| General information:
history Creme d`Argent rabbits it stretches deep into antiquity. It is rare for a breed of rabbit to have such a history. However, like many other rabbits, it is not an original breed gene. This means that it appeared by crossing several breeds of rabbits, the Creme d’Argent breed not being the original breed. The Flemish Giant, Dutch, and Rhinelander breeds are breeds that are found in the animal kingdom and go so far in the past that breeders have failed to document this breed until its emergence. The Creme d’Argent breed is originally from France, as is the twin Champagne d’Argent breed. The most important difference between these two races is the color. The rabbit of the Creme d’Argent breed appeared in this country in 1925, managing to attract the eyes of many lovers and breeders of rabbit breeds. This publicity was due in large part to the color of the fur, which is considered to be part of the luxury category among rabbits. The name given to this breed, Creme d’Argent, is a French name meaning “Silver Cream”, a name that comes from the extraordinary color of this rabbit. However, many people consider that this breed is not entirely a French product, which means that the racial origins are also recognized outside the borders of France, |
Name: Creme d’Argent
Origin: France group: Large / semi-arched rabbits Weight: Between 3-4 kg Average life expectancy: up to 5-10 years Color: light orange Temperament: You must never lose sight of the fact that the personality of any rabbit is made up of 95% the contribution of the breeder and the breeder and only 5% of the genes that the rabbit carries. The same is true of the Creme d’Argent rabbit, which needs a breeder to lead it through life and shape its personality. Race status: Although a fairly popular rabbit, the Livestock Conservancy announces that this breed is endangered. At this time, this breed only exists in America and the United Kingdom. Distinctive features: Its head is of medium length, being almost neckless. Her eyes are light in color and her face is confident, with an alert expression. |
found mainly in the Netherlands and Germany. One of the races that entered Western Europe long before it appeared rasei Creme d’Argent is the Silver race. Crossbreeding of the Argentinian breed with domestic domestic breeds has become fashionable in Europe. Having as its dominant gene that of the color Silver, in the offspring obtained there were quite a few variants of silver-colored rabbits, rabbits that in time became the ancestors of the Creme d’Argent breed. In areas of France known as Champagne, French breeders began developing this beautiful breed, later calling it d’Argent. It is believed that the appearance of this breed was based on crosses between the Silver and the Flemish Giant breed or the Belgian Rabbit. These two breeds became very popular in Western Europe, although they were eventually really developed by the British.
Physical description:
Creme d’Argent rabbit breed it consists of medium-sized rabbits with very well-developed hind legs and hips. It is a breed of large rabbit, with a rounded body and raised ears. On closer inspection, you can see that his back is deep and quite thick, his shoulders being slightly narrower than his hips. Its head is of medium length, being almost neckless. Her eyes are light in color and her face is confident, with an alert expression. Her toenails are dark in color, but sometimes there are also variants that have colored nails. The color of this rabbit is cream, with a slight orange influence. Her belly is creamy to white, while her nose and muzzle are dark orange, much darker than the rest of her body. The color at the base of the fur should be a light orange, a bright and expressive color. The Creme d’Argent rabbit breed is born orange, becoming much lighter in color as it gets older. You can tell by the approximate age of the rabbit and how light its fur is.
Personality:
Creme d’Argent rabbits they are generally calm, friendly, a little noisy and rabbits who like attention. However, it is advisable to pay close attention to those times when rabbits can be aggressive. This is much more pronounced in females, who have a much higher degree of aggression than males, especially when they are pregnant, or when they are too protective of their offspring. In general, this breed of rabbit is highly regarded as a pet. You must never lose sight of the fact that the personality of any rabbit is made up of 95% the contribution of the breeder and the breeder and only 5% of the genes that the rabbit carries. The same is true of the Creme d’Argent rabbit, which needs a breeder to lead it through life and shape its personality. It would be best to keep them in pairs or even three rabbits, but never more in the same cage. When they are kept in the same cage, there is a risk of injury as a result of occasional fights or disputes. The activity level of these rabbits increases during the sunrise and sunset. In general, they will spend more time sleeping during the day, but they are very gentle and easy to walk with. If they are stressed or scared, they will make a distinctive noise and start kicking their feet in the ground quickly, as a threatening sign. Because rabbits are generally very fast-growing animals with a fragile psyche, they are not recommended as pets for children who have not been able to understand this.
Food and cage
Hay bales are their favorite food Creme d’Argent rabbits. Hay is a staple of the rabbit’s diet, and a fatter hay is a fiber-rich hay. It is very important for a rabbit breeder to follow their evolution in terms of obesity. Being kept in cages all the time, rabbits tend to gain weight. Other green leaves, especially vegetables, are essential for the health of the rabbit, and are occasionally needed to prevent digestive slippage. As for diversity, you can also offer goodies such as carrots, peaches, pears, apples, plums, strawberries or other fruits. However, you need to be careful when feeding it fruit, as it can be high in sugar. Commercial rabbit breeders also add other nutrients to their daily diet. They must always have fresh water in a bowl. Creme d’Argent rabbits are best suited indoors, which protects them from extreme temperatures, various predators and other hazards outside. It is advisable to let them walk and exercise, preferably in places where they can enjoy the fresh air and the sun’s rays. This also leads to the avoidance of obesity. Daily exercise strengthens both physical and mental capacity. When they are outside, stretch cages, fenced areas are recommended, just to give them more protection. If it is kept in a cage, it should be at least five times the size of the rabbit’s body and allow it to stand relaxed. It is not advisable for the floor of the cage to be made of wire because the rabbit could catch its legs in the wire mesh. The rabbit should have only one place to hide when he wants to sleep peacefully. It’s a good idea to take toys and have fun with them. Rabbits can be taught to do their homework in a special place.
Toilet:
Creme d’Argent rabbits requires a simple weekly brushing to remove excess fur and to prevent tangles from the hair. During the change of fur, it is advisable to brush twice a week to avoid filling your house or hair cage. Rabbits usually take care of each other, which is why it is advisable to have at least two specimens. When they take care of each other, the rabbits lick their ears, nose, tip of their head and around their eyes.
Purpose and status of the breed:
Although a fairly popular rabbit, the Livestock Conservancy announces that this breed is endangered. At this time, this breed only exists in America and the United Kingdom. The Creme d’Argent Federation and the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA) have confirmed that there are no more than 1,000 specimens of this beautiful breed worldwide.
Health problems:
Like other small animals, the Creme d’Argent rabbit can be prone to colds and viral infections. Exposure to dust, sudden changes in temperature, and low ability to withstand stress can predispose you to various diseases. These include:
– conjunctivitis is a bacterial infection of the eyelids caused by smoke and dust;
– ear problems;
– coccidiosis is an intestinal problem, a parasite caused by poor hygiene;
– bloating and obstruction of the airways due to hairballs.