Smaller breeds mature faster then larger breeds such asa Rex and a Flemish Giant. They mature more around eight to twelve months old. A Netherland is more mature around four to six months.
clevername wrote:
Yeah, I read that they cost between $150 and $400 dollars roughly. I am not into showing her seriously, but I want her to be at least in prime condition for 4-H showing which is nothing in competition compared to arba shows lol thanks for the information.
I have never known of this cross to produce a Lionhead...I have had both breeds but never bred them together. I am not sure if you could show the offspring as a "working breed". :?
Clevername, thank you for the information. I heard that you were supposed to give them sunflower seeds...or is that just closer to show season? I wont be showing her perfessionally, just at fair but I would like her to look her best and keep her wool in prime condition just incase I do seriously...
I have a Angora that will be a year old in April. She is a solid chocolate. I traded her so I could use her for 4-H shows and as a pet (I was told that she was highly showable and had great wool density) However, I am not that great at judging Angoras lol I was wondering the following:
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Hi everyone! Its really fun posting on here! I also do this on horse forums, so its fun to do it for another animal that I am so passionate about lol. I do have pics, but I havent had time to post them yet. I will eventually, no worries :cool:
Fffarmergirl, it is definatly cold up here! We still had school in -25 degree weather. Going outside to do chores everyday in the morning isnt fun, but it is worth it. The English are definatly the cutest kind of Angora, I think lol. I used to have a chocolate Satin Angora and he was BEAUTIFUL...
fffarmergirl wrote:
I have been up to the UP twice in my life, and it is beautiful. haha yeah, the Pellston airport is the main attraction in Pellston, it is the only big thing there lol. I am glad there is someone up here that knows what its like to be experiencing the cold of the north LOL...
The woolies are one of the easiest breeds I know of to groom. With mats, just work them out with your fingers and then use a slicker or wide tooth comb. Just remember to do the belly and sides first and then the top. Usually, jrs (six months and under) have more of a cottany coat that needs a...