Understanding the Dutch Rabbit
IN THIS LESSON
How to recognize good Dutch rabbit body type and suggestions on how to obtain it.
It’s Black or White, not Gray
by Kevin Hooper
Written in the 2005 Oct/Nov/Dec issue of the Dutch Reporter
Dutch Type
By Kevin Hooper
Written in the 2005 July/Aug/Sept issue of the Dutch Reporter
Type Vs Markings
Ask the Judge - Even though the standard of perfection awards 25 points to type and 50 points to markings, when it comes down to your decision, would a poorly typed, but exceptionally well-marked Dutch beat an exceptionally-typed rabbit with a few marking flaws? And on the subject of markings, if two animals are equal in type, would a rabbit with a couple of minor marking flaws or one major flaw do better on the table?
Written in the 2008 July/Aug/Sept issue of the Dutch Reporter
Big vs Small Dutch
Some people feel type is just about size and larger rabbits have a better chance on winning over the smaller ones. As a breeder, could you give your thoughts on this issue?
Ask the Breeder - printed in the 2007 July/Aug/Sept issue of the Dutch Reporter
Improving the Head Shape
of Our Dutch
By Kevin Hooper
Printed in the 2005 Jan/Feb/March issue of the Dutch Reporter
Ear Carriage
At the 2008 ARBA Convention, one of the judges commented on the ears of every rabbit. He discussed length, whether they had thin or well furred ears, and if the ears had good or poor carriage. Could you please define what is good and poor ear carriage?
Ask the Judge - printed in the 2009 Jan/Feb/March issue of the Dutch Reporter