Breed identification help

Blue eyes said:

What are their ages?

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Jocee said:

It’s possible queenie is a Rex her fur really looks Rex not sure if she’s a mini Rex or not. But just looking at her that is my first guess

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JBun said:

If Queenie has very dense plush fur (feels a bit like velvet), she would be a rex like Jocee suggests.

The others really don't have specific enough characteristics to determine any particular breed, so would be considered a mix. Which is typically the case for most rabbits without known parentage and no unique identifying characteristics (eg unique type: of fur, body, size, color, or ear position).

Two of the sisters appear to have a mostly white coloring in the photos. If their coloring is less than 10% of their body, they would be considered 'charlies' (rabbits that are mostly white). That's the only different trait I can see, but that won't determine breed at all for them.

Though if they are charlie's, you should be aware that these types of rabbits can sometimes have a genetic digestive disorder called megacolon. If you've noticed oval or irregularly shaped fecal poop being consistently produced on a daily basis, this is the typical indicator of the disorder. If you haven't seen this irregular poop yet (on a consistent daily basis), with them already being a year old, then it's unlikely they inherited the trait.

https://www.medirabbit.com/EN/GI_diseases/Mega/mega_en.htm

https://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Megacolon

https://vgr1.com/megacolon/

But if they do have this and you weren't aware what it was until now, it will likely mean a discussion with your vet and putting the affected rabbits on a very specific diet and possibly some meds, to best manage it, if they ever start showing digestive or other health problems because of it. My rabbit with megacolon did best on a no pellet/low carb high fiber/hay diet, but other MC rabbits can have different dietary needs. Hopefully yours either aren't charlie's, or don't have this if they are, as it can be a very difficult health problem to manage.

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RipleyLLC said:

Hi all! Hope ever is having a lovely day!

I need help identifying three breeds of rabbit that I have. The first is a lovely little rabbit with a huge personality. She has kind of wavy fur and is very different than the others. She maybe about four pounds but most likely three. Her picture is the first.

The second are four sisters. They have varying personalities. But they are about five pounds maybe six

The third is my Queenie. She's a bigger girl. Maybe ten pounds. She humps a lot, very socially awkward, she gets mad and tears and throws things around. She has the softest fur I have ever felt in my life. And she has a lot of rolls

If anyone can help me identify them, that would be amazing !

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JBun said:

If Queenie has very dense plush fur (feels a bit like velvet), she would be a rex like Jocee suggests.

The others really don't have specific enough characteristics to determine any particular breed, so would be considered a mix. Which is typically the case for most rabbits without known parentage and no unique identifying characteristics (eg unique type: of fur, body, size, color, or ear position).

Two of the sisters appear to have a mostly white coloring in the photos. If their coloring is less than 10% of their body, they would be considered 'charlies' (rabbits that are mostly white). That's the only different trait I can see, but that won't determine breed at all for them.

Though if they are charlie's, you should be aware that these types of rabbits can sometimes have a genetic digestive disorder called megacolon. If you've noticed oval or irregularly shaped fecal poop being consistently produced on a daily basis, this is the typical indicator of the disorder. If you haven't seen this irregular poop yet (on a consistent daily basis), with them already being a year old, then it's unlikely they inherited the trait.

https://www.medirabbit.com/EN/GI_diseases/Mega/mega_en.htm

https://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Megacolon

https://vgr1.com/megacolon/

But if they do have this and you weren't aware what it was until now, it will likely mean a discussion with your vet and putting the affected rabbits on a very specific diet and possibly some meds, to best manage it, if they ever start showing digestive or other health problems because of it. My rabbit with megacolon did best on a no pellet/low carb high fiber/hay diet, but other MC rabbits can have different dietary needs. Hopefully yours either aren't charlie's, or don't have this if they are, as it can be a very difficult health problem to manage.

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Silver Bliss Rabbitry said:

The first rabbit most likely has Lion Head or Angora in her due to her fur. The four sisters probably have New Zealand or a similar breed in their lines. As for the big gal, she definitely has Rex in her, and based on her size, it's likely not the mini Rex, lol. I would also look into the flemish giants as well. When I looked at Queenie's picture, I noticed that her nails are very long. I don't mean to be rude, but they need to be cut ASAP. Some people don't realize that rabbits' nails need to be trimmed. If you need help learning to clip their nails or prefer not to do it yourself, you can watch a YouTube video or take your rabbits to a professional groomer. Their nails can break off and bleed if they are too long.

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RipleyLLC said:

I'm not gonna lie, I'm not sure how this is going to go because all but the little bitty black and white were livestock and they are just now getting to the point where they run up to me when I enter their room. I will most definitely utilize YouTube so this will be a safe and least stressful endeavor possible!

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