Bettty Chu Betty Chu, a professor emeritus at San Jose State University, told The Huffington Post that she breeds her own Angora rabbits to display at shows.

Betty Chu Chu, who has won numerous competitions, said she uses a dog blower to fluff up the wool, which can get as long as 10 or more inches. "The rabbit itself is only about six or seven pounds," she said.

Betty Chu Chu said scissors are the proper tool used to cut the wool from the rabbits, and that they aren't harmed during the process.

Betty Chu The wool will grow back, usually at the rate of one inch a month, according to Chu.

Betty Chu The extra wool can be used for spinning, knitting, and crocheting.