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Amanda

Marquardt

ilminirex@gmail.com

Reno convention has come and gone and once again there shows can also help determine what preferred type and
was a large entry of Mini Rex shown. Congratulations to fur is. The latest discussion about type is having the high
Doug King on his BOB and Group 1 win with a black point centered over the hips vs having the basketball look.
doe!! Congratulations to Lycos/ Lycos/Harrah for their Some say that pushing the high point too far back makes
BOS win with an otter buck! Even though I didn’t enter the shoulders longer and the animal doesn’t seem as
any rabbits, I enjoyed my time in Reno catching up with balanced. What are your thoughts? What is your view of
everyone and sightseeing at Lake Tahoe with Paul & ideal type and fur?
Beth Bickel and Margaret Potter.
I hope you all have a safe and happy holiday season!
The topic for this article is what is ideal body type Amanda
and fur with the emphasis on high point location.

As breeders we follow the Mini Rex standard by how
we interpret it. Every breeder has the same goal of
making the “perfect” rabbit. But for some it can be
challenging to figure out the delicate balance of having
ideal type and ideal fur together. The best way to get an
idea of what ideal type and ideal fur is, is by getting a
hands on approach. Evaluating an animal in person is
easier than by photos when purchasing stock. To be able
to feel the rabbit will help determine if it is full to the
table, has well filled shoulders, or dense fur with good
texture. By talking with other breeders and watching at

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