Standard Chinchilla Rabbit Breed Profile

Group: Commercial

Varieties: Chinchilla. The color resembles a real chinchilla, with a wavy white and black surface color.

Weight: Males: 5 to 7 pounds, Females: 5 1/2 to 7 1/2 pounds

Physical Attributes: The body is short and round. The face is full and the ears are fairly short and upright. The color at the base of the fur, next to the skin, is slate blue. Then there is a band of white hair, followed by a narrow band of black fur.

Personality: Standard Chinchillas are generally quite calm and enjoy attention.

Coat Type and Grooming: Standard Chinchillas have a short coat that is fairly easy to care for. Weekly grooming with a slicker brush are fine, except during shedding season when bi-weekly grooming may be required.