The 2019 show season is gearing up, and after a quick Christmas visit to Mom's barn, I'm happy to report that Quarry Ridge will have plenty of rabbits to fill the classes at our favorite shows. Though most of the does that attended the ARBA Convention in Massachusetts have been bred, some of the younger Foxes will continue on the show trail through the next big competition--PASRBA! The first major convention of the year, the Pennsylvania State Rabbit Breeders Association Convention in Mom's hometown of Lebanon, Pennsylvania, is the BIGGEST rabbit show on the east coast. It's held every February, and despite the inevitable snow and sleet, hundreds of breeders brave the elements, bringing their newest show entries to test the waters before tackling Spring Nationals. If there was an official rabbit Triple Crown for east coast breeders, PASRBA Convention would be the first jewel in that crown. Depending on her coat quality leading up to the big weekend, it looks like Somme will get another crack at winning a Fur title. I'm hoping that Legacy can make a repeat on the Best in Show front (Silver Fox have never been competitive on that front at PASRBA, maybe this year is the year?) The big honcho himself, Ray of Light, is also looking prime for a return to glory. I'm sure he would like to contest the other bucks for a Best in Breed award, so he'll likely make the trip up North. But, to me, it will be the debut of the four following summer babies that will be the most interesting QR entries. I have a feeling that they're going to do quite well! Funck's MakitoI'm not afraid to be biased--this boy is my favorite. He looks so much like a clone of Pierce, it's uncanny. The only difference is that this boy has Midori's super fur gene. Makito was shown once this past Fall before Convention at a local show, and was awarded a BOS leg as a very young junior. Now, he's even more filled out and is looking to make an impact at PASRBA. His type is my preference of style--rounded and full to the table with no sharp peaks over the hip. He still has a month to put on more muscling over his loin, so he'll start his morning exercise regimen just like our past champion bucks completed--play time hopping in the garden! |
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