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Rabbit Breeds - Dwarf Hotot

Breed Facts

Breed Slogan

The Eye of the Fancy

Showroom Varities

Standard

Groups & Colors

Dwarf Hotot's have two colors: black and chocolate. They are not separated in the showroom

Weight

Junior Weight: Minimum 1.25 pounds, not over 2.5 pounds
Senior Weight: Not over 3 pounds, ideal weight 2.5 pounds

Appearance

This rabbit is known for its black or chocolate eye circles. It is one of the smaller breeds of rabbits.

Coat Type

Dwarf Hotots have rollback fur

General Personality

This is generally a very gentle breed.


ARBA Schedule of Points

General Type....65

...Body
...Head
...Ears
...Feet & Legs
...Tail

35
15
15
0
0

Fur.................10
Color...............5
Markings............15
Condition...........5
TOTAL POINTS....100

Breed History

Country of Orgin

Germany

Founder

Brief History

The Dwarf Hotot was created in two separate lines, one in East Germany and the other in West Germany. The efforts were eventually combined. The breed was first shown in the US in 1981.

Year of ARBA Acceptance

1984

Conservation Status

The Dwarf Hotot is not endangered.


Recommended Breeders


Breed Links

National Club

American Dwarf Hotot Rabbit Club

Regional Clubs

Local/State Clubs