Mini Rex
Oryctolagus cuniculus
Small breed with the same distinctive plush, velvety rex coat as the standard Rex. ARBA recognized. Most popular breed at ARBA shows for many years.
Breed reference
The shape of the breed,
in plain English.
Small breed with the same distinctive plush, velvety rex coat as the standard Rex. ARBA recognized. Most popular breed at ARBA shows for many years.
Owner-experience
across 6 dimensions.
Each bar is a 1 to 5 score from breed-knowledgeable owners. Read the bar labels for the trade-off the dimension captures.
Temperament
Temperament
Flighty. Quick to startle, prone to thumping and bolting.Calm and even-tempered. Tolerates household activity without distress.
Handleability
Resists handling. Best left in pen; lift only when necessary.Accepts handling and lifting. Many sit calmly in arms or on a lap.
Energy level
Sedentary. Prefers low-activity life.High energy. Frequent binkying, zooming, and exploration.
Trainability
Slow to litter-train; limited response to cue training.Litter-trains quickly. Responds to cue training and recall.
Coat and maintenance
Wool maintenance needs
Minimal grooming. Weekly brushing during shed.High grooming burden. Daily or twice-daily during peak shed; periodic shearing.
Heat tolerance
Heat-sensitive. Requires active cooling above 75 F.Moderate heat tolerance. Manages 80 F with shade and water.
Heritable traits
in Mini Rex.
Each row is one heritable trait. The frequency label tells you how often it appears across the breed.
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