Barley is a foliage that many breeds of rabbits love. Many of you know that barley is often times used in some types of "heavy beers".
However did you know that 7% of the entire barley crop in all of Ireland goes into the production of one thing! Making Guinness Beer?
History of Ralph's Rabbit Ranch
Friday, April 19, 2013
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Long Over due Update from The Ranch
Sorry it has been so long since we last made a post on this blog. As many of you are aware it has been a very cold and protracted winter and we were just so busy keeping the herd warm and healthy.
But now it is time to prepare for the upcoming spring and summer. You won't believe how many construction projects we have planned for this year that are all on hold because of the weather. We are all hoping that over the next few weeks the weather will turn good so we can finally get back to making Ralph's Rabbit Ranch one of the most efficient and productive rabbit ranches in the country.
To keep the rabbits busy and happy over the past few months Tammy has been spending countless hours getting them use to the water. Once the ice melts on the Flambeau river we will give the herd access to the water.
Once they are in the river we will start selecting those bucks and does that we think will be good candidates for the 2013 swim teams. Last year was are first entry into competitive swimming and we were proud of the efforts the rabbits put forth even though we did not win any major events down in St Louis last summer
You may remember we opened our rabbit swim classes up to the public last summer so people could come out and watch and the response was phenomenal. It was amazing how many families came out to see the rabbits swim. So as you can imagine we will be opening up our rabbits swim time to the public this year as well.
People are always so surprised to learn that rabbits take to water just like ducks take to water - except rabbits don't quack. Here are a few recent pictures of Tammy showing how she teaches the rabbits how to swim. Please note that for obvious safety reasons Tammy always requires the rabbits to wear a personal life preserver until she feels confident they can swim a few laps in the pool on their own.
Here is Tammy placing Spencer one of our big bucks in the water. Does he look excited?
With in a few minutes you can see how Spencer really begins to enjoy the water.
But now it is time to prepare for the upcoming spring and summer. You won't believe how many construction projects we have planned for this year that are all on hold because of the weather. We are all hoping that over the next few weeks the weather will turn good so we can finally get back to making Ralph's Rabbit Ranch one of the most efficient and productive rabbit ranches in the country.
To keep the rabbits busy and happy over the past few months Tammy has been spending countless hours getting them use to the water. Once the ice melts on the Flambeau river we will give the herd access to the water.
Once they are in the river we will start selecting those bucks and does that we think will be good candidates for the 2013 swim teams. Last year was are first entry into competitive swimming and we were proud of the efforts the rabbits put forth even though we did not win any major events down in St Louis last summer
You may remember we opened our rabbit swim classes up to the public last summer so people could come out and watch and the response was phenomenal. It was amazing how many families came out to see the rabbits swim. So as you can imagine we will be opening up our rabbits swim time to the public this year as well.
People are always so surprised to learn that rabbits take to water just like ducks take to water - except rabbits don't quack. Here are a few recent pictures of Tammy showing how she teaches the rabbits how to swim. Please note that for obvious safety reasons Tammy always requires the rabbits to wear a personal life preserver until she feels confident they can swim a few laps in the pool on their own.
Here is Tammy placing Spencer one of our big bucks in the water. Does he look excited?
Thursday, February 21, 2013
Animal Trivia # 5 Elephants
Most people know that rabbits are mammals; small mammals.
Most people also know that the elephant is the largest "land mammal". But what very few people know is that unlike the legs of a rabbit - all four legs of an elephant bend forward in the same direction. No other quadruped mammal on the entire planet has four legs that move in this fashion.
Most people also know that the elephant is the largest "land mammal". But what very few people know is that unlike the legs of a rabbit - all four legs of an elephant bend forward in the same direction. No other quadruped mammal on the entire planet has four legs that move in this fashion.
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Rabbit Fact # 12
Rabbit meat is one of the best white meats available on the market today. It has a high percentage of easily digestible protein and contains the least amount of fat among all other available meets.
Friday, February 15, 2013
Animal Trivia # 1 Dragon Flies
Did you know that a dragonfly has a lifespan of just approximately 24 hours?
Monday, February 11, 2013
Rabbit Fact # 11
The ratio of meat to bone on a rabbit is high. This means there is more edible meat on the carcass of a rabbit than there is on a chicken
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Rabbit Fact # 10
Most people don't know this but rabbits are one of the most productive domestic livestock animals. Rabbits will produce 6 pounds of meat on the same amount of feed and water that it takes a cow to produce just 1 pound of meat.
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Always Dress Appropriately - We Do
Visitors who come out to the ranch are often amazed to find that we all wear uniforms to work. The handles, the breeders, the feeders and the office staff all wear a special Rabbit Ranch uniform. Below is a story that illustrates why it is important for everyone to dress appropriately for work.
Years ago a naval vessel was out at sea and the Captain was abruptly awakened by his first mate who was yelling "Captain, Captain there’s a Spanish galleon rapidly approaching". The Captain jumped out of bed and raced to the deck. Sure enough there on the horizon was a large Spanish galleon heading straight for his ship.
"Quick” shouted the Captain, to his first mate “run down to my quarters and bring me my red silk shirt." "Captain” cried the new first mate "now is not the time to worry about how you look". Again the Captain barked - "Go to my quarters you fool and get my red silk shirt – now don't argue with me". Reluctantly, the first mate ran down to the Captain's quarters and returned with the Captain’s red silk shirt. The Captain removed his white shirt and put on his red silk shirt.
Within minutes a battled ensued with the Spanish ship. Bullets and cannon balls flew everywhere and after several minutes the Spanish galleon broke off its attack. The crew turned to their Captain and let out a mighty cheer. After the jubilation subsided the first mate approached the Captain and apologized for his hesitancy in following his order but asked “Captain, why was it so important you wore a red silk shirt during the battle”?
The Captain replied, I am the leader of this vessel and the crew depends. Had I have been hit by a stray bullet or struck by a piece shrapnel blood may have seeped out on my white shirt. If members of the crew had seen their leader bleeding they may have lost their courage and will to fight. They may have given up and we could have easily lost this battle.
However, if I were hit and bled while wearing this red silk shirt none of the men would have never known I was hit. They would have continued to fight with valor until their death. “Wow” said the first mate “I never thought of that Captain. I promise I will never question your orders again”.
A few days later the first mate again ran down to the Caption’s quarters and announced “Captain, Captain there is a French Frigate headed towards us and she’s a big one Captain, the biggest frigate I have ever seen.
The Captain ran up to the deck and clearly saw the silhouette of frigate on the horizon; she was indeed a big one, the biggest frigate the Captain had ever seen. All of her 16 guns were manned and she was sailing straight for them. “Captain what should we do?” asked the first mate. “Quick, run downstairs to my quarters and bring me back my dark brown pants” was his reply.
Years ago a naval vessel was out at sea and the Captain was abruptly awakened by his first mate who was yelling "Captain, Captain there’s a Spanish galleon rapidly approaching". The Captain jumped out of bed and raced to the deck. Sure enough there on the horizon was a large Spanish galleon heading straight for his ship.
"Quick” shouted the Captain, to his first mate “run down to my quarters and bring me my red silk shirt." "Captain” cried the new first mate "now is not the time to worry about how you look". Again the Captain barked - "Go to my quarters you fool and get my red silk shirt – now don't argue with me". Reluctantly, the first mate ran down to the Captain's quarters and returned with the Captain’s red silk shirt. The Captain removed his white shirt and put on his red silk shirt.
Within minutes a battled ensued with the Spanish ship. Bullets and cannon balls flew everywhere and after several minutes the Spanish galleon broke off its attack. The crew turned to their Captain and let out a mighty cheer. After the jubilation subsided the first mate approached the Captain and apologized for his hesitancy in following his order but asked “Captain, why was it so important you wore a red silk shirt during the battle”?
The Captain replied, I am the leader of this vessel and the crew depends. Had I have been hit by a stray bullet or struck by a piece shrapnel blood may have seeped out on my white shirt. If members of the crew had seen their leader bleeding they may have lost their courage and will to fight. They may have given up and we could have easily lost this battle.
However, if I were hit and bled while wearing this red silk shirt none of the men would have never known I was hit. They would have continued to fight with valor until their death. “Wow” said the first mate “I never thought of that Captain. I promise I will never question your orders again”.
A few days later the first mate again ran down to the Caption’s quarters and announced “Captain, Captain there is a French Frigate headed towards us and she’s a big one Captain, the biggest frigate I have ever seen.
The Captain ran up to the deck and clearly saw the silhouette of frigate on the horizon; she was indeed a big one, the biggest frigate the Captain had ever seen. All of her 16 guns were manned and she was sailing straight for them. “Captain what should we do?” asked the first mate. “Quick, run downstairs to my quarters and bring me back my dark brown pants” was his reply.
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Rabbit Fact # 9
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Guard of The Tomb
This post has absolutely nothing to do with the Rabbit Ranch however it has everything to do with being an American. A friend of mine shared it with me and I thought the least I could do is share it with you with Veterans Day rapidly approaching.
If you enjoy this post will you please take a moment to let me know. Either send me an email at ralpshrabbitranch@gmail.com or go to our new facebook page and "like" us http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ralphs-Rabbit-Ranch/311702745573708?ref=hl
Thank You.
As very interest read
Most of us are aware there is monument in Washington DC to pay homage to the unknown soldiers who died fighting in an American battle. Most refer to this monument as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier; however its official name, as designated by Congress, is the Tomb of the Unknowns.
To help appreciate and understand this monument here is an interesting fact you might want to read.
As Hurricane Isabelle approached the east coast back in 2003 members of the Senate and House scurried to evacuate Washington DC and for the first time in history the military sentinels assigned to Guard The Tomb were given permission to suspend the assignments and evacuate the city.
Every guard respectfully declined, they all volunteered to stay and man their posts. Subjected to hurricane force winds and hit with pelting rain the guards continued to march. Their refusal to suspend their duties meant The Tomb has been continuously guarded 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, since it was inaugurated back in 1930.
If you enjoyed that fact you might enjoy this trivia as well.
The military personnel who apply for Tomb Guard Duty must be between 5' 10' and 6' 2' tall and have a waist size that does not exceed 30 inches
Individuals selected for this assignment must serve a 2 year tour of duty. During this two year assignment all guards take an oath not to drink any alcohol on or off duty
Newly assigned guards are required to study and memorize the 175 notable people laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery. Among the notables interned at Arlington are President Taft, Medal of Honor winner Audie L. Murphy, the most decorated soldier of WWII, and Joe Lewis the great American boxer
Guards are assigned shoes that have specially made thick soles to keep the heat and cold from affecting their feet. Each shoe also has a metal heel plates that extends to the top of the shoe to ensure a loud, distinctive click is made when the guards come to a halt
Every guard is required to wear gloves while on duty. All guards wet their gloves before reporting to duty to prevent them from losing their grip on the rifle they carry
Guards take 21 steps to cross the tomb – the 21 steps allude to a twenty-one gun salute
After walking across the Tomb the guards execute an “about-face” then wait 21 seconds before they begin their return walk back across the tomb
Guards carry their rifles on the shoulder facing away from the tomb. After walking across The Tomb and executing their “about-face” guards move their rifles to the outside shoulder
During the summer month’s guards change shifts every 30 minutes; during the winter months every hour
The Tomb is guarded twenty-four hours a day - 365 days a year
When guards successfully complete their two year assignment as a sentinel they are awarded a special lapel pin – a Wreath - to signify they served as a
Guard Of The Tomb.
If you enjoy this post will you please take a moment to let me know. Either send me an email at ralpshrabbitranch@gmail.com or go to our new facebook page and "like" us http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ralphs-Rabbit-Ranch/311702745573708?ref=hl
Thank You.
As very interest read
Most of us are aware there is monument in Washington DC to pay homage to the unknown soldiers who died fighting in an American battle. Most refer to this monument as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier; however its official name, as designated by Congress, is the Tomb of the Unknowns.
To help appreciate and understand this monument here is an interesting fact you might want to read.
As Hurricane Isabelle approached the east coast back in 2003 members of the Senate and House scurried to evacuate Washington DC and for the first time in history the military sentinels assigned to Guard The Tomb were given permission to suspend the assignments and evacuate the city.
Every guard respectfully declined, they all volunteered to stay and man their posts. Subjected to hurricane force winds and hit with pelting rain the guards continued to march. Their refusal to suspend their duties meant The Tomb has been continuously guarded 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, since it was inaugurated back in 1930.
If you enjoyed that fact you might enjoy this trivia as well.
The military personnel who apply for Tomb Guard Duty must be between 5' 10' and 6' 2' tall and have a waist size that does not exceed 30 inches
Individuals selected for this assignment must serve a 2 year tour of duty. During this two year assignment all guards take an oath not to drink any alcohol on or off duty
Newly assigned guards are required to study and memorize the 175 notable people laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery. Among the notables interned at Arlington are President Taft, Medal of Honor winner Audie L. Murphy, the most decorated soldier of WWII, and Joe Lewis the great American boxer
Guards are assigned shoes that have specially made thick soles to keep the heat and cold from affecting their feet. Each shoe also has a metal heel plates that extends to the top of the shoe to ensure a loud, distinctive click is made when the guards come to a halt
Every guard is required to wear gloves while on duty. All guards wet their gloves before reporting to duty to prevent them from losing their grip on the rifle they carry
Guards take 21 steps to cross the tomb – the 21 steps allude to a twenty-one gun salute
After walking across the Tomb the guards execute an “about-face” then wait 21 seconds before they begin their return walk back across the tomb
Guards carry their rifles on the shoulder facing away from the tomb. After walking across The Tomb and executing their “about-face” guards move their rifles to the outside shoulder
During the summer month’s guards change shifts every 30 minutes; during the winter months every hour
The Tomb is guarded twenty-four hours a day - 365 days a year
When guards successfully complete their two year assignment as a sentinel they are awarded a special lapel pin – a Wreath - to signify they served as a
Guard Of The Tomb.
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