If you are out to get a cute and cuddly rabbit as a pet, perhaps it would prove to be a better bet if you tried to know all about the different rabbit breeds that are seen today. Many different rabbit breeds that we see today are all various varieties of domestic rabbits. These are specially created through the process of selective breeding. These rabbit breeds differ from each other in terms of their size or even the appearance of their coat and many such factors. Here’s a look at different types of rabbit breeds.

Different Rabbit Breeds:
Angora Rabbit:
This breed is a domestic variety. The Angora breed is also the oldest kind of domesticated rabbit, which is easily distinguishable due to its long and soft hair. Basically, the Angora rabbit is preferred mainly due to its long and soft fur coat. This breed of rabbits does require a lot of grooming and care. In total, there are around 4 types of Angora rabbits (English, Giant, Satin and French), which are ARBA recognized.

Blue of Sint-Niklaas:
Amongst the different kinds of rabbits seen, this rabbit breed is considered to be one of the oldest fur rabbits seen. This is a Flemish rabbit breed. This breed now belongs to the almost rare category.

American Sable:
The American sable is one such breed that is quite sociable in nature. This breed is a cross of the Chinchilla rabbit breeds. The American sable rabbit is quite identical to the Chinchilla rabbits although they have a different color for their coat. The American Sable generally has a light shaded coat, which darkens towards the head area as well as the upper end of the tail.

Beveren:
This rabbit breed is considered to be a very rare breed. The temperament of this rabbit breed shows it to be full of energy. The Beveren is also one of the largest breeds of fur rabbits. The name Beveren largely remains due to the fact that it was first bred in Beveren. This is a small town that lies close to Antwerp, which is in Belgium.

Such rabbit breeds have coats that are blue, brown, lilac or even white in color. This does not mean all the colors are accepted and meet the standards of ARBA. The Beveren breed has a fur length that is about 1 ½ inches long. One of the rare varieties of the Beveren is known as the Pointed Beveren.

Californian Rabbits:
George West first developed this rabbit breed in the early 1920’s. Initially, amongst all the different kinds of rabbits, this particular rabbit breed did not gain popularity. The color of the coat is quite similar to that of the Himalayan rabbit. The Californian rabbits also have a white body with shades of black on the nose and ears along with the tail and feet. The Californian rabbits would also require a lot of grooming care. This would mean grooming care on a daily routine.

Chinchilla Rabbits:
This breed consists of three types of rabbits that belong to this category.

The American Chinchilla- This rabbit breed originated in France. They are largely bred due to their size.

Giant Chinchilla- This rabbit breed has its origins in the United States.

Standard Chinchilla- The standard chinchilla finds its origins in France. They have easily distinguishable coats.

Apart from these, one can still find many different rabbit breeds on the scenario. Apart from those that adhere to the norms of ARBA, there are many more that are also seen which do not belong to the list compiled by ARBA.
          

By Kashmira Lad : Buzzle.com