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Giant Angora Rabbit Breed Profile

   

   

   
Group Commercial
Varieties White. Pure white with red eyes.
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Weight Males: 9 1/2 pounds and over, Females: 10 pounds and over
Physical Attributes The Giant angora has long fur over the body, head (not the face), ears, feet, and legs. The fur on the face and ears is not as thick as that of an English angora. The body is medium in length and is rounded. The ears are upright and are carried in a V-shape.
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Personality Most Giant angoras are very calm due to years of being bred for good temperaments in order to properly groom the breed.
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Coat Type and Grooming Giant Angoras have very long fur which needs to be groomed at least every other day, preferably every day. Young rabbits require more grooming as their coat is softer and matts easier. A slicker brush and a comb, preferably with rotating teeth, are a must for grooming. A letter opener is good for splitting matts apart. Clippers are a good idea in case the rabbit ever needs to be shaved, such as in very warm weather or when being bred.

Information Provided by Sarah Giers, Contributor for Rabbit Topics.

   
   
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From Susan Giffen, Saskatchewan
Giant (German) Angora rabbits are excellent for pets, being very docile and very attractive. Some can even be leash trained. Grooming is difficult, at best, and breeding them is extremely difficult as the males do not seem very aggressive and there are frequently problems with delivery and nurturing.

   

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