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Overview

Is a Rex breed by show class. Small in size. Short coated and mainly bred for pelts and pets.

Standards

Ring Size B

 

Mini Rex Bred By & Photo Courtesy Of Pauline Taylor: "Eban"

The Mini Rex Rabbit is intended to be a standard Rex Rabbit in every way possible except in size. It should be judged to the general standard of the Rex in all its various colour with the exception of size, which shall be approximately half that of the Standard Rex.

Faults

As for Standard Rex

Disqualifications

As for Standard Rex, and any rabbit with Netherland Dwarf features.

Weight Minimum Ideal Maximum
Adult   1.7kg 2.041kg
u/5     1.7kg
  • Fur – To be approximately 1.27cm (1/2in) length. Fine silky texture, free from harshness and woolliness, intensely dense, smooth and level over the whole body, of a lustrous sheen, firm and plush-like character and devoid of projecting guard hairs.
  • Type – Well proportioned and graceful carriage with the body sloping gently up to well rounded quarters, set on strong hind legs. Medium bone. Head bold and broad, ears erect and to be in proportion to the body, dewlap should not be excessive, eyes and toenails should preferably match body colour.
  • Accepted Colours:

Refer to colour descriptions of the Standard Rex.

For a full run down on points for judging please purchase a copy of the standards from RCNZ via contact us or from the order form in the Bulletin

Registered Breeder 2009-2010

Auckland

Pauline Taylor - Taylormaid - Colours -  Black, Havana, Chocolate Otter Ermine, Black Otter -  Website http://taylormaid2.tripod.com/

Taranaki

MartyCooper, Westhaven - 463 Otauto, Road R.D.1, Patea, Taranaki westhaven@xnet.co.nz

 
 
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