Want to teach your friends the difference between a rabbit and a cavy?
What hops like a rabbit and sounds like a rabbit and smells like a rabbit, but isn't a rabbit? A cavy! No matter which you choose, rabbit or cavy, it could be the ideal project for you if you're interested in an animal project but live in an urban area. They're also great for small farms or rural areas where lack of space, facilities or money make it hard to raise larger animals.
Rabbits and cavies let you gain experience in feeding and managing animals for fun, companionship and profit.
Contact
For more information on how to get involved as a youth or volunteer, contact your county MSU Extension office or:
Glenda Weiss, Program Coordinator
Email: weissgle@msu.edu
Phone: (517) 676-7303
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Winter animal care: Tips to keeping your animals healthy and happy during winter months
Published on January 18, 2023
Being prepared during cold, winter weather will help your livestock winter a little easier. -
4-H alumna pursues Fisheries and Wildlife degree to combine passion for animals, conservation and the environment
Published on November 7, 2022
Lauren Emerick’s 4-H experience led her to pursue a degree combining her interest in animals and a desire to help tackle global environmental challenges. -
2022 Michigan 4-H State Award winners announced
Published on July 13, 2022
4-H members honored for their outstanding accomplishments in leadership, service and life skill development. -
Outstanding 4-H volunteers recognized with MFB 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Awards
Published on February 23, 2022
Two outstanding Michigan 4-H volunteers were honored with 2021-22 Michigan Farm Bureau (MFB) 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Awards Feb. 19 at MFB’s Growing Together Conference in Grand Rapids. -
Animal welfare at the fair: Water consumption
Published on July 22, 2021
Learn ways to keep animals drinking and hydrated during the fair.
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