Fur & Feathers Achievement

**New in Fresno County the Rabbit Achievement testing Opportunity**

Written test and skills test will be administered at the Small Animal Achievement Day~ April 13, 2024. Utilize below study guide for preparation and a chance to earn a custom small animal medal after completing both written and skills tests.

Follow link for access:  Rabbit Achievement Study Guide 2017 - Level 1

**Poultry Achievement Testing Opportunity- Levels 1 and 2**

Written test and skills test will be administered at the Small Animal Achievement Day~ April 13, 2024. Utilize below study guide for preparation and a chance to earn a custom small animal medal after completing both written and skills tests.

Links: Poultry Achievement Study Guide 2017- Level 1         Poultry Level II Supplemental Study Guide

Cats are a wonderful addition to a family and great companions for anyone living alone. They require minimal care but love attention. The 4-H cat project helps you explore what kind of cat fits into your family’s lifestyle.  Cats need your love and guidance to live long and healthy lives. The project will help you learn about nutritional aspects of a cat’s diet, health needs and practicing responsible ownership.

Take Your Project Further!

• Learn about cats service animals and the process of fostering and training one
• Job shadow at a local business (pet store, veterinary clinic, breeder or groomer) in a cat-related career that interests you
• Go to local and area cat shows, and explore the differences in cat breeds and the different ways they are shown
• Explore health safety issues with cats and the diseases cats have that might make humans ill
• Research all the kinds of parasites your cat might get, and find out how to protect yourself and your cat
• Explore what kind of restrictions and laws your community might have on cats
• Explore the uses and benefits of animal-assisted therapy
• Visit the zoo to compare and contrast wild and domestic cats             

  Applying Project Skills to Life

  Enhance Your Communication Skills

  • Give a demonstration on how to approach an unfamiliar cat safety
  • Demonstrate how to read cat food labels
  • Make community members aware of cat laws in your area through brochures or posters

  Get Involved in Citizenship and Service

  • Volunteer at a local animal shelter
  • Develop a plan to foster cats for deploying soldiers
  • Write a letter to your local paper about the importance of having cats spayed or neutered
  • Gather items such as cat food, cat toys, and brushes to donate to the animal shelter
  • Create new cat owner kits for the animal shelter to give out to anyone who adopts a cat   

Cat Project Flyer UCANR   WSU 4-H Cat Project Level 1 Study Guide  Curriculum available through Shop 4-H Mall          For level 1 testing at year end contact the 4-H Office (559) 241-7525