Types of Rabbits
Dual Purpose Rabbit Breeds
There are certain types of rabbits which are ideal both as pet and for meat production ( commercial purposes). Though, this website is not intended for commercial rabbit breeding, we have chosen to discuss this topic so you will become aware which breeds are good both for pet and for business. For now you maybe just interested in pet rabbit raising; later, you may have the desire to make it as business – no one knows, but it could happen.
Here are some types of rabbits which are good both for raising as pet and for breeding for commercial purposes or breeding rabbits for meat:
|
Breed |
Weight |
Recommendation |
|
Californian |
10 to 12 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
|
Cinnamon |
9 to 11 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
|
American Chinchilla |
9 to 11 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
|
Creme d’Argent |
9 to 11 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
|
French Lop |
11 to 16 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
|
Hotot |
9 to 11 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
|
New Zealand |
9 to 12 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
|
Palomino |
9 to 12 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
|
Rex |
6 to 9 lbs |
Medium Choice (May have feet problems) |
|
American Sable |
6 to 9 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
|
Satin |
6 to 11 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
|
Silver Fox |
6 to 11 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
|
Harlequin |
7 to 9 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
|
Silver Marten |
6 to 9 lbs |
Excellent Choice |
Table1: Information Source – http://www.mybunnyfarm.com/
