They are prone to hairball obstructions and matted coats if not cared for properly. In the early 1800s, a few white rabbits of small sized (and probably mixed origins) popped up in England and breeders began calling them “Polish” (we will never know why they decided to call them by this name). Check your rabbit’s mouth at least once every other week to make sure their teeth are an appropriate size. Owing to its small size and temperament there are other breeds that would be more suitable to children. The Polish rabbit is believed to have originated in England during the mid to late 19th century with the first known entries of display being 1884 in Hull, Yorkshire, England. Polish rabbits are intelligent, curious and playful.
The coat does not need grooming on a daily basis and the breed is not prone to hairballs. Polish Rabbit Forum a 1 044 membres. The Polish rabbit is not a dwarf breed of domestic rabbit since they lack the dwarf gene, most often bred by fanciers (as opposed to hobbyists) and commonly exhibited in rabbit shows.
The ears are short, but longer than the Netherland Dwarf, and touch each other all the way up to the tips. '12 Top Ways to Keep your Rabbit Healthy, Well & Contented' When you look directly down over a correctly posed Polish, it should give the resemblance of a small round ball that was cut in half and sat on the table.Having a long body will throw off the balance, and cause the rabbit to look more like a “Twinkie” (oblong shaped snack cake), being undesirable, rather than the majestic breed that they are. It is vital that rabbits have access to unlimited fresh hay to ensure good dental health, gastrointestinal health, urinary tract health, weight control and for environmental enrichment.Treats such as fruit and carrot should be fed sparingly; typically a portion no larger than the tip of the thumb. (ARBA), there was already the American Polish, so the English Polish was renamed "Britannia Petite". The accepted weight a 6-months-or-older Polish rabbit in the US is 2½ to 3½ pounds, with the ideal weight being 2½ pounds.Until the 1950s, most Polish rabbits in the US were white with either red eyes or blue eyes.
Polish rabbits, despite their name, they are believed to have originated from crossing the Dutch and Himalayan breeds in the 1600’s, in Belgium. A healthy rabbit should be well fleshed but not flabby.
Otherwise, the head should be large, with bright bold eyes. Your indoor rabbit enclosure should be made of wire, be large enough for your rabbit to comfortably stretch out and have a plastic/metal bottom that’s covered in comfortable bedding (horse bedding works well). APRC Member Advertising Thank you for your support of the American Polish Rabbit Club Allen Black alnblck@yahoo.com 4205 Hwy 37 Williston SC 29853 803-259-7679 They have short heads and full cheeks which contrast against their bold eyes to … Polish rabbits, despite their name, they are believed to have originated from crossing the Furthermore, in the 1900’s, Polish were one of the most popular meat-breeds, especially in Belgium. Due to its small size, the Polish rabbit is often confused with the Netherland Dwarf, although the Polish is a little larger and its head is not rounded.
The coat is smooth with short, fine hair. When in its natural resting position, otherwise known as “pose”, the body should be very short & compact. The Blue-eyed White variety of rabbit was recognized by the American Rabbit and Cavy Breeders Association in 1938. Polish rabbits make for great pets, as they do not require a lot of space and are easy to care for.
Vegetables in the cabbage family and high-sugar foods such as corn should be avoided, as these can cause gastroenteritis. Research what kind of fruits, vegetables and greens are rabbit-friendly – if you’re not sure if a particular food can be eaten, the rule of thumb is simply not to give it to them. The ears are large and upright.
They have a compact body shape and carry the dwarf gene, meaning they should not weigh more than 3.5 lbs.There are six varieties of Polish rabbit coat color/markings that are accepted by the ARBA.