1. Type - The general impression is similar to the Coloured Continental Giant. However it can be finer boned and more elegant in appearance. It Should pose in the Continental style, standing up at the front. The body is long, minimum 64cm (26in) with a strong back gently rising to full well rounded hindquarters. The underline of the body should not show a hare like arch. Front legs are strong, well proportioned and straight.
2. Table of Points.
Kg
5.0
6.0
6.5 & Over
Lb
11
13.4
14.4 & Over
Points
8
9
10
3.Head & Ears - The head is bold with well developed cheeks and bright open eyes. The large robust thick ears are held upright, well covered and rounded. Ear length should be about 25% of body length, minimum 16cm (7in).
4. Coat - Roll back, shiny and dense, 3.5 - 4cm with very visible guard hairs. The undercoat is abundant and soft, with good density.
5. Colour - Immaculate white, eyes pink or blue. Nails un-pigmented.
6 Condition - The exhibit should be in perfect state of health and bodily condition, free from soiling, particularly on the feet, ears and genital organs. The coat should reflect the overall good health of the exhibit, which should appear alert and vigorous.
Faults: Pinched muzzle. Stance a little sagging. Large dewlaps in Does; rear feet not parallel to body; slight soiling of the feet, ears or genital organs. Bare pads; fur slightly soiled or matted. Long toenails. Lack of vitality.
Serious Faults: Body length below 64cm (26in) and ears less than 16cm (7in) Flat body. Coloured nails or fur.
Disqualifications: Deformities and malfunctions, deformation of the teeth, pendant ears, ears tipped over, feet bowed or bent, crooked tail, any discernable illness or disease, blindness, incorrect eye colour, ant parasitic infection, much soiling, matted coat, soar pads (where skin is broken or scabbed), any evidence of irregular preparation for exhibition including trimming and dyeing.
The information above is provided curtousy of the British Rabbit Council - Correct at time of print
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