Beige Rabbit

Coat and looks how to spot one

short, dense, silky normal fur

A small, erect-eared rabbit with a dense, silky coat. Its light sandy colour runs all the way down to the skin, softened by slate-blue ticking and shading across the body.21

Grooming and care the hands-on bits

Rabbits keep themselves clean, so routine care is mostly regular hands-on checks of coat, nails and teeth.3

Home where they are happiest

Needs a secure living area of at least 3m x 2m x 1m so it can hop, play, stretch, hide and exercise, with toys and foraging opportunities for enrichment.3

Food basics what goes in the bowl

Hay should form the foundation of the diet, as constant chewing keeps the teeth worn down, with fresh leafy greens and a measured amount of pellets alongside. Carrots are best kept as an occasional treat.3

Company who they like around

A social animal that should live with at least one other rabbit; a neutered male and female pair is often the easiest match.3

The story where it all began

The Beige is a British breed that is recognised by the British Rabbit Council but not by the American Rabbit Breeders Association. It is considered a rare breed today.12

Recognised by the official bits

British Rabbit Council

Recognised.2

ARBA

Not recognised.2