The Britannia Petite
"The Elite of the Fancy"
The Britannia Petite, called "the Elite of the Fancy" is known as the “Polish” in Britain, is one of the smallest breeds of rabbits recognized by the ARBA. Active and energetic, the Petite is more high strung than other breeds. They take perseverance and patience to handle, but are one of the most showy breeds to exhibit. The max weight 2.5 pounds.
Although thought to be vicious and bitey by some, the aggressive Brit is less common than non Brit breeders would think. They are a clever breed that responds well with consistent, repetitive training, and can learn to pose with a diligent handler. They don't, however, make the best pets. They are bred to be a spirited, feisty breed, and do not do well with constant handling by small children. Instead, I would recommend them more as a show breed only, for calm youngsters that are level headed and not afraid of a challenging breed.
The Petite does well with particular people; that is, they become more comfortable with the person that handles them the most. Often times a Petite that poses beautifully at home with "their" person, will not behave on the show table, and nip at a judge or hug the table like a potato. It can be frustrating, so having other breeders work with your rabbit can make a big difference.
Their large, expressive eyes and adorable wedge like faces make them impossible to to "Awwww" over. Their streamline full-arch body type, long, fine legs and sleek flyback coat give them a posh, elegant appearance that is impossible to not appreciate. They are one of two full-arched breeds that pose in a stationary fashion, whereas the other full-arched breeds "run" across the show table for evaluation. Because of this, practicing with posing is absolutely paramount for a successful show career.
While this pint-sized dragon can be an intimidating project to take on, it is such a fun, inquisitive and beautiful breed, and is completely worth it.
We are currently focusing on Chestnut and Otter, and have a small Lutino project in the works as well. Our lutino varieties focus primarily on Shadow Lutino, (Chestnut lutino), but we have some Dove Otter (Black Otter) as well.
Our Petites are available for breeding/show homes only.
Although thought to be vicious and bitey by some, the aggressive Brit is less common than non Brit breeders would think. They are a clever breed that responds well with consistent, repetitive training, and can learn to pose with a diligent handler. They don't, however, make the best pets. They are bred to be a spirited, feisty breed, and do not do well with constant handling by small children. Instead, I would recommend them more as a show breed only, for calm youngsters that are level headed and not afraid of a challenging breed.
The Petite does well with particular people; that is, they become more comfortable with the person that handles them the most. Often times a Petite that poses beautifully at home with "their" person, will not behave on the show table, and nip at a judge or hug the table like a potato. It can be frustrating, so having other breeders work with your rabbit can make a big difference.
Their large, expressive eyes and adorable wedge like faces make them impossible to to "Awwww" over. Their streamline full-arch body type, long, fine legs and sleek flyback coat give them a posh, elegant appearance that is impossible to not appreciate. They are one of two full-arched breeds that pose in a stationary fashion, whereas the other full-arched breeds "run" across the show table for evaluation. Because of this, practicing with posing is absolutely paramount for a successful show career.
While this pint-sized dragon can be an intimidating project to take on, it is such a fun, inquisitive and beautiful breed, and is completely worth it.
We are currently focusing on Chestnut and Otter, and have a small Lutino project in the works as well. Our lutino varieties focus primarily on Shadow Lutino, (Chestnut lutino), but we have some Dove Otter (Black Otter) as well.
Our Petites are available for breeding/show homes only.