Mini Rex Rabbits: Breed History and Standards of This Amazing Rabbit Breed🐇

Things to consider for potential pet owners when considering a Mini Rex rabbit

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Mini Rex rabbits are my favorite animals. I used to raise them and show them, so I have a lot of experience with many of these adorable pet rabbits.

Are you considering bringing a Mini Rex rabbit into your life? You may be interested in learning more about this popular rabbit breed.

Castor Mini Rex rabbit
The Mini Rex Rabbit: A Guide to Breed History and Standards — by Author

History and Origins of the Mini Rex Breed

The Mini Rex rabbit’s fur is unlike other breeds, except the Standard Rex Rabbit. Their small size has made them popular among pet rabbit fans.

These American-bred rabbits were known for their friendliness and sweet disposition overall, although once in a while, you can find one that is not-so-nice.

The Mini Rex breed originated in the US in the early 1980s. While breeding standard-sized Rex rabbits, Monna Berryhill detected a spontaneous mutation in their fur.

With their luxurious fur, Berryhill wanted to create a smaller breed with its dense, velvet-feeling fur. Berryhill developed the Mini Rex breed…

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