Breed Facts
| Breed Slogan | Majestic Beauty of the Ages |
| Showroom Varities | Black, Blue, Chocolate, Lilac |
| Weight | Junior Weight: Minimum weight 1.25 pounds Senior: 2.5 – 4.5 pounds, ideal weight 3.5 pounds |
| Appearance | Himalayan rabbits are the only cylindrical breed. They have white fur and are colored at the points. When shown, they are stretched out as far as possible. |
| Coat Type | Himalyans have flyback fur |
| General Personality | Himalayan’s are one of the most docile rabbit breeds. Many chilren use them for rabbit showmanship. |
ARBA Schedule of Points
| General Type….41 | Body Head Ears |
31 5 5 |
| Fur………………..10 | ||
| Body Color…………..3 | ||
| Markings……41 | Head Ears Front Feet & Legs Hind Feet & Legs Tail |
10 10 8 10 3 |
| Condition……………5 | ||
| TOTAL POINTS….100 |
Breed History
| Country of Orgin | Himalayan Mountains |
| Founder | Unknown |
| Brief History | Himalayans are one of the oldest breeds of rabbits. They have been in the Himalayan Mountain regions for many years. They are in more regions of the world than any other breed of rabbit. Ron Smelt of California developed the chocolate and lilac varieties. |
| Year of ARBA Acceptance | |
| Conservation Status | Himalayans are currently not at risk |
Recommended Breeders
| National Club | American Himalayan Rabbit Association |
| Regional Clubs | |
| Local/State Clubs |
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Rob Usakowski
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