Breeds of LuckyLapine
So your new to rabbits or new to guinea pigs, here is the right place. I'll do a quick go over of each breed, the RFA standard and some snippets of useful information. All breeds are in alphabetical order. For now you'll only see real pictures, I'll add the LL pictures once all of them have the new art.
*Note: All pictures belong to their respective owners.
*Note: All pictures belong to their respective owners.
Rabbits
American Fuzzy Lop
Introduced: 11/16/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 40 Body: 25 Head: 10 Eyes: 5 Ears: 20
RFA Accepted Varieties
Chestnut, Chinchilla, Chocolate Chestnut, Lynx, Opal, Squirrel, Pointed White, Blue Pointed White, Chocolate Pointed White, Lilac Pointed White, Black, Blue, Blue-Eyed White, Chocolate, Lilac, Red-Eyed White, Sable Point, Siamese Sable, Siamese Smoke Pearl, Seal Point, Blue Point, Tort, Blue Tort, Chocolate Tort, Lilac Tort, Black Fox, Blue Fox, Chocolate Fox, Lilac Fox, Sable Marten, Blue Sable Marten, Fawn, Orange and Steel. With or without broken markings.
The Fuzzy Lop is an American breed which started from Holland Lops and Angoras. Most "Fuzzies" are around 3-4lbs and are known for their sweet and playful personalities. They are a relatively new breed, being officially recognized in the ARBA in 1988.
Introduced: 11/16/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 40 Body: 25 Head: 10 Eyes: 5 Ears: 20
RFA Accepted Varieties
Chestnut, Chinchilla, Chocolate Chestnut, Lynx, Opal, Squirrel, Pointed White, Blue Pointed White, Chocolate Pointed White, Lilac Pointed White, Black, Blue, Blue-Eyed White, Chocolate, Lilac, Red-Eyed White, Sable Point, Siamese Sable, Siamese Smoke Pearl, Seal Point, Blue Point, Tort, Blue Tort, Chocolate Tort, Lilac Tort, Black Fox, Blue Fox, Chocolate Fox, Lilac Fox, Sable Marten, Blue Sable Marten, Fawn, Orange and Steel. With or without broken markings.
The Fuzzy Lop is an American breed which started from Holland Lops and Angoras. Most "Fuzzies" are around 3-4lbs and are known for their sweet and playful personalities. They are a relatively new breed, being officially recognized in the ARBA in 1988.
Belgian Hare
Introduced: 10/11/2013
RFA Standard
Fur: 15 Body: 60 Head: 15 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
Red Chestnut, Black, Black Tan, Red-Eyed White
The Belgian Hare is no hare at all, it is still a rabbit. The Hare is known to be very intelligent and extremely active. The breed originated in Belgium from crossing domestic and wild rabbits in hopes of making a good meat rabbit. The breed is quite rare today, partially due to its difficulty in breeding. Belgian Hares range from 6lbs -9lbs.
Introduced: 10/11/2013
RFA Standard
Fur: 15 Body: 60 Head: 15 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
Red Chestnut, Black, Black Tan, Red-Eyed White
The Belgian Hare is no hare at all, it is still a rabbit. The Hare is known to be very intelligent and extremely active. The breed originated in Belgium from crossing domestic and wild rabbits in hopes of making a good meat rabbit. The breed is quite rare today, partially due to its difficulty in breeding. Belgian Hares range from 6lbs -9lbs.
Britannia Petite
Introduced: 05/08/2013
RFA Standard
Fur: 15 Body: 40 Head: 10 Eyes: 20 Ears: 15
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Chocolate, Lilac, Blue, Agouti, Amber, Opal Lynx, Chinchilla, Squirrel, Red-Eyed White, Blue-Eyed White, Black Otter, Black Fox, Tortoise Shell, Blue Otter, Blue Fox, Chocolate Fox, Chocolate Otter, Lilac Otter, Lilac Fox, Black Himalayan, Blue Himalayan, Chocolate Himalayan, Lilac Himalayan, Steel, Sable Siamese, Smoke Pearl Siamese, Sable Marten, Smoke Pearl Marten, Orange, Fawn. With or without broken.
The Petite hails from England and is known as the "Polish" there. The US already had a Polish at this time so they got the Petite name. They are a very small full arch breed which generally weighs around 2 1/4lbs. They are known to be a very active and can be show offs on the table. They are also well known for their attitude.
Introduced: 05/08/2013
RFA Standard
Fur: 15 Body: 40 Head: 10 Eyes: 20 Ears: 15
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Chocolate, Lilac, Blue, Agouti, Amber, Opal Lynx, Chinchilla, Squirrel, Red-Eyed White, Blue-Eyed White, Black Otter, Black Fox, Tortoise Shell, Blue Otter, Blue Fox, Chocolate Fox, Chocolate Otter, Lilac Otter, Lilac Fox, Black Himalayan, Blue Himalayan, Chocolate Himalayan, Lilac Himalayan, Steel, Sable Siamese, Smoke Pearl Siamese, Sable Marten, Smoke Pearl Marten, Orange, Fawn. With or without broken.
The Petite hails from England and is known as the "Polish" there. The US already had a Polish at this time so they got the Petite name. They are a very small full arch breed which generally weighs around 2 1/4lbs. They are known to be a very active and can be show offs on the table. They are also well known for their attitude.
Dutch
Introduced: 08/09/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 10 Body: 50 Head: 25 Eyes: 10 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Blue, Blue Tort, Brown Gray, Chocolate, Chocolate Tort, Dilute Fawn, Steel, Orange, Pale Gray, Tortoise, Tri-color (White/Black/Orange), Tri-color (White/Chocolate/Orange), Steel. Must have dutch markings.
The Dutch is actually an English breed from the 1800s, so it is a very old breed. They are generally between 3-5lbs and lost popularity once the Dwarf breeds came into the picture. The Dutch is still in the top ten most popular breeds today and are known for being docile and great family pets.
Introduced: 08/09/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 10 Body: 50 Head: 25 Eyes: 10 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Blue, Blue Tort, Brown Gray, Chocolate, Chocolate Tort, Dilute Fawn, Steel, Orange, Pale Gray, Tortoise, Tri-color (White/Black/Orange), Tri-color (White/Chocolate/Orange), Steel. Must have dutch markings.
The Dutch is actually an English breed from the 1800s, so it is a very old breed. They are generally between 3-5lbs and lost popularity once the Dwarf breeds came into the picture. The Dutch is still in the top ten most popular breeds today and are known for being docile and great family pets.
Dwarf Hotot
Introduced: 07/06/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 10 Body: 10 Head: 30 Eyes: 40 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black and Chocolate Banded
Dwarf Hotots are a dwarf breed weighing under 3lbs and is pure white with bands around the eyes. The Dwarf Hotot has an interesting history, with two breeders who had two different strains which was then united to make the breed. The breeds used to make this wonderful breed were Blanc de Hotot, Dutch, and Netherland Dwarf. The Dwarf Hotot is known to be a friendly and active but also can be temperamental.
Introduced: 07/06/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 10 Body: 10 Head: 30 Eyes: 40 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black and Chocolate Banded
Dwarf Hotots are a dwarf breed weighing under 3lbs and is pure white with bands around the eyes. The Dwarf Hotot has an interesting history, with two breeders who had two different strains which was then united to make the breed. The breeds used to make this wonderful breed were Blanc de Hotot, Dutch, and Netherland Dwarf. The Dwarf Hotot is known to be a friendly and active but also can be temperamental.
English Angora
Introduced: 03/04/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 40 Body: 10 Head: 20 Eyes: 10 Ears: 20
RFA Accepted Varieties
Pointed White, Blue Himalayan, Chocolate Himalayan, Lilac Himalayan, Blue-Eyed White, Red-Eyed White, Chinchilla , Chocolate Chinchilla, Lilac Chinchilla, Squirrel, Copper, Chocolate Chestnut, Lynx, Opal, Black, Chocolate, Lilac, Blue, Frosty Black , Frosty Blue, Frosty Chocolate, Frosty Lilac, Siamese Sable, Seal, Smoke Pearl, Sable Point, Blue Tort, Chocolate Tort, Lilac Tort , Tortoise Shell, Silver Tipped Blue Steel, Silver Tipped Lilac Steel, Silver Tipped Chocolate Steel, Silver Tipped Black Steel, Gold Tipped Blue Steel, Gold Tipped Chocolate Steel, Gold Tipped Lilac Steel, Gold Tipped Black Steel , Cream, Fawn, Orange, Chocolate Harlequin, Blue Harlequin, Lilac Harlequin, Harlequin, Magpie, Blue Magpie, Chocolate Magpie, Lilac Magpie, Tri-Color (Black/White Magpie), Tri-Color (Blue/White Magpie), Tri-Color (Lilac/White Magpie), Tri-Color (Chocolate/White Magpie).
English Angoras are the smallest of the Angora rabbit family. They are usually around 6-8lbs when full grown and come in a wide variety of colors. This breed is compact and widely known since it has wool practically all over its body. These fluffballs are known as the clowns of the rabbit world and make sure to entertain their owners.
Introduced: 03/04/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 40 Body: 10 Head: 20 Eyes: 10 Ears: 20
RFA Accepted Varieties
Pointed White, Blue Himalayan, Chocolate Himalayan, Lilac Himalayan, Blue-Eyed White, Red-Eyed White, Chinchilla , Chocolate Chinchilla, Lilac Chinchilla, Squirrel, Copper, Chocolate Chestnut, Lynx, Opal, Black, Chocolate, Lilac, Blue, Frosty Black , Frosty Blue, Frosty Chocolate, Frosty Lilac, Siamese Sable, Seal, Smoke Pearl, Sable Point, Blue Tort, Chocolate Tort, Lilac Tort , Tortoise Shell, Silver Tipped Blue Steel, Silver Tipped Lilac Steel, Silver Tipped Chocolate Steel, Silver Tipped Black Steel, Gold Tipped Blue Steel, Gold Tipped Chocolate Steel, Gold Tipped Lilac Steel, Gold Tipped Black Steel , Cream, Fawn, Orange, Chocolate Harlequin, Blue Harlequin, Lilac Harlequin, Harlequin, Magpie, Blue Magpie, Chocolate Magpie, Lilac Magpie, Tri-Color (Black/White Magpie), Tri-Color (Blue/White Magpie), Tri-Color (Lilac/White Magpie), Tri-Color (Chocolate/White Magpie).
English Angoras are the smallest of the Angora rabbit family. They are usually around 6-8lbs when full grown and come in a wide variety of colors. This breed is compact and widely known since it has wool practically all over its body. These fluffballs are known as the clowns of the rabbit world and make sure to entertain their owners.
English Lop
Introduced: 07/22/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 15 Body: 10 Head: 20 Eyes: 5 Ears: 50
RFA Accepted Varieties
All colors and markings are accepted.
English Lops are considered to be the first lop made by man in England back in the 19th century. They are large rabbits, weighing around 10-11lbs. The ears on the English Lop average over 22" from tip to tip, many have longer ears than this. The record is 31" long. This breed tends to be sweet natured but can easily be skiddish if handled incorrectly.
Introduced: 07/22/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 15 Body: 10 Head: 20 Eyes: 5 Ears: 50
RFA Accepted Varieties
All colors and markings are accepted.
English Lops are considered to be the first lop made by man in England back in the 19th century. They are large rabbits, weighing around 10-11lbs. The ears on the English Lop average over 22" from tip to tip, many have longer ears than this. The record is 31" long. This breed tends to be sweet natured but can easily be skiddish if handled incorrectly.
English Spot
Introduced: 04/20/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 40 Body: 10 Head: 30 Eyes: 10 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Blue, Blue Tort, Chocolate, Chocolate Tort, Gold, Gray, Lilac, Lilac Tort and Tortoise. Must be spotted.
The English Spot was bred in England in the 19th century and is the product of selective breeding. It is believed to be one of the oldest fancy rabbits in the world. This breed is medium sized, ranging from 5-8lbs and is a full arch breed. This breed is considered quite active and needs daily exercise.
Introduced: 04/20/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 40 Body: 10 Head: 30 Eyes: 10 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Blue, Blue Tort, Chocolate, Chocolate Tort, Gold, Gray, Lilac, Lilac Tort and Tortoise. Must be spotted.
The English Spot was bred in England in the 19th century and is the product of selective breeding. It is believed to be one of the oldest fancy rabbits in the world. This breed is medium sized, ranging from 5-8lbs and is a full arch breed. This breed is considered quite active and needs daily exercise.
European Wild Rabbit
Introduced: 04/12/2013
RFA Standard
Fur: 35 Body: 35 Head: 20 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
Wild Agouti and Black
The European Wild Rabbit (EWR) is native to Europe and Africa but has been introduced all over the world. It has been known to cause devastating results in certain areas. The EWR is the first rabbit to be domesticated and is the root of all the domestic breeds today. Today they are hunted and considered a pest in some locations.
Introduced: 04/12/2013
RFA Standard
Fur: 35 Body: 35 Head: 20 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
Wild Agouti and Black
The European Wild Rabbit (EWR) is native to Europe and Africa but has been introduced all over the world. It has been known to cause devastating results in certain areas. The EWR is the first rabbit to be domesticated and is the root of all the domestic breeds today. Today they are hunted and considered a pest in some locations.
Flemish Giant
Introduced: 07/11/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 25 Body: 30 Head: 20 Eyes: 15 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Blue, Fawn, Sandy, REW, Light Gray & Steel Gray
The Giant was bred in Belgium and is descended from various European meat breeds. The Flemish Giant is the largest rabbit breed and can weigh over 20lbs. They are slow to mature but are great pets as they are extremely docile and tolerant. Today the Flemish Giant is very popular as a show rabbit, fur rabbit and even meat when raised as roasters or stewing.
Introduced: 07/11/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 25 Body: 30 Head: 20 Eyes: 15 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Blue, Fawn, Sandy, REW, Light Gray & Steel Gray
The Giant was bred in Belgium and is descended from various European meat breeds. The Flemish Giant is the largest rabbit breed and can weigh over 20lbs. They are slow to mature but are great pets as they are extremely docile and tolerant. Today the Flemish Giant is very popular as a show rabbit, fur rabbit and even meat when raised as roasters or stewing.
Himalayan
Introduced: 06/03/2014
RFA Standard
Fur: 5 Body: 55 Head: 25 Eyes: 5 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Blue, Chocolate and Lilac Himalyan
Himalayan rabbits are believed to be one of the first breeds of rabbits and their history is really unknown. They are very sensitive to temperature. Himi's are the only cylindrical typed breed and are shown stretched out in the US but not in other countries. The breed is known to be naturally docile and make great pets.
Introduced: 06/03/2014
RFA Standard
Fur: 5 Body: 55 Head: 25 Eyes: 5 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Blue, Chocolate and Lilac Himalyan
Himalayan rabbits are believed to be one of the first breeds of rabbits and their history is really unknown. They are very sensitive to temperature. Himi's are the only cylindrical typed breed and are shown stretched out in the US but not in other countries. The breed is known to be naturally docile and make great pets.
Holland Lop
Introduced: 07/11/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 30 Body: 5 Head: 30 Eyes: 5 Ears: 30
RFA Accepted Varieties
All colors are accepted providing they do not have charlie or vienna markings.
The Holland Lop is on of the most popular rabbit breeds in the world and comes in a very wide variety of color. The breed originated in the Netherlands and is the result of mixing Netherland Dwarfs, French Lops and English Lops. The breed weighs between 3--4lbs and were accepted by ARBA in 1979. Holland Lops are known for being great pets and have been said to have a doglike personality.
Introduced: 07/11/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 30 Body: 5 Head: 30 Eyes: 5 Ears: 30
RFA Accepted Varieties
All colors are accepted providing they do not have charlie or vienna markings.
The Holland Lop is on of the most popular rabbit breeds in the world and comes in a very wide variety of color. The breed originated in the Netherlands and is the result of mixing Netherland Dwarfs, French Lops and English Lops. The breed weighs between 3--4lbs and were accepted by ARBA in 1979. Holland Lops are known for being great pets and have been said to have a doglike personality.
Lionhead
Introduced: 04/08/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 25 Body: 25 Head: 30 Eyes: 10 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
All colors and markings are accepted.
Lionheads are a relatively new breed originating in Belgium. The breed was started by crossing the Miniature Swiss Fox and Belgian Dwarf, resulting in the "mane" gene. There are other reports of Netherland Dwarfs and Jersey Woolies being used as well. The Lionhead is still in the process of being accepted into ARBA but was recognized by the BRC in 2002. This breed has exploded in popularity because of the breeds sweet nature.
Introduced: 04/08/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 25 Body: 25 Head: 30 Eyes: 10 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
All colors and markings are accepted.
Lionheads are a relatively new breed originating in Belgium. The breed was started by crossing the Miniature Swiss Fox and Belgian Dwarf, resulting in the "mane" gene. There are other reports of Netherland Dwarfs and Jersey Woolies being used as well. The Lionhead is still in the process of being accepted into ARBA but was recognized by the BRC in 2002. This breed has exploded in popularity because of the breeds sweet nature.
Mini Rex
Introduced: 07/11/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 40 Body: 40 Head: 10 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Blue, Chocolate, Lilac, Castor, Fawn, Opal, Lynx, Orange, Chinchilla, Black Otter, Blue Otter, Chocolate Otter, Lilac Otter, Tortoise, Seal, Silver Marten-Black, Silver Marten-Blue, Silver Seal, Sable Point, Blue Sable Point, Himalayan, Blue Himalayan, Tri-color (White/Black/Orange), Tri-color (White/Chocolate/Orange), Tri-color (White/Blue/Fawn), Tri-color (White/Lilac/Fawn), Tri-Color (Black/White Magpie), Tri-Color (Chocolate/White Magpie), Harlequin, Chocolate Harlequin, Blue-Eyed White, Red-Eyed White in Self or Broken.
The Mini Rex comes from the United State and started from two Dwarf Rexes that were won at a convention. The breed was officially recognized in 1988. The breed is known for its velvet fur and small size. Mini Rex only weigh around 3-4.5lbs and make great pets. The breed is known for being quite docile and friendly.
Introduced: 07/11/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 40 Body: 40 Head: 10 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Blue, Chocolate, Lilac, Castor, Fawn, Opal, Lynx, Orange, Chinchilla, Black Otter, Blue Otter, Chocolate Otter, Lilac Otter, Tortoise, Seal, Silver Marten-Black, Silver Marten-Blue, Silver Seal, Sable Point, Blue Sable Point, Himalayan, Blue Himalayan, Tri-color (White/Black/Orange), Tri-color (White/Chocolate/Orange), Tri-color (White/Blue/Fawn), Tri-color (White/Lilac/Fawn), Tri-Color (Black/White Magpie), Tri-Color (Chocolate/White Magpie), Harlequin, Chocolate Harlequin, Blue-Eyed White, Red-Eyed White in Self or Broken.
The Mini Rex comes from the United State and started from two Dwarf Rexes that were won at a convention. The breed was officially recognized in 1988. The breed is known for its velvet fur and small size. Mini Rex only weigh around 3-4.5lbs and make great pets. The breed is known for being quite docile and friendly.
Netherland Dwarf
Introduced: 07/11/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 15 Body: 30 Head: 25 Eyes: 5 Ears: 25
RFA Accepted Varieties
All colors and markings are accepted.
The Netherland Dwarf is a very popular rabbit breed due to its small size. The breed originates in the Netherlands using both Polish and small wild rabbits. They were accepted into the ARBA in 1969. The breed stays under 3lbs and comes in a wide variety of colors. This breed tends to vary greatly with personality, so each individual is different.
Introduced: 07/11/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 15 Body: 30 Head: 25 Eyes: 5 Ears: 25
RFA Accepted Varieties
All colors and markings are accepted.
The Netherland Dwarf is a very popular rabbit breed due to its small size. The breed originates in the Netherlands using both Polish and small wild rabbits. They were accepted into the ARBA in 1969. The breed stays under 3lbs and comes in a wide variety of colors. This breed tends to vary greatly with personality, so each individual is different.
New Zealand
Introduced: 08/01/2013
RFA Standard
Fur: 25 Body: 45 Head: 15 Eyes: 5 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Blue, Red, Red-Eyed White. Broken Variants of these.
The New Zealand rabbit is actually of American origin. The breed is a larger breed, ranging from 9-12lbs and is widely used in the meat trade. New Zealands come in few colors and some are docile enough to be pets if handled early.
Introduced: 08/01/2013
RFA Standard
Fur: 25 Body: 45 Head: 15 Eyes: 5 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black, Blue, Red, Red-Eyed White. Broken Variants of these.
The New Zealand rabbit is actually of American origin. The breed is a larger breed, ranging from 9-12lbs and is widely used in the meat trade. New Zealands come in few colors and some are docile enough to be pets if handled early.
Norwegian Silver Fox
Introduced: 04/20/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 40 Body: 15 Head: 20 Eyes: 15 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black Silver only
More often known as Trønder rabbits, the Norwegian Silver Fox (NSF) is a rather rare and endangered breed. The breed was created in Norway between 1916-1918 and were mainly bred for meat at that time. Soon the smaller rabbits became more popular and the population plummeted. In the 90's a few conservationist started working to revive the breed. This breed is a large breed ranging from 8-10lbs and are only recognized in black silver. The breed is known to have a stubborn attitude but are still affectionate on their terms.
Introduced: 04/20/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 40 Body: 15 Head: 20 Eyes: 15 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black Silver only
More often known as Trønder rabbits, the Norwegian Silver Fox (NSF) is a rather rare and endangered breed. The breed was created in Norway between 1916-1918 and were mainly bred for meat at that time. Soon the smaller rabbits became more popular and the population plummeted. In the 90's a few conservationist started working to revive the breed. This breed is a large breed ranging from 8-10lbs and are only recognized in black silver. The breed is known to have a stubborn attitude but are still affectionate on their terms.
Standard Chinchilla
Introduced: 08/31/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 35 Body: 30 Head: 10 Eyes: 20 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
Chinchilla
The Standard Chinchilla is the smallest of the chinchilla breeds. The breed originates in France and is the product of crossing Himalayan, Beveran and Wild Rabbit. Standard Chins tend to make great pets, being the perfect medium size of 5-7lbs and having gentle and curious personalities.
Introduced: 08/31/2011
RFA Standard
Fur: 35 Body: 30 Head: 10 Eyes: 20 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
Chinchilla
The Standard Chinchilla is the smallest of the chinchilla breeds. The breed originates in France and is the product of crossing Himalayan, Beveran and Wild Rabbit. Standard Chins tend to make great pets, being the perfect medium size of 5-7lbs and having gentle and curious personalities.
Tan
Introduced: 08/13/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 10 Body: 55 Head: 20 Eyes: 10 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black Tan, Lilac Tan, Blue Tan, Chocolate Tan.
The Tan rabbit originally comes from England and was established in the 1800's. Tans are a medium breed, ranging from 4-6lbs and come in only four base colors. The breed is a full arch breed so they are quite active and their personalities range greatly depending on how they are handled.
Introduced: 08/13/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 10 Body: 55 Head: 20 Eyes: 10 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
Black Tan, Lilac Tan, Blue Tan, Chocolate Tan.
The Tan rabbit originally comes from England and was established in the 1800's. Tans are a medium breed, ranging from 4-6lbs and come in only four base colors. The breed is a full arch breed so they are quite active and their personalities range greatly depending on how they are handled.
Guinea Pigs
Abyssinian
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 45 Body: 25 Head: 15 Eyes: 10 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
The Abyssinian (Aby) has a total of eight small rosettes with a rough coat and should ideally be symmetrical.
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 45 Body: 25 Head: 15 Eyes: 10 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
The Abyssinian (Aby) has a total of eight small rosettes with a rough coat and should ideally be symmetrical.
Abyssinian Satin
Introduced: 02/14/2013
RFA Standard
Fur: 50 Body: 25 Head: 15 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
Introduced: 02/14/2013
RFA Standard
Fur: 50 Body: 25 Head: 15 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
American
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 30 Body: 35 Head: 25 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
The most popular of the guinea pig breeds, the American is also known as the English in other areas. It is smooth coated and sleek looking.
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 30 Body: 35 Head: 25 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
The most popular of the guinea pig breeds, the American is also known as the English in other areas. It is smooth coated and sleek looking.
American Satin
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 45 Body: 30 Head: 15 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 45 Body: 30 Head: 15 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
American White Crested
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 35 Body: 30 Head: 15 Eyes: 10 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
No broken, no white, only self colors with a white crest.
This breed is probably easiest to spot, it has one rosette on the forehead and it is always white in color. It is also a harder breed to raise due to the color restrictions.
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 35 Body: 30 Head: 15 Eyes: 10 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
No broken, no white, only self colors with a white crest.
This breed is probably easiest to spot, it has one rosette on the forehead and it is always white in color. It is also a harder breed to raise due to the color restrictions.
Coronet
Introduced 02/14/2013
RFA Standard
Fur: 50 Body: 20 Head: 20 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
The Coronet has the hair of a Silkie but also has a crest. The crest should be symmetrical and tight.
Introduced 02/14/2013
RFA Standard
Fur: 50 Body: 20 Head: 20 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
The Coronet has the hair of a Silkie but also has a crest. The crest should be symmetrical and tight.
Crested
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 35 Body: 30 Head: 15 Eyes: 10 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
The same as the White Crested but can come in any color.
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 35 Body: 30 Head: 15 Eyes: 10 Ears: 10
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
The same as the White Crested but can come in any color.
Peruvian
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 50 Body: 25 Head: 15 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
A long haired breed that has flowing hair. The Peruvian has a forelock.
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 50 Body: 25 Head: 15 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
A long haired breed that has flowing hair. The Peruvian has a forelock.
Silkie
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 50 Body: 25 Head: 15 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
The Silkie has long soft flowing hair with no forelock.
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 50 Body: 25 Head: 15 Eyes: 5 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
The Silkie has long soft flowing hair with no forelock.
Teddy
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 45 Body: 25 Head: 15 Eyes: 10 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
This breed is known for its rough, dense springy coat.
Introduced: 09/28/2012
RFA Standard
Fur: 45 Body: 25 Head: 15 Eyes: 10 Ears: 5
RFA Accepted Varieties
All
This breed is known for its rough, dense springy coat.