| History of the Dutch The Dutch is said to have originated in Holland, not finding their way to England until 1864. They are one of the oldest known breeds of rabbits, and one of the more popular breeds because of their docile personalties. This makes them a great breed for kids. They're a common rabbit to see at 4-H shows, as the majority of 4-Her's have that one Dutch in their barn for their fit and show rabbit, even if they raise a different breed. Many different breeds have come from the Dutch, and even more breeds have come from those. The breeds from the Dutch are: Florida White- came from crossing the Dutch, Polish, and most likely the New Zealand White together. They were recognized in the early 1960's. Harlequin- came from the Harlequin Dutch. They were first shown in 1887. Havana- they popped up in a litter of Chocolate Dutch in 1898. They came to America in 1916. Polish- came from the albino Dutch. Tan- came from a chance mating of a wild rabbit to a Dutch. |
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