The Dane County 4-H Small Animal Committee has organized in-person education meeting for youth interested in Rabbits and Cavies (Guinea Pigs). This educational event is open to all youth and is free.

This meeting will cover showmanship basics. If able, bring the animal you plan on showing at the Fair this year. 

Date: Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Time: 6:00-7:00pm

Location: Dane County 4-H Office, 5201 Fen Oak Drive, Madison

Register Here!

Cost: Free 

All youth welcome, you do not need to be in 4-H to attend. Youth in grades K-5 should be accompanied by an adult. Adults are welcome to accompany older youth, but not necessary. 

Complete one form for each youth attending

Registration link: https://forms.gle/d7qF7NGW55To4zux9

For those interested in showing at the Dane County Fair:

All youth who are interested in showing cavies and rabbits at the Dane County Fair are required to attend an education event related to the animal species they will show and must meet these educational requirements:

• List of approved Education Events on Dane County Fair Education Requirements Page
• Education Requirement Card – Complete this card after attending an education event or meeting during the dates of 6/16/24-6/15/25. The completed card must be uploaded to the ONLINE PORTAL. Education requirements must be met and submitted by June 15 at 11:59pm in order to show at the Dane County Fair.
• Complete Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) certificate between 9/1/2024-6/15/2025. YQCA is required for youth who will show swine at the Dane County Fair. Youth can complete this certification online anytime. There is a $12 fee for the online training. YQCA is designed as an annual education and certification program focused on food safety, animal well-being, and character awareness for youth ages 8 to 21. The program has been designed by extension specialists and national livestock program managers to ensure it is accurate, current, and relevant to the needs of the animal industry and shows and is appropriate for youth.