Rabbit Breeds

The Netherland Dwarf Rabbit is a member of the Compact Body Type. Netherlands were first bred in the early 1900s in Netherlands. Their debut in the U.S was in the 1960s. Netherlands weight about 2 1/2 lbs. as adults. The head is small and round. The face is flat with large round eyes. Ears are […]

Himalayan Rabbits have the Cylindical Body Type, the only one in this category. While their origins are steeped in mystery, Himalayans are known by many names depending on where they come from – the Chinese, the Egyptian, the Russian, the Black Nose. They are one of the oldest breed of rabbit known. Himalayans were introduced […]

Developed in England in the 19th century, the English Lop is thought to be the first lop rabbit bred by man. It is also one of the oldest domestic breeds of rabbit. It is a member of the Smei-Arch Body Type. English Lops weigh about 11 lbs. full-grown. Life span is 5 years and more. […]

New Zealand Rabbits are Commercial Body Types with many bred for meat. New Zealands are large, weighing 9-12 lbs. full grown. The females (does) are heavier than the males (bucks). Their bodies are round and large with large heads. Does have longer faces than bucks. Ears are about 6 inches long. In spite of their […]

Another Commercial Body Type is the beautiful Silver Marten Rabbit. Less than 100 years old, the Silver Marten was recognized as a breed in the 1920s. Silver Martens are an American breed, a result of crossings between the Tan and Chinchilla breeds of rabbit. They weigh about 6-9 lbs. fully grown. Their round bodies are […]

The Tan Rabbit is another Full Arch Body Type. Tans originated in England and have been seen roaming the countryside since the 1800s. They were often referred to as the “Aristocrat of the Fancy.” Tans have a distinctive coat color earning them references to a Doberman‘s coloring. They are available in 4 colors: black, blue, […]

Polish Rabbits are much like Netherlands with small round heads and round bodies. As adults they weigh about 2 1/2 – 3 1/2 lbs. Their ears are a bit longer than the Netherlands and they touch up to the tip. Cheeks are full. Eyes are large and expressive. Coat colors are white with any other […]

Flemish Giant Rabbits have been known to be bred as far back as the 16th century in Belgium. They were imported to the U.S. in the late 19th century. Due to their size and disposition, they have become one of the more popular breeds of rabbit. Flemish Giants weigh about 14-18 lbs. as adults. They […]

English Spot Rabbits are Full Arch Body Types. They were developed in England in the mid-19th century. They were first imported to the United States in 1910. English Spots have very distinctive coat markings. The area around the nose has the appearance of a butterfly. They have cheek spots and solid color circles around both […]