Miniature Rex Breed Information

Mini rex rabbits are known as the "velveteen" rabbit because one of the most appealing features of the rex breeds is their coat. It is like no other rabbit coat it has a beautiful velvet feel to it and is a pleasure to touch.

They are known for their fur quality, which is short & plush. This is because the longest guard hairs have been bred away and the secondary guard hairs have been reduced to the same length as the undercoat hairs. Mini Rex come in many different coat colors, so your sure to find a colour to your liking.

The mini rex have a lovely temperament, they have great personalities, make great family pets and they are a very laid back rabbit. I find that the mini rex breed is very affectionate and loving towards their owner.

                     B.R.C Mini Rex Breed Standard

Ring Size B

1) Fur   40

4) Type   20

3) Colour   40

4) Total Points   100 

Ring Size B   
FUR: To be approximately 1.27cm (1/2inch) in length. Fine silky texture free from harshness and wooliness, intensely dense, smooth and level over the whole body, of a lustrous sheen, firm and plush like character, devoid of projecting guard hairs. 
TYPE: Well proportioned and graceful carriage, the body sloping gently up to well rounded quarters set on strong hind legs, medium bone. Head bold and broad, ears erect and to be in proportion to body, dewlap should not be excessive, eyes and toenails should preferably match the body colour. 
COLOUR AND/OR MARKINGS: As for Standard Rex 

WEIGHT: Adults kg1.7-2.04 (33/4lb - 41/2) 
FAULTS: As for standard rex 

DISQUALIFICATIONS: As for standard rex, weights outside the limits above and any rabbit with Netherland Dwarf features