Palomino

Rabbit · Commercial · 0 live listings

Palominos were developed in Washington state in the 1950s and recognized by ARBA in 1957. They come in golden and lynx, and are a calm, commercial-type meat rabbit that also suits families wanting a large, easygoing pet.

At a glance

Purpose
Meat, show
Origin
Washington, US
Mature weight
8–11 lb
Lifespan
7–10 years
Temperament
Calm, gentle
Best fit
Meat, pets
Species
Rabbit
Category
Livestock
Group
Commercial
Registries
ARBA, Breeder pedigree (three generation)
Papers
5 categories
DocilityVery calm
HardinessSturdy
Grooming loadLow grooming
Beginner fitGood meat rabbit

Scales follow breed-club and veterinary consensus; individual animals vary. Listings show what each seller has on file.

The tradeoffs, honestly

Palominos need space and feed. Their color is hard to breed evenly for show.

Common questions

What colors are Palominos?

Golden and lynx.

What health checks should a Palomino have?

Check teeth and feet for sore hocks. Ask about RHDV2 vaccination and E. cuniculi history.

Are Palominos good meat rabbits?

Yes. They grow well and are calm.

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Health tests to ask for
Veterinary exam on fileRHDV2 vaccinationDental check on fileE. cuniculi testBreeder’s litter recordMicrochip registered

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