Starting to show part II

Now that you have decided to show, and uncluttered your herd you're ready to buy your first show rabbits. This is always a very exciting part in raising show rabbits, there are so many gorgeous rabbits out there! How do you choose one? Then you see the price tag...and suddenly this exciting part becomes horribly daunting.

Buying online: This is not the best way to purchase a rabbit, you are buying based off a picture or two so you really have to trust the person your buying from that the picture is in fact an accurate representation of the rabbit. It is also a great way to find a rabbit you probably would never have seen in person. It opens up your selection a great deal. So how do you pick a rabbit online? Find one you like, then get a second opinion from someone you trust to give you a straight answer, and if you do decide to get it based on the picture don't forget if it is not as nice as you thought it would be you still have the right to refuse the sale, don't feel trapped because you inquired about it.

Buying in person: This is always the best way to buy because you can get a hands on feel for the rabbit. If you're not sure what you're looking for ask the breeder to explain the strengths and weaknesses of the rabbit, and if you're still not sure find someone to give their opinion.

Cost: You may be tempted to throw caution to the wind and assume that a rabbit with a $200.00 price tag will be absolutely hands down amazing. Don't let the price make up your mind for you. Just because a rabbit is listed at $200.00 does not make it worth that much, often times you can find excellent quality rabbits for sale for $25.00 that will beat the $200.00 rabbit on the show tables. It's up to you to look over the rabbit first and then decide if it's worth the price that is being asked.

Band wagons: Often times in an area one breeder will buy a rabbit or two from a certain breeder and they do well in a show once or twice and suddenly everyone in the area is going to that breeder for rabbits and more often then not they end up with not so good rabbits because they were led to believe this breeder is absolutely amazing. Always be cautious when buying, you may think you're getting a great deal when in reality it's not the best.

Always remember not to rush and buy the first thing you see. There are always great rabbits hiding just around the corner.