Step 4: Lift the rabbit and bring it in so its head is under your left armpit. Lower your left arm and bring that arm toward your abdomen so that the rabbit's head is hidden in your armpit and the rabbit's weight is completely resting on your left hand (figure 5).

Step 5: Lower you right hand to your side (figure 6). The above steps are for commercial breed rabbits. Recognized procedures for handling fancy breeds are also acceptable, such as:
Acceptable Fancy Breed Procedure: Lifting from the underside (figure 7). This handling and carrying method is recommended for small- or medium-sized rabbit breeds. It can also be used for breeds with delicate fur, such as satin and rex. Pick up the rabbit by placing the palm of your hand under its abdomen and lifting. You shouldn't disturb the animal's color pattern, markings or fur with this method, because the rabbit is not held very firmly.



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