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Rabbit Breeds - New Zealand
Breed Facts
| Breed Slogan | The Breed in the Lead |
| Showroom Varieties | Black, Broken, Red, White |
| Weight | Junior Weight: Minimum 4.5 pounds, Maximum 9.0
pounds |
| Appearance | New Zealands are a medium to large sized meaty type rabbit. |
| Coat Type | New Zealands have flyback fur |
| General Personality |
ARBA Schedule of Points
| General Type....60 | Hindquarters | 20 |
| Fur.................15 | ||
| Color...............15 | ||
| Condition...........10 | ||
| TOTAL POINTS....100 |
Breed History
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Founder | W.S. Preshaw |
| Brief History of New Zealands | The breed, despite its name, was founded in the United State. It was created to be a commercial rabbit with both and meat and fur qualities. It is believed that Belgian Hares, Angoras and possibly other white breeds were used in the creation of this breed. Several strains of the breed occurred simultaneously throughout the country. |
| Year of ARBA Acceptance | 1920's |
| Conservation Status | New Zealands are not at risk. |
Recommended Breeders
Breed Links
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| Local/State/Regional Clubs |