How much does a rex rabbit weigh?

The Rex rabbit has short, soft fur that points out instead of against their bodies, making this breed super plushy. One glimpse is enough for you to know that you are dealing with a majestic Rex rabbit. The Rex rabbit has a commercial-sized body type and can weigh anywhere between 7.5 and 10.5 lbs. once fully grown.

When did the Rex Rabbit come to the US?

The Rex was first imported to the United States in 1924 following the Paris International Rabbit Show by American rabbit pioneer John C. Fehr and his partner Alfred Zimmerman . Many genes contribute to the Standard Rex breed. The definition of the breed is maintained by ARBA and the British Rabbit Council (BRC).

Are rex rabbits a good breed?

Pretty standard stuff, as the breed does not differentiate that much from many of its close relatives. According to the ARBA Standard of Perfection, the Rex Rabbit is a well-proportioned animal, with medium body length, well-rounded hips and a loin, ribs, and shoulders that complement them. These rabbits are real lookers.

Why are rex rabbits velvety?

The result of a specific genetic mutation that is now deliberately sought in the Rex rabbit breeds, rex fur lacks the longer guard hairs typical of the more common short-furred animal. Each hair in a rex coat is evenly short in length and, because of the density of those hairs, rex fur is often described as plush or velvety.