Califorians

🐇 About the Californian Rabbit

Reliable • Productive • Show-Ready

The Californian rabbit is one of the most popular and dependable breeds for both meat production and show purposes. Originally developed in the 1920s by George West of California, this breed was created by combining the New Zealand White, Himalayan, and Standard Chinchilla rabbits to produce a rabbit with excellent meat qualities and striking appearance.

✨ Key Traits:

• Weight: 8–10.5 lbs (ideal for commercial use and meat pens)
  
  

• Appearance: White body with distinctive dark points (ears, nose, feet, and tail)
  
  

• Coat: Dense and plush—easy to maintain
  
  

• Temperament: Calm, friendly, and easy to handle—great for youth showmanship
  
  

• Growth Rate: Fast-growing with efficient feed-to-meat conversion