ARBA (The American Rabbit Breeders Association) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion, development, and improvement of domestic rabbits.
Here are some breeds of rabbits recognized by ARBA, plus possible breed diseases. Come and find out if your baby is on the list!
1. American Rabbit
The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy considers the American Rabbit a rare breed and lists it as a critical breed.
This breed has a very quiet temperament, which makes it an excellent breed.
American rabbits come in blue and white varieties. Maximum weight 12 pounds. (about 5.5kg)
Common Breed Diseases: Large in size, but with the same bone density as other bunnies, their bodies age relatively faster.
2. American Chinchilla Rabbit
In 1919, a British exhibitor exhibited Chinchilla rabbits at the New York Exposition, which were sold to Edward H. Stahl and Jack Harris, and the rest is history.
The breed and variety of Chinchilla rabbits around the world are developing faster than other native rabbit breeds.
The most prolific American chinchillas are the rarest of all chinchilla breeds.
Maximum weight 12 pounds. (about 5.5kg)
Common Breed Diseases: Large in size, but with the same bone density as other bunnies, their bodies age relatively faster.
3. American Longhaired Lop
In 1989, the American Longhaired Lop became a recognized breed, known for its drooping ears, large head, and woolly coat. Mild and energetic, the American Longhair Lop is popular with novice and seasoned exhibitors alike.
Maximum weight 4 pounds (about 1.8kg)
Common breed diseases: Lop-eared rabbits are almost prone to otitis because their ears are covered, there is no ventilation, and the ear canal is turned. These often cause some ear canal inflammation, abscess, and other problems
4. Brown Cream Rabbit
While there are six varieties of cream rabbits, ARBA recognizes only three: champagne, cream, and the latest recognized breed of cream rabbit: Brun. With its thick, smooth, silky fur and dark chocolate brown undertones, the Brown Cream Rabbit is a beautiful and eye-catching animal.
Charmaine Wardrop successfully showcased this breed at the 92nd ARBA Convention in Portland, Oregon, and it has joined the ranks of the superb Frost Rabbit that holds a unique place in the hearts of breeders around the world.
5. Belgian Hare
The Belgian Hare is one of the oldest rabbit breeds in the United States, with its origins dating back to the 1880s.
They were developed in Eastern Europe in the early 18th century by breeding together a selected wild breed of rabbits with domestic rabbits.
The Belgian Hare has a very unique, light, and graceful body and is very noticeable on the exhibition table. - Maximum weight 9.5 pounds .(about 4.3kg)
6. Then Warren Rabbit
The Beware Rabbit has a long history in Europe. It was first crossed from Brabanconne, St. Nicolas Blue, and Blue Vienna in Beveren, Belgium in the 19th century.
Although not very common in the United States, the Beagle has attracted a large and loyal following because of its active, energetic personality. They are available in black, blue, and white. - Maximum weight 12 pounds (about 5.5kg).
Common Breed Diseases: Large in size, but with the same bone density as other bunnies, their bodies age relatively faster.
