Giant Angora Rabbit, originally from the United States, has been certified by the American Rabbit Breeders Association. It is mainly herbivorous and belongs to the viviparous class of mammals. It has a large number of dense hair, with a hair length of 2-4 inches. There is no hair on its body except for the face, and its ears have tassels. It does not shed, so it needs to be trimmed. Their hair also has three different textures!
Historical Origin
There are different theories about the origin of the Angora Rabbit: one theory is that it comes from Angora in Turkey, brought back by the English and bred into a long-haired rabbit breed in England; another theory is that it originated in England and was bred by the French. It was named Angora Rabbit because its hair is fine and long, resembling Angora goats. In the mid-18th century, it was introduced to France, the United States, Germany, Japan, and other countries, and several breeds were developed.
The Yimeng giant long-haired rabbit is a hybrid bred by introducing French and Zhejiang long-haired rabbits and Harbin rabbits on the basis of the original German Angora rabbit. It was certified at the provincial level in Shandong Province in 1998.
The large Angora rabbit has high economic value due to its long hair. Its hair can be used to make fabrics such as clothing, which has good warmth retention and no odor. It has fast growth and strong adaptability. After being introduced to China, it has been widely promoted in animal husbandry and has high economic value.
Zhenhai giant fur rabbits have strong adaptability and disease resistance. Their economic benefits are twice as high as those of ordinary fur rabbits. They have a broad market and promotional value.
The Angora rabbit originated in the Angora Province of Turkey. It is named after the Angora rabbit because of its fine and long hair, which is similar to Angora goats. There are four varieties of Angora rabbits, with the British Angora rabbit being the most popular, followed by the French Angora rabbit, the satin Angora rabbit, and the giant Angora rabbit.
Rabbit lovers are advised to raise them. Pet rabbits prefer clean and dry living environments. Damp and dirty environments can easily lead to the spread of infectious and parasitic diseases in rabbits. Therefore, in the design and daily management of rabbit hutches, it is important to ensure that the enclosures are clean and dry, warm in winter and cool in summer, and well-ventilated.
1. Light body odor
Raising rabbits is similar to raising cats and dogs. If regular cleaning and care are not done, they will produce some unpleasant smells. Therefore, whether Giant Angora Rabbit smells or not is largely influenced by the conditions of raising. As long as the rabbit's excrement is cleaned up in a timely manner and their living area is cleaned, there will not be a strong odor on their bodies.
2. Long lifespan
Giant Angora Rabbits have a relatively long lifespan, averaging from 7 to 12 years. However, raising methods and other factors can affect their lifespan. In addition to common diseases such as coccidiosis and Escherichia coli infection, incorrect feeding methods and poor rearing environment can lead to premature death of Giant Angora Rabbits.
3. Appetite
Due to their large size, Giant Angora Rabbits naturally have a larger appetite than ordinary rabbits. Carrots and carrot leaves are their preferred foods. They eat less during the day and generally rest with their eyes closed. At night, they are energetic and have a larger appetite, accounting for more than 70% of the entire day. Therefore, they should be fed with enough hay and water at night.
4. Difficult to care for
Giant Angora Rabbits' large size and long hair are their distinguishing features. Their size can reach over 45 kilograms, and they have abundant and thick fur, which can grow to 5-10 centimeters long. Except for a small portion of their face, they are covered with dense long hair that does not shed. Therefore, regular trimming and grooming are required, which can be time-consuming and labor-intensive.
5. Timid
Timidity is the nature of rabbits, and Giant Angora Rabbits are also timid animals. Sudden noises, strangers, or unfamiliar animals such as cats and dogs can make them frightened and uneasy. Therefore, during the raising process, actions towards Giant Angora Rabbits should be gentle and stable, and it is also necessary to prevent strangers or other animals from approaching them.
There are many origins of Angora rabbits. For example, those raised in the UK originated from Turkey, and those raised in France originated from France. As for those raised in the United States, they are much larger in size. So, when you ask me if Angora rabbits are easy to raise, it also depends on which type you are raising. Although they are all Angora rabbits, different breeds naturally have certain differences. However, rabbits are herbivorous animals, so they are not difficult to raise.
In fact, in addition to supplying a large amount of rabbit fur, Angora rabbits are also a type of rabbit with high ornamental value. And Angora rabbits themselves have 28 teeth that continuously grow throughout their lives, so they need to be fed a large amount of hay for them to grind their teeth. When raising rabbits, remember not to feed them too much fruit and vegetables. Although they will eat them, eating too much will cause them to have diarrhea and die. Another important point is that rabbits must not be deprived of water.
In fact, they are still very easy to raise. If you are raising one or two for viewing, you can feed them some rabbit food. If you are raising them on a large scale, besides buying rabbit-specific feed, the owner must also prepare a lot of grass. In the summer, there will be fresh wild grass, and in autumn, a large amount of hay should be stored for the rabbits to eat during the winter.
Rabbits change their fur every three months, and there is also a slight shedding phenomenon during the rest of the time, but it is not very obvious, so special attention is needed when feeding the Giant Angora Rabbit. Because rabbits are extremely clean animals and always want to be in a clean and tidy state, they will continuously lick their bodies like cats to ensure the cleanliness and neatness of their fur. Therefore, they will swallow a large amount of indigestible hairballs while licking their bodies. Unlike cats, rabbits do not spit out hairballs. Once hairballs form, they will become larger and mix with newly grown fur, food, and so on, thus blocking the exit of the stomach, causing starvation and abnormal bloating of the stomach.
Therefore, when feeding the Giant Angora Rabbit, it is advisable to regularly groom their fur. You can use a soft brush to brush their fur once and also check for any other problems on their bodies.
In addition, it should be noted that the glossiness and quantity of the fur of the Giant Angora Rabbit directly reflect the lack or excessive intake of nutrients. Therefore, attention should be paid to balanced nutrition when raising Giant Angora Rabbits.
Living environment
The living environment of the Giant Angora Rabbit should be clean, dry, and well-ventilated. If the environment is damp, dirty, or unhygienic, it is easy for bacteria to breed and cause skin diseases.
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