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The '''Florida White''' is a relatively small breed rabbit originally produced for the laboratory or smaller meat rabbit.<ref name=fwrba>{{cite web|url=http://www.fwrba.net/history.html|title=History of the Florida White Rabbit|publisher=[[Florida White Breeders Association]]|access-date=November 21, 2022}}</ref> They are all white in color with no other markings, and have [[Albino]] red eyes. They are a recognized [[American Rabbit Breeders Association]] (ARBA) breed.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.arba.net/breeds.htm|title=ARBA breed list|access-date=February 23, 2012|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111024012741/http://www.arba.net/breeds.htm|archive-date=October 24, 2011|url-status=dead}}</ref> |
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'''Florida White Rabbits''' |
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Adult Size: Small (4-6 pounds/ 1.8-2.7 kilograms) |
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Although this rabbit is quite small, it was bred in Florida in the 1960’s as a smaller meat rabbit.[1] which would also be functional for laboratory use. The breed originator was ARBA Judge Orville Miliken. Its lines originated from small New Zealand, Polish White and Dutch White rabbits. |
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| ⚫ | The fur is white with good density and texture, and they have a compact, meaty body, short neck, and small head |
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Florida Whites are generally docile, good-natured, gentle and relaxed rabbits that can become excellent mothers. However, one rabbit can differ from another. Some are more curious while others are more the relaxed type. Because of its smaller size, Florida Whites are ideal for those who don’t have a lot of space to devote to their rabbitry or who may be raising them indoors. Aside from being good family pets, they also make for good show animals. |
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Along with their compact bodies and small bones, they have typical features such as their white fur, pink eyes and stiff ears. Florida Whites are one of the smaller breeds that have been raised for its meat quality. |
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This breed is generally hardy and healthy. It isn’t too small that you have to worry about it escaping but also, it isn’t too large that eating and pooping will be a big deal. Its cage should be large enough so that the animal has the space to move around comfortably. It has an average lifespan of 5 to 8 years. |
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It is a recognized ARBA breed.[2] |
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==History of the breed== |
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The Florida White rabbit was accepted as a breed by the ARBA in 1967.<ref name=fwrba/> The breed originator was ARBA Judge Orville Miliken.{{citation needed|date=July 2015}} He crossed an albino [[Dutch rabbit|Dutch]], an albino [[Polish rabbit|Polish]] and a small but "typie" (sic) [[New Zealand white rabbit|New Zealand white]] and through progressive [[Artificial selection|selection]] and [[line breeding]] produced a strain of compact animals. |
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The Florida White rabbit was accepted as a breed by the ARBA in 1967. |
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The breed originator was ARBA Judge Orville Miliken. |
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He crossed an albino Dutch, an albino Polish and a small but "typical" New Zealand White and through progressive selection and line breeding obtained a stain of compact animals. |
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Another major contributor to the development of the Florida White is Fibber McGehee. Fibber started raising Florida Whites in 1978. Through selective breeding of albino Polish, New Zealand Whites and a little rabbit of unknown breed, ... Fibber was successful in improving type. |
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The Florida White is also an excellent show animal. In 1977 Dale Allison won Best in Show at the ARBA convention in Houston, TX. In the youth, Tonya Forbes won Best in Show at the 1993 ARBA Convention in Tacoma, WA. In 1999, Fibber McGehee won Best in Show in Louisville, KY. |
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Florida Whites are frequent Best in Show winners on the local level as well. With the popularity of the Florida White rabbit, the Florida White Rabbit Breeders Association has grown also. |
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The Florida White Rabbit Breeders Association became a charted club in 1972. If you would like more information or to join the Florida White Rabbit Breeders Association contact: Jane Meyer 1795 N 1800 E Road Thawville, IL 60968 or email Jane at [email protected]. Membership includes a newsletter. . |
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| ⚫ | The Florida White Standard of Perfection, which is available from the ARBA, describes the point system used to judge the Florida White. The number |
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| ⚫ | They have a compact body with firm flesh, small bones, small heads and small feet, excellent feed-to-meat conversion, and a nearly 65% meat-to-bone ratio. This means there is very little waste in processing.<ref>{{Cite web |date=August 20, 2022|title=15 Cutest White Rabbit Breeds|url=https://smallanimalpets.com/white-rabbit-breeds/|access-date=November 21, 2022|website=Small Animal Pets}}</ref> |
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ARBA Schedule of Points |
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General Type...65 ... ''(Body... 55 ... Head&Ears... 10)'' |
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Fur...20 |
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Color...5 |
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Condition...10 |
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TOTAL POINTS...100 |
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| ⚫ | The Florida White is also an excellent show animal. The Florida White Standard of Perfection, which is available from the ARBA, describes the point system used to judge the Florida White. The number one consideration in showing the Florida White is the body or type which carries 65 points, though the condition of the rabbit which would include firm flesh and fur, carries 35 points.{{citation needed|date=July 2015}} |
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Florida Whites are generally docile, good-natured, gentle and relaxed rabbits.{{citation needed|date=July 2015}} This breed is generally hardy and healthy. They have an average lifespan of 5 to 8 years.{{citation needed|date=July 2015}} |
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== Useful Links == |
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*[http://rabbitbreeders.us/rabbit-breeds Different Breeds of Rabbits] |
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==See also== |
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{{reflist}} |
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*[[Domestic rabbit]] |
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*[[List of rabbit breeds]] |
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==References== |
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==External links== |
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[[Category:Rabbits as pets]] |
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Latest revision as of 18:47, 22 April 2024
The Florida White is a relatively small breed rabbit originally produced for the laboratory or smaller meat rabbit.[1] They are all white in color with no other markings, and have Albino red eyes. They are a recognized American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA) breed.[2]
History of the breed
[edit]The Florida White rabbit was accepted as a breed by the ARBA in 1967.[1] The breed originator was ARBA Judge Orville Miliken.[citation needed] He crossed an albino Dutch, an albino Polish and a small but "typie" (sic) New Zealand white and through progressive selection and line breeding produced a strain of compact animals.
The Florida White was developed to provide a smaller rabbit for laboratory use and provide a small meat rabbit with good production and a favorable dress-out ratio for the personal consumption home breeder of today.[citation needed]
They have a compact body with firm flesh, small bones, small heads and small feet, excellent feed-to-meat conversion, and a nearly 65% meat-to-bone ratio. This means there is very little waste in processing.[3]
The Florida White is also an excellent show animal. The Florida White Standard of Perfection, which is available from the ARBA, describes the point system used to judge the Florida White. The number one consideration in showing the Florida White is the body or type which carries 65 points, though the condition of the rabbit which would include firm flesh and fur, carries 35 points.[citation needed]
The fur is white with good density and texture, and they have a compact, meaty body, short neck, and small head. The ideal senior weight for the breed is 5 pounds, with an acceptable range from 4-6 pounds, while the junior weighs 2.25-4.5 pounds.[citation needed]
Florida Whites are generally docile, good-natured, gentle and relaxed rabbits.[citation needed] This breed is generally hardy and healthy. They have an average lifespan of 5 to 8 years.[citation needed]
See also
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References
[edit]- ^ a b "History of the Florida White Rabbit". Florida White Breeders Association. Retrieved November 21, 2022.
- ^ "ARBA breed list". Archived from the original on October 24, 2011. Retrieved February 23, 2012.
- ^ "15 Cutest White Rabbit Breeds". Small Animal Pets. August 20, 2022. Retrieved November 21, 2022.