Mini Rex
Міні Рекс
Fur / Pelt
Fancy / Show
Pet
Recognition:
ARBA
BRC
Developed in the United States (Texas) in the late 1980s by crossing standard Rex rabbits with smaller breeds. ARBA-recognised 1986.
Quick facts
- Size group
- Small
- Purpose
- Show
- Buck weight
- 1.4–1.9 kg
- Doe weight
- 1.6–2 kg
- Adult weight
- 1.8 kg
- Litter (avg)
- 4 kits
- Meat yield
- 50%
- Slaughter age
- 16 weeks
- Coat
- rex
- Body type
- compact
- Ears
- erect
- Origin
- US
- Recognised
- 1986
Colours
20+ varieties
Temperament
friendly
active
Notable facts
The fur is exceptionally soft because the guard hairs are the same length as the undercoat, creating a velvet-like texture.
Breeding recommendations
- Very low maintenance; hand-grooming preferred over brushing.
- Generally docile and friendly, but highly active and curious.
- Extremely prone to ulcerative pododermatitis; solid floors or mats mandatory.
- Enjoys interactive play; tunnels and hiding spots essential.
- Pet/show only — limited meat utility.
