Reasons behind the death are unknown, but it is believed that peanuts have underdeveloped digestive tracts. These offspring, often called "peanuts" by rabbit breeders, are destined to struggle with life for up to three weeks and then to die. When two "true dwarfs" (both buck and doe) are bred, the genetic pattern which makes them "true dwarfs" (Dwdw) ensures that 25 percentage of their offspring will inherit the lethal genetic combination dwdw. The gene (symbol Dw) responsible for the common appearance of the dwarf was discovered in the United States during the beginning of the 20th century. The current ARBA Standard of Perfection has evolved from this original document. The breed was accepted by the American Rabbit Breeders Association in 1969 using a modification of the British standard. They were first imported into the United Kingdom in 1948 and brought to United States during the 60’s and 70’s. Whitman’s book “Domestic Rabbits & Their Histories,” the Netherland Dwarf breed has its roots in the Polish and Hermelin rabbit breeds and was first produced in the Netherlands in the early 20th century. I love that they are all different, getting to know them is half the fun.Īccording to Bob D. They prefer to snuggle up in bunny beds with friends or cuddle with us on the couch. We have some rabbits that are very active and constantly entertaining my family with acrobatic shows, and others that are lazy and mild. It’s normal for a rabbit to be shy when first going to a new environment, but they are social creatures and will quickly start to form a bond with you. Both nature and nurture are important in raising pets with a fantastic temperament. Exposing them to many activities as young rabbits gives them a more easy going attitude. The disposition is really unique to each rabbit. I’ve heard it said that boy rabbits have “better” personalities because they are generally more outgoing and relaxed, but I have seen many sweet girls too. The Netherland Dwarf personality is generally quirky and active but every rabbit is different, just as with other pets and humans. I would strongly suggest joining the club to anyone who has been considering breeding. They also publish a quarterly magazine called Dwarf Digest which includes news and education for Netherland Dwarf breeders. All new members to the club receive a comprehensive guide book to the Netherland Dwarf breed with full color photos and invaluable breeding tips. Fingers crossed for her that all the hard work will pay off!īesides the ARBA Standard of Perfection book, the best Netherland Dwarf information (in the United States) can be found through American Netherland Dwarf Rabbit Club, or ANDRC. My mentor, Tamie File, has been working on having a Netherland “tortoiseshell fox” coloration added to the Standard of Perfection for years. It takes a massive amount of work to create a new color standard and ARBA’s approval process is not light work. The list of recognized colors has grown throughout the years and I know a few breeders working on getting new color standards approved. Netherlands come in 20+ color varieties that are recognized in ARBA’s Standard of Perfection. Their nickname in the show circuit is “the Gem of the Fancy” and it is easy to see why.
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