Here we can see, “Californian Rabbit”
Finally, after all the rabbits whose names aren’t based on their origins—the New Zealand, Himalayan, and Polish rabbits come to mind—we get to one called after its home! The Californian rabbit was developed as a fur and meat-producing rabbit in the United States in the early 1920s.
Since then, it has gained a reputation as a wonderful house rabbit and even a show rabbit on occasion. It doesn’t matter what the breeder originally planned to do with the Californians. They now have a lot of popularity because they are so easygoing and pleasant to be around.
In this post, we’ll go through the history and origins of the Californian rabbit breed, as well as offer some advice if you’re thinking about bringing one into your house.
In 1923, the first Californian-bred rabbits were born in Lynnwood, California. George S. West, a long-time New Zealand rabbit breeder, set out to create a rabbit that didn’t have the “woolly” trait that he saw in his New Zealand White litters.
At the market, these woolly rabbits wouldn’t command the same price as their flat-haired counterparts because rabbit fur was so commonly employed in the making of felt hats at the time. He eventually developed the bunny he was aiming for by experimenting with Himalayan and Standard Chinchilla rabbits.
The Californian was first recognised by the American Rabbit Breeders Association in 1939, and it quickly became a popular choice not just for meat and fur, but also as a pet and show animal. Its popularity in the United States has kept it as a well-respected breed even today.
User Questions
What is the lifespan of a Californian rabbit?
5 to 10 years
What is the size of a Californian rabbit?
Height
14 – 19 inches
WEIGHT
4535 – 5443 grams
What colours are the Californian Rabbits?
White
Is it possible for Californian rabbits to be completely white?
The Californian rabbit has a white body with black points that distinguish it from other rabbit breeds (the legs, nose, and ears). The “Himalayan gene,” which makes the rabbits virtually entirely albino save for their points, causes this colour pattern with black markings.
Do all Californian rabbits have red eyes?
The Himalayan, Florida White, and Californian are the three recognised rabbit breeds that are albino and always have red eyes.
Is it possible for white rabbits to have blue eyes?
They can have blue or brown eyes, or a combination of the two, or even marbled eyes. Check out this post by Old Garden House Rabbitry to learn more about the V gene and how to establish a breeding programme for BEW or Vienna marked rabbits.
Is it true that albino rabbits are uncommon?
Rabbits with either type of albinism are rare genetically because they require rabbits to inherit two copies of the c gene or two copies of the Vienna gene—one from each parent.
What is the price of a Californian rabbit?
If you wish to grow them as a pet, you may get them for $40 to $50 on average. You should buy them from a breeder if you want them for meat and breeding (to sell or keep a continuous supply of meat for your family). These might cost anything between $65 and $80 per person.
Is it true that rabbits enjoy being cuddled?
When approached properly, most rabbits enjoy being caressed and rubbed. Few people enjoy being hugged or carried because they feel insecure being so high off the ground. Nevertheless, many will cheerfully sit on your lap or snuggle up next to you for a cuddle.
What happens if a rabbit’s brother and sister have children?
If you’re wondering if it’s okay to breed full-sibling rabbits, the answer is yes. In reality, many rabbit breeders use this when they want to maintain their rabbit’s unique bloodline or when they only have a few possibilities.
Conclusion
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