretary will be subject to having the rabbit
scratched. And possibly having their entire entry & fees forfeited.
*** Judges ***
Allen Mesick
Mike Lovejoy
Katy Saul
Michael Franke
Linda Bell
Valerie Jump – Cavy
Stanley Bell
Ron Smelt - Cavy
*** Rabbit Awards ***
Best in Show and Reserve in Show for Open & Youth will receive Special Awards.
Best of Breed and Opposite Sex of Breed will be given for the
Top 10 breeds over 10 entered in Open.
Best of Breed and Opposite Breed will be given for the
Top 5 breeds over 10 entered in Youth.
*** Cavy Awards ***
Best in Show and Reserve in Show for Open & Youth will receive Special Awards.
Best of Breed and Opposite Sex of Breed will be given for the
Top 5 breeds over 10 entered in both Open and Youth
***Our next shows will be October 10, 2009, November 14, 2009***
***SHOW COMMITTEE***
Show Superintendent..........................................Tammie West & Michael Bell
Open & Youth Rabbit Show Secretary...........................................Linda J. Bell
Open & Youth Cavy Secretaries…………………………..…….Tammie West
Show Registrar..............................................................................Elizabeth Bell
Food Booth………………………………......................................Chuck West
Raffle..........................................................................................Samantha West
Bring a copy of your email entry and confirmation. If you do not receive a confirmation you are
not entered in the show, and you will be charged $5 per rabbit per show.
Make sure you bring a Tarp!
Bring an awesome Raffle item(s)!
If you plan to register your rabbit, please bring:
ARBA membership Card, FULL 3 generation pedigree (all blanks filled in)
Make sure the rabbit has a legible tattoo(s). if not see the Show Registrar to get it done. And that Awesome
rabbit to enter the day of show, for $5 per rabbit per show.
*** Show Rules ***
1. This show is held in strict accordance with the latest and revised Official Show Rules of the American Rabbit Breeders
Association, Inc.
2. All rabbits must be permanently and legibly marked in the left ear prior to showing. An ARBA licensed registrar will be
available for ear marks as well as ARBA registrations.
3. Exhibitors are responsible to make sure their rabbits are taken to the judging area when called. Absolutely no refund of entry
fees will be made.
4. Awards must be picked up the day of the show. Legs are mailed within 30 days of the show.
5. All animals must be healthy and in proper size transport cages to ensure rabbits well-being.
6. The club and/or its officers are not liable for any injury or damage in connection with the show.
7. Exhibitors must clean their area when leaving; otherwise a fine may be imposed.
8. Youth may not enter the same animal in both open and youth, but may enter different animals in open and youth.
9. Any issue arising that cannot be resolved by reference to the above rules shall be decided by the official show committee,
whose decision will be final.
10. This is a NO COMMENT CARD RABBIT SHOW. Comment cards will be available for your use. Cavy exhibitors will
have comment cards!!!
11. Each exhibitor is responsible for getting their animal to the judging table. No classes will be re-judged.
12. All rabbits are entered at the owner’s risk. Judges and show committee are not in any way responsible for injury or death
but every precaution will be taken for their safety.
13. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor to pick up the remark cards when removing the animal from show table.
14. According to ARBA rules an exhibitor cannot make any comments which may identify ownership of a rabbit, nor may they
attempt to influence the judging of an animal. Anyone doing this may have their animal disqualified and removed from the
show.
15. Aisles must be kept clear. Please do not take more room than is necessary.
16. All parents will be responsible for their children. You will be held responsible and liable for any damages to the National
Orange Show Fairgrounds.
17. NO animals (other that rabbit & cavies) will be allowed in the showroom with the exception of service animals under the
protection of the American Disabilities Act
18. NO SMOKING IN SHOWROOM, NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES on grounds.
19. No selling of items or animals (rabbit excluded) neither outside nor inside building unless booth fee is paid!
20. The show committee shall decide any and all questions arising which are not covered by specific rules. Upon submitting an
entry the exhibitor agrees to abide by all show rules.
21. All rabbit carrying cages must be placed on plastic covering the area. Tarps will be available for purchase from the show
committee.
22. The sponsoring club reserves the right to add or change any Judge.
23. All youth exhibitors must bring their animals to the table for judging. Adults are not allowed to bring animals entered in
the youth show to the judging tables. Adults may assist youth members if they have multiple breeds.
24. Changes day of show entries will be allowed at $5.00 per rabbit per show. Ear changes will be allowed at the judging table
for no charge. Any unauthorized changes that occur, will be considered a NO SHOW when the secretary completes the final
paperwork. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS RULE. It is up to the exhibitors responsibility to complete changes and
PAY prior to the breed being called to the judging table.
25.Sponsoring club and show facility will not be responsible for injury, theft or demise of any animal. Cages should be secured
at all times.
26. Angoras may not be blown out in the showroom. All exhibitors showing wooled breeds will be required to clean up after
themselves. Please leave the show grounds the way you found it.
***** Parents and/or acting guardians will be responsible for the conduct of their children. Inappropriate behavior,
disrespect of animals, property or persons will result in dismissal from this show and forfeiture of all entry fees.*****
**Substitutions (ear changes only) same breed, sex, and variety as entered, may be made at the table on the day of the
show before judging. *Changes in class, sex or variety will not be tolerated. To change class, sex, or variety a fee of
$5.00 per rabbit per show will be accepted, prior to the start of judging. Any exhibitor attempting to make changes other
than ear numbers without authorization from the show secretary will be subject to having the rabbit scratched. And possibly
having their entire entry & fees forfeited.**
Official Sanctions
AMERICAN RABBIT BREEDERS ASSN. BRAD BOYCE, P.O. BOX 426,
BLOOMINGTON, IL 61702. DUES: (ADULT) $15 (YOUTH) $8 SANCTION FEE $20. NEXT ARBA CONVENTION:
SAN DIEGO, CA NOV 1-5
American Cavy Breeders Association - Open and Youth
James D. Nielsen, 1157 E. San Angelo Ave., Gilbert, AZ 85234 Phone: 480-545-1785
Email: acbasec-treas@nghs.net Sanction Fee: OPEN $10.00 - YOUTH $8.00
Mini Lop Rabbit Club of America- Open and Youth
Pennie Grotheer, PO Box 17, Pittsburg, KS 66762 Phone: 417-842-3317
Email: minilop@hughes.net
Sanction Fee: OPEN $16.00 - YOUTH $9.00.
National Mini Rex Rabbit Club- Open and Youth
Jennifer Whaley, P.O. Box 712499, Santee, CA 92071 Phone: 619-933-6505
Email: minirexsecretary@yahoo.com Sanction Fee: OPEN $10.00 - YOUTH $10.00.
Californian Rabbit Specialty Club – Open
Donald R Mersiovsky, 1156 Elm Grove Spur, Belton, TX 76513 Phone: 254-939-0345
Email: secretary@nationalcalclub.com Sanction Fee: OPEN $10.00 - YOUTH $5.00
Cinnamon Rabbit Breeders Association - Open
Nancy Searle, 550 Amherst Rd, Belchertown, MA 01007 Phone: 413-253-7721
Email: nsearle@umext.umass.edu Sanction Fee: OPEN $10.00 – YOUTH $6.00
American Himalayan Rabbit Association – Open and Youth
Errean Kratochvil, 7715 Callan Ct, New Port Richey, FL 34654 Phone: 727-847-1001
Email: himi1@yahoo.com Sanction Fees: OPEN $7.00 – YOUTH $7.00 – OPEN/YOUTH Combination $10.00
American Satin Rabbit Breeders Association - Open
Rita Peralta, 2233 Snyder Ln, Stockton, CA 95215 Phone: 209-931-0983
Email: peraltarita@comcast.net Sanction Fees: OPEN $12.00 – YOUTH $7.00 (Both Satin and Mini Satin)
American Tan Rabbit Club - Open
Virginia Akin, 718 County Road 216, Sweetwater, TX 79556 Phone: 325-2364032
Email: tanrbt@aol.com Sanction Fees: OPEN $10.00 -- YOUTH $4.00
Lop Club of America, Inc – Open
Jeanne Welch, Po Box 236, Hornbrook, CA 96044 Phone: 530-475-3371
Email: lrcasecretary@aol.com Sanction Fees: OPEN $12.00 – YOUTH $6.00
To Sanction a breed please contact Linda Bell rcrbashowsecretary@yahoo.com
DIRECTIONS:
The National Orange Show
Fairgrounds
The Damus Building - Enter through Gate 5
689 S E St San Bernardino, CA 92408
KW Cages will be attending this show!
Pre-order NOW for pick-up, Day of the
Show!!!
9565 Pathway St. Santee, CA 92071
Fax: 619-596-4008
1-800-447-CAGE
RCRBA Food Booth Announces!!!
NO B.B.Q for August Show
Summertime Menu
Now Offering Lots of New Items!!!
PIZZA & FRUIT SALAD
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Upcoming Shows:
October 10, 2009 Money Classes – Satin & Mini Rex
November 14, 2009 Money Classes – Netherland Dwarf & Mini Rex
ARBA Convention
November 1-5 2009, San Diego, CA
www.theendlesssummer.org
The 2009 ARBA Convention in San Diego is coming up and we need you to donate your time
and talents to putting it all together! There are many opportunities available.
Contact Randy Shumaker at brnburner@aol.com to volunteer!
Riverside County Rabbit Breeders Show Entry Form (RABBIT)
Exhibitor Name:______________________________________ Date: _______________
Address:__________________________ City:______________ State:____ Zip:_______
Phone #:__________________ Email Address:__________________________________
Circle One:
OPEN RABBIT
YOUTH RABBIT
EAR
BREED
VARIETY
CLASS
FUR
SEX
SHOW
Lionhead
or $ Class
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-----------------
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(Circle One)
(Circle)
(Circle)
(Circle)
(Circle)
JR SR INT
B D
B D
A B C
A B C
L $
JR SR INT
FUR
FUR
JR SR INT
FUR
B D
A B C
L $
JR SR INT
FUR
B D
A B C
L $
JR SR INT
FUR
B D
A B C
L $
JR SR INT
FUR
B D
A B C
L $
JR SR INT
FUR
B D
A B C
L $
JR SR INT
FUR
B D
A B C
L $
JR SR INT
FUR
B D
A B C
L $
JR SR INT
FUR
B D
A B C
L $
JR SR INT
FUR
B D
A B C
L $
JR SR INT
FUR
B D
A B C
L $
Before you send your entry…
Are entries legible?
Did you mark Open or Youth entry?
Are Variety, Class, Ear No., and Sex Marked?
If entering show A only # _____ Rabbits @ $4.00 = _____
If entering show A & B only #_____ Rabbits @ $8.00 = _____
If entering shows A,B,& C #_____ Rabbits @ $9.00 = _____
If entering Lionhead Specialty#_____Rabbits @ $3.00 = _____
If entering Holland Lop Money Class#_____Rabbits @ $5.00 = _____
# of Fur entered shows A only # _____ @ $4.00 =_____
Mailed Deadline is: 08/14/2009
Emailed Deadline is: 08/19/2009
# of Fur entered shows A & B only #______ @ $8.00 =_____
# of Fur entered shows A, B,& C #_____ @ $9.00 =_____
Total of Entry Fees: _____
Mail Rabbit Entries to:
Linda J. Bell, RCRBA
946 Fremont St
Calimesa, CA 92320
RCRBAshowsecretary@yahoo.com
L $
Riverside County Rabbit Breeders Show Entry Form (CAVY)
Exhibitor Name:_________________________________ Date: _______________
Address:______________________ City:______________ State:____ Zip:_______
Phone #:__________________ Email Address:_____________________________
Circle One:
OPEN CAVY
YOUTH CAVY
EAR
BREED
VARIETY
CLASS
SEX
SHOW
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------------------
(Circle One)
(Circle)
(Circle)
JR SR INT
JR SR INT
B S
B S
A
A
B
B
JR SR INT
B S
A
B
JR SR INT
B S
A
B
JR SR INT
B S
A
B
JR SR INT
B S
A
B
JR SR INT
B S
A
B
JR SR INT
B S
A
B
JR SR INT
B S
A
B
JR SR INT
B S
A
B
JR SR INT
B S
A
B
JR SR INT
B S
A
B
Before you send your entry…
Are entries legible?
Did you mark Open or Youth entry?
If entering show A only # _____ Cavies @ $4.00 = _____
If entering show A & B #_____ Cavies @ $8.00 = _____
Total of Entry Fees: _____
Are Variety, Class, Ear No., and Sex Marked?
Mailed Deadline is: 08/14/2009
Emailed Deadline is: 08/19/2009
Mail Cavy Entries to:
Tammie West
PO Box 223
Cabazon, CA 92230
rcrbacavyentries@yahoo.com