Patches

Patches was whelped at the Ralston Purina farm in Grey Summit, Missouri. She was part of their rabbit nutrition study program which monitored the health and growth rate of the animals when fed different foods. As she matured she became one of their breeders as a continuing part of the program. Patches has had several litters. When Purina was purchased by another corporation their rabbit nutrition program was phased out, and we were fortunate to acquire Patches and another rabbit. Patches is a Mini Rex, sometimes also known as the Velveteen Rabbit. Her coloration pattern is known as Broken Castor. Now that Patches is a part of the World Bird Sanctuary, she will spend her days meeting young visitors at our Nature Center and traveling to schools and preschools as part of our Critters for Kids, and Fur, Feathers and Scales programs. The next time you visit World Bird Sanctuary be sure to stop by and pet Patches. Then you'll know why this breed has earned the name "Velveteen Rabbit." Your adoption fee will help feed, house and care for Patches.

 

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Mini Rex Rabbit

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Description	small breed with fairly short ears; face is fairly thick, but not particularly short; body is close-coupled and rounded; comes in many different color variations (17-20); most recognizable trait is the velvet-like fur; the Rex mutation is recessive and causes the hair to protrude outwards from the body instead of lying flat; the guard hairs are shortened to the length of the undercoat, thus producing the "velvet" feel; ideal coat length is 5/8â??
Sex	females slightly larger than males
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Weight	Bucks 2-4.25 lbs. Does 2-4.5 lbs.
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Behavior	generally very friendly; medium activity level;
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