Washington Co. 4-H Rabbit Workshops to be Held

It’s that time of year to get hopping with the 4-H rabbit project area. Washington County 4-H and FFA members involved in the rabbit project are invited to attend these rabbit workshops hosted by 4-H rabbit superintendent Chad Dolan and rabbit department. Both workshops are open to all 4-H/FFA members and parents who want to learn more about their rabbit projects.

May 21 from 7-8 p.m. in the basement of Dallmeyer Hall on the fairgrounds will cover the topics of rabbit health and disease. They will focus on the fatal RHDv2 and how to protect, prevent, and recognize it.

May 28 from 7-8 p.m. in the basement of Dallmeyer Hall on the fairgrounds will cover rabbit breeding. This is often a great goal for the 4-H rabbit project to develop in to.

All rabbits at the county fair must be tattooed. If 4-H’ers need help, free tattooing will be available at the workshop. Learn about what equipment is needed and where to purchase that.

All rabbit exhibitors or those with questions about this project are encouraged to attend and learn more on these topics. Parents encouraged to attend. Contact the Washington County Extension Office with any questions, 319/653-4811.