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So many times I have seen it posted in the description of available young. Both Rabbits and Puppies alike. Even I, myself, has posted it in the description. Often times newcomers to the hobbies are asking for Show Quality. Most commonly used by pet breeders to help boost sales. But what does it really mean? All breed species have a standard. A blueprint for breeders to work towards. No animal is 100% correct, they all have faults, although some could be pretty darn close. Within that standard are qualities that would prohibit the animal from winning in conformation competitions, shows. These are Disqualifications. Things like a foreign colored spot, eye color, percentage of color, etc. Any animal that does not have any physical signs of any disqualification listed within it's breed standard is considered show quality. But this does not mean the animal can be competitive when shown.
Both the above rabbits are bucks, both Tri Color. Both are SHOW QUALITY. Only one of them has achieved Grand Championship.
If your new to the hobby, and looking to purchase your first show animal and see an advertisement for "show quality". First, check out the breeder. Do they show? If not....walk away! Familiarize yourself with the breed standard before you purchase and attend a show if possible. This would give you an opportunity to see what is being shown, what the judges are liking and what to look for when choosing your show animal. This also gives you an opportunity to connect with several breeders and maybe even find one you like. Understand that show quality means it can be shown, but does not mean that it meets the standard and will win or should be bred. I am just going to put this out there. I don't care how many top big wins at convention or best in shows you have won. If your animals are disqualified off the table for showing signs of sickness, and are further scratched from remaining shows that day you DO NOT:
1. Continue to touch those sick animals and then healthy animals without disinfecting/washing your hands. 2. Walk through the showroom with said sick animals, past other exhibitors healthy animals, and up to the show table with your other entries! IF you cannot safely place your animals outside of the showroom, then place them away from other animals and cover them! 3. MOST IMPORTANT HERE....YOU DO NOT, and I repeat, FUCKING DO NOT unscratch them from the next show and place them again on the table after checking and wiping away the snot! If this is how you make a big name for yourself in this hobby. I don't want it. |
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