By Asst Editor Amanda C, on August 1st, 2011
Rex Rabbit Breed variations:
Dwarf Rex rabbit with puppy
The following are some variations of the Rex Rabbit Breed. Some are of commercial value while others are not due to rabbit size, fur length etc, that is further explained under the title of each type of Rex Breed. Please also see other Informed . . . → Read More: Rex Rabbit Breed Variations
By Asst Editor Amanda C, on August 1st, 2011
More Rex Rabbit Breed variations:
The following are some variations of the Rex Rabbit Breed. Some are of commercial value while others are not due to rabbit size, fur length etc, that is further explained under the title of each type of Rex Breed. Please also see other Informed Farmers Articles; The Standard Rex, . . . → Read More: More Rex Rabbit Breed Variations
By Asst Editor Amanda C, on July 27th, 2011
Mini Rex breed origins:
Mini Rex Rabbit
In 1988 the breed was recognised by the American Rabbit Breeders’ Association. In Australia the breed was probably started by Theresa Piggotti in 1990. The first Mini Rex here were bred from Netherland Dwarfs and standard Rex so tended to look a bit Neth. but the . . . → Read More: Characteristics of Rex Rabbit Breeds
By Asst Editor Amanda C, on July 27th, 2011
History and origin:
Rex Rabbit
The Standard Rex is a variety of rabbit recognized by its soft fur that is often described as having a velvety texture. The breed originated in France in 1919 as the result of a recessive genetic mutation leading to guard hairs that are no longer than the undercoat. . . . → Read More: Standard Rex Rabbit
By Asst Editor Amanda C, on July 20th, 2011
Identifying a Flemish Giant Rabbit:
A Flemish Giant measuring 98cm (or 3'3'') long
Flemish Giant Rabbit is the largest breed of rabbit recognized in Australia. The bucks should not weigh less than 12 lb nor the does less than 12 lb. In shows however, animals under these weights but over six months of . . . → Read More: Flemish Giant Rabbit
By Asst Editor Amanda C, on July 20th, 2011
Breeding and History:
Nest building
The Dutch rabbit, together with the English, are the most popular of the fancy breeds. The origin of the breed is again rather obscure, but there is little doubt that they, or their immediate progenitors originated in Holland. During the1830′s there was some export to this . . . → Read More: Dutch Rabbit
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