Small animal projects

Small animal projects provide opportunities for youth to develop responsibility, patience, and understanding by regularly caring for animals.

May 18

4-H Small Animal Workshops

7:00 am - 4:00 pm Canby, OR

May 21

May 2024 4-H Small Animal Advisory

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Oregon City, OR

Jun 18

June 2024 4-H Small Animal Advisory

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Oregon City, OR

Project resources

Animal Science Communications Contest: Flier for the 2024 Animal Science Communications Contest
April Small Animal Meeting Video: Here is a recording of the April 21 meeting for all small animal leaders. Catch up on the latest news and discussion.
Chicken Comb Tutorial: Video (9.3 min) Information and illustrations of the eight different comb types found in chickens
June Small Animal Meeting Video: Here is a recording of the June 16 meeting for small animal leaders. Catch up on the latest news and discussion.
Junior Livestock Auction Committee: A great resource if you are participating in the Clackamas County Junior Livestock Auction including weigh-in dates, rules, and quality assurance information.
Pigeon Wing Pattern Tutorial: Video (10.3 min.) Information about Pigeon wing pattern genetics with photos examples of each type.
Rabbit Fur Types: Video (10.5 min) Examples and information about the four fur types and in which breeds they are found.
Small Animal Advisory Documents: Clackamas County 4-H Small Animal Advisory minutes, etc.

Fair resources

Cat Judging Criteria: Judging criteria for Cat Fair
Small Animal Fair Contests: List of contests and descriptions of the activities for 2023 Clackamas County Fair

Learn about small animals

The Extension Service is a reliable source of research-based information on a variety of topics, including small animals. You can browse our resources on chickens, ducks, pigeons, rabbits, and other small animals.

View Extension small animal resources

OSU Extension Service

Clackamas County 4-H