How is a junior rabbit defined?

A junior rabbit is defined as one that is less than 6 months old. This classification is important in rabbit breeding and showing because different age categories can determine eligibility for competitions and the standards that must be met. Rabbits that fall into the junior category are usually still developing both physically and behaviorally, which can affect their performance and appearance in show situations.

Understanding the age classifications helps exhibitors know how to prepare their rabbits for show based on their developmental stage. In this context, the junior classification is typically used to encourage breeders to better manage the growth and health of their rabbits before they reach maturity, which occurs after the six-month mark.