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Netherland Dwarf: The Netherland Dwarf is the smallest breed of rabbit, weighing in at only
2 pounds when full grown. It comes in a vast variety of colors. The Netherland Dwarf is
primarily a pet rabbit due to its small size and its baby bunny-like appearance. Males can be-
come dominant over much larger rabbits, but they can become tame for people.
Meat breeds
American Sable: The American Sable is a beautiful, dark brown rabbit with darker coloring
around the legs, ears, face, and tail. It weighs about 9 pounds when mature. The Sable makes
a good meat and pelt production rabbit.
Californian: The Californian rabbit is a large rabbit weighing 9 pounds when mature. It has
white fur, and its tail, feet, ears, and nose are black. It is a good meat production rabbit.
New Zealand: The New Zealand is a large, albino rabbit weighing about 10 pounds when
mature. Its name is misleading as it was developed in the United States. It is a common rabbit
used for meat and fur. It is also a popular animal used for scientific research purposes. The
visibility of the peripheral vasculature, or veins and arteries, in albino rabbits is advantageous
for the biomedical use of this rabbit. This rabbit has red, black, or white fur.
Fur breeds
Angora: The Angora breed has actually four different sub-breeds of rabbits: the English An-
gora, Satin Angora, the French Angora, and the Giant Angora. The English Angora, despite
its name, originated in Turkey. It comes in many colors and weighs about 6 pounds when ma-
ture. The Satin Angora has a silkier coat than the other types and weighs 7 pounds at maturity.
The French Angora is similar to the English Angora in color but is heavier. The Giant Angora
has the most fur of the Angoras. It weighs about 9 pounds when mature. All of these breeds
have been valued for their fine fur production.
Satin: This rabbit has a soft and shiny fur coat. It comes in many different colors. The Satin
weighs about 9 pounds when mature. In addition to having a great pelt, they make good meat
production rabbits.
Whichever breed you chose, you should purchase your rabbits carefully from a reputable
breeder. You can find a listing of these breeders from state or regional rabbit associations or
by attending rabbit shows and asking exhibitors for advice. The breeder should have careful
records on each rabbit that show its pedigree and its mother's and father's production records.
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