Rabbits Market and Breeding

Advisor:  Kristi Chambliss

kristichambliss@misdmail.org

• Acquiring Animals
  • You may purchase rabbits from reputable breeders for breeding or meat pen.  Recommended meat pens are Californian breed.  I can help you find reputable breeders if you would like.  Rabbits Cost approximately  $45/rabbit.
• Animal Housing
  • Reed-Stewart Ag Science Center (BBCTA) or home
• Advisor Barn Hours
  • Hours are subject to change as unforeseen events may occur.  As always if you need extra time or assistance please make an appointment.  (I am flexible and I can meet with you during times not listed if necessary.)

    • Mondays- 3:00-6:30PM

      Tuesdays- 3:00-5:30PM

      Wednesdays- until 3:30PM

      Thursdays- By appointment

      Fridays- by appointment

      Saturdays and Sundays- by appointment

• Show Schedule
  • Fort Worth Livestock Show and Rodeo- Breeding Rabbits (January)on your own
  • Tarrant County Junior Livestock Show- Breeding & Market Rabbits( March 3rd)
  • We will have showmanship practice for .5-1 hour each week.  It will be mandatory for all team members to attend.  This is an essential team and skill building event.  It is also a great opportunity to learn and bond with your animals.  The schedule will be set in August.  Please notify me of any schedule conflicts you have and I will do my best to accommodate them. 
  • Practices will begin October 5 from 4:45-5:30pm
• Barn Clean Ups
  • Each month, we will have a barn clean-up day.  It will be mandatory for each student housing an animal at the barn.  Regular maintenance is essential to keep a nice, working facility.  Student will be placed on a daily rotating schedule of small barn chores (sweeping, rolling hoses, checking gates, etc) to keep the barns looking nice as well. 
• Parent Involvement
  • Parental involvement is always encouraged and is vital to a healthy program.  Feel free to come out and watch or assist during practices.  We want you to get involved.