Beveren (rabbit)

The van Beveren are a medium-sized, originally from Belgium rabbit breed. In Germany, van Beveren are not recognized as a breed.

Appearance of van Beveren

The van Beveren differ from the other rabbit breeds by their physique. The body shape of the van Beveren resembles an inverted mandolin or a longitudinally sliced ​​pear. The rear section is strongly developed and as wide as high, to the shoulders to the body is narrower, the ascending line of the back to form a perfect curve. While the hind legs are strong, the front legs are fine demanded. The weight of the van Beveren is 3.5 to 4.5 kg.

History of breed

The breed originated in Beveren- Waas, little is known about its origins. Sandford mentions the possibility that the van Beveren could have originated from crosses between Blue Viennese and Blue of St. Niklaas. The first special show for the breed took place in 1902. In 1915 came the breed to the UK, where more color varieties have been bred. Here are two shots have been taken there, a lighter impact of approximately 2.5 kilograms and harder. In Britain quickly emerged more color varieties, so (shown for the first time in 1919 as " Sitka " ), a black and a brown.

Color strokes

• Blue:

• White van Beveren

• Black, registered in Belgium and the UK

• Pointed Beveren