"the lop breeds, and Holland Lops of approximately were first shown in 1964. In 1970, the Holland Lop breed society, composed of 12 breeders in the Netherlands, was established by Adriann de Cock, with the aim of breeding Holland Lops down to . Ten years later, these smaller Holland Lops were imported to Britain by George Scott of Yorkshire via a Dutch contact. After years of selective breeding among the smallest specimens, a new breed was developed and named the ""Miniature Lop,"" which was recognised by the British Rabbit Council in 1994, with a maximum weight of . Females usually"
"the Angora, American Fuzzy Lop, and Jerseys. J Wooly produce wool. However, since the American Fuzzy Lop and Jersey Wooly are both dwarf breeds, only the much larger Angora breeds such as the English Angora, Satin Angora, Giant Angora, and French Angoras are used for commercial wool production. Their long fur is sheared, combed, or plucked (gently pulling loose hairs from the body during molting) and then spun into yarn used to make a variety of products. Angora sweaters can be purchased in many clothing stores and is generally mixed with other types of wool. In 2010, 70% of Angora"
"Jersey Giant The Jersey Giant is an American breed of domestic chicken. It was created in Burlington County, New Jersey, in the late 19th century. As the name suggests, it is a large breed, and is among the heaviest of all chicken breeds. The Jersey Giant was created by John and Thomas Black; with the intent of replacing the turkey, the kind of poultry used primarily for meat at the time. They were produced by crossing Black Javas, Black Langshans, and Dark Brahmas. The Black Jersey Giant was added to the Standard of Perfection of the American Poultry Association in"
"by Patty was granted a working standard. The American Fuzzy Lop resembles the Holland Lop with the exception of its wool. The American Fuzzy Lop weighs 3-4 lbs. as an adult with a preferred weight of bucks at 3.5 lbs. and does at 3.75 lbs. They have a very compact body, that appears very muscular. They come in most of the recognized ARBA colors. The ears of the American Fuzzy Lop do not stand erect, but rather lop along the side of the face. They have a short and flat muzzle similar to that of a cat. American Fuzzy Lops"
"or other breeds' new varieties. ""Dwarf Angora"" breeds including American Fuzzy Lop, Loin Head and Jersey Woolie, are now recognized in US by ARBA. Belgium and France have their own Dwarf Angora breeds.. There is also a rare Mini English Angora breed in New Zealand. Prior to 1939, there was one breed of ""Angora Wooler"". In 1939 ARBA reclassified ""Angora Wooler"" into ""English Type"" and ""French Type"". In 1944 ARBA officially separated Angora rabbits into two breeds: English Angora and French Angora. Rabbits of the Angora breed are adorned with ""fur"", growths of wool on the ears and the entire"
"in Columbus, Ohio, the American Fuzzy Lop was presented for its second showing, and again passed. At its third showing at the 1987 ARBA Convention in Portland, Oregon, the ARBA Standards Committee did not approve the breed. They stated a lack of uniformity from one animal to another. A new working standard was written by Jeff Hardin at the request of Patty, which was accepted. The revised standard basically described a wooled Holland, calling for a maximum weight of 4 pounds, and an ideal weight of 3½ lb In 1988, ARBA requested only the breed sponsor be allowed to bring"
"The cocks are rarely aggressive. The hens lay very large brown eggs, and are fair layers overall, known particularly as good winter layers. The birds are robust and fairly cold-hardy. The breed's plumage comes in blue as well as black and white; legs are willow in hue. Jersey Giant hens will go broody. Jersey Giant The Jersey Giant is an American breed of domestic chicken. It was created in Burlington County, New Jersey, in the late 19th century. As the name suggests, it is a large breed, and is among the heaviest of all chicken breeds. The Jersey Giant was"
"1922. The White variety was added in 1947, and Blue in 2002. Black Jersey Giants are, on average, a pound heavier than White Jersey Giants. Though the breed's present size is considerable, they were heavier in the past. For a time, they were raised as capons and as broilers by the meat industry. They grow much more slowly than today's more common meat birds, and are thus not widely used in the industry. A large amount of food and time are required for the Jersey Giant to reach its full size. The Jersey Giant is a calm and docile breed."
"British Lop The British Lop is an old pig breed native to the United Kingdom. A large, white pig, it is named for its large ears which hang over its face. The breed was originally developed as an amalgamation of several local lop-eared breeds in England, and came to be known as the British Lop in the 1960s. The earliest records of the breed are from the border of Cornwall and Devon, particularly the area around Tavistock. It is possibly related to similar breeds found around the north-western fringes of Europe, namely the Welsh, with which it was for a"
"legs that carry them off the table. English Spots are most known for their curious and fun loving nature. The English Spot is believed to be one of the oldest breeds of fancy rabbit. The exact origin of the English Spot is not known, but is thought to have come from the English Butterfly. It is thought to be a relative of the Checkered Giant due to their shared physical features, such as cheek spots, butterflies, eye circles, colored ears, and a herringbone. The Checkered Giant is a larger breed, weighing on average 10-14 pounds. The breed has been common"
"efficient commercial producer that could be sustained on 16-18% protein pellets plus hay, and live in the standard sized, all-wire cages. Because ARBA wouldn't allow German Angoras to be shown (their body type was considered too similar to other Angora breeds), Louise Walsh of Taunton, Massachusetts created a new breed. She used German Angoras, French Lops, and Flemish Giants to develop a completely different ""commercial"" body type. ARBA officially recognized the Giant Angora in 1988. Its coat includes three types of wool: soft under wool, awn fluff, and awn hair. The awn type wool exists only in the Giant and"
"weight and is particularly noted for a gentle temperament. The breed is currently higher in numbers than during the 60s and 70s, but is still listed as endangered by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. Clarissa Dickson Wright commented that ""The British Lop is rarer than the Giant Panda."" British Lop The British Lop is an old pig breed native to the United Kingdom. A large, white pig, it is named for its large ears which hang over its face. The breed was originally developed as an amalgamation of several local lop-eared breeds in England, and came to be known as"
"of pig. During the 1960s and 70s only around 11 breeders kept the British Lop going. The British Lop is a large, white-skinned pig with lop ears. It is heavy-set, and much deeper in the body than the similar Welsh or Landrace pigs. The breed was developed to be able to support itself primarily on grazing, and is still often raised outdoors. Unlike most surviving British pig breeds, the British Lop appears to have had little or no input from the imported Asian pigs used in much 19th century breeding. The breed has a good ability to put on lean"
"Continental Giant rabbit The Continental Giant, also known as the German Giant, is a very large breed of rabbit which was originally bred for meat. It is recognized by the British Rabbit Council in two categories, colored and white, but is not recognized as a breed by the American Rabbit Breeders Association. The Continental Giant, first documented in 1893, is said to have descended from the Flemish Giant. Some individuals are said to be friendly with other animals. The longest Continental Giant on record is approximately 4 feet 4 inches in length, and the heaviest weighs 53 lbs. The average"
"lifespan for the breed is 4–5 years. Continental Giant rabbit The Continental Giant, also known as the German Giant, is a very large breed of rabbit which was originally bred for meat. It is recognized by the British Rabbit Council in two categories, colored and white, but is not recognized as a breed by the American Rabbit Breeders Association. The Continental Giant, first documented in 1893, is said to have descended from the Flemish Giant. Some individuals are said to be friendly with other animals. The longest Continental Giant on record is approximately 4 feet 4 inches in length, and"
"with higher body-fat contents than the leaner, modern hog. Breeds such as the Mangalitsa hog of Hungary or Large Black pig of Great Britain are experiencing an enormous resurgence, to the point that breeders are unable to keep up with demand. When used without qualification the word 'lard' in English generally refers to wet-rendered lard, which has a very mild, neutral flavor as opposed to the more noticeably pork-flavored dry-rendered lard, or dripping. Dripping sandwiches are still popular in several European countries—Hungarian ""zsíroskenyér"" (""lardy bread"") or ""zsírosdeszka"" (""lardy plank""), and German ""Fettbemme"", seasoned pork fat. Similar snacks are sometimes served"
"such as the New Zealand, to increase both meat-to-bone ratio and litter size. Due to the large amount of high protein food they consume and the cost of this food, the selling of the Flemish Giants for meat is not profitable, as buyers want to only pay little amount of money per rabbit. Flemish Giant rabbit The Flemish Giant rabbit is a very large breed of domestic rabbit (""O. cuniculus domesticus""), and is normally considered to be the largest breed of the species. Flemish giants are a utility breed, and are most commonly bred for fur and meat. The breed"
"mature Checkered Giant buck must weigh a minimum of , and a mature doe must weigh a minimum of . ARBA does not specify a maximum weight for Checkered Giants. For the Checkered Giant, ARBA recognizes two varieties: Black (""white with black markings""), and Blue (""white with gray markings""). Each sex and variety is judged separately. Checkered Giant rabbit The Checkered Giant is a breed of domestic rabbit that originated in France. One of the largest rabbit breeds, the Checkered Giant is recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA). The British Rabbit Council (BRC) does not recognize the Checkered"
"American Jersey Cattle Club, was formed in 1868. In the USA, a distinction is sometimes made between the ""American Jersey"", which is comparatively coarse and large and has been selectively bred mainly for milk yield, and the original or ""Island"" type; the latter may also be called ""Miniature Jersey"". Jersey cattle The Jersey is a breed of small dairy cattle. Originally bred in the Channel Island of Jersey, the breed is popular for the high butterfat content of its milk and the lower maintenance costs attending its lower bodyweight, as well as its genial disposition. The Jersey is one of"
"the British Poultry Standards in 1954. The plumage is buff. The Brecon Buff Goose is distinguished from its larger relative, the American Buff Goose, not only by its weight but also by its pink feet and beak, which are characteristic of this breed. Gander's weight is 7,3-9,1 kg, female weights 6,3-8,2 kg. Brecon Buff Goose The Brecon Buff Goose is a breed of domestic geese originating in Wales. The Brecon Buff Goose was selected by Rhys Llewellyn, B.A., of The Court, St. Fagans, Swansea, South Wales. In 1929, while motoring in the Brecon Beacons he noticed a buff-coloured goose among"
"Flemish Giant rabbit The Flemish Giant rabbit is a very large breed of domestic rabbit (""O. cuniculus domesticus""), and is normally considered to be the largest breed of the species. Flemish giants are a utility breed, and are most commonly bred for fur and meat. The breed is also known for its docile nature and patience in being handled, resulting in the animals commonly being kept as pets. The Flemish Giant originated in Flanders. It was bred as early as the 16th century near the city of Ghent, Belgium. It is believed to have descended from a number of meat"
"Checkered Giant rabbit The Checkered Giant is a breed of domestic rabbit that originated in France. One of the largest rabbit breeds, the Checkered Giant is recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA). The British Rabbit Council (BRC) does not recognize the Checkered Giant, but does recognize a comparable breed, which is named the ""Giant Papillon."" The Checkered Giant is one of the minority of rabbit breeds with specific coat markings. The markings defined in the breed standard of the Checkered Giant differ somewhat from those in the breed standard of the Giant Papillon. For ARBA show purposes, a"
"Rose Comb Clean Legged (RCCL), All Other Comb Clean Legged (AOCCL), Feather Legged, and Game Bantam Ducks: Heavy, Medium, Light, and Bantam Geese: Heavy, Medium, and Light Turkeys: Judged as one class. Guinea Fowl: Judged as one class. American Standard of Perfection The American Standard of Perfection is the official breed standard for the poultry fancy in North America. First published in 1874 by the American Poultry Association, the ""Standard of Perfection"" (commonly referred to as ""the ""Standard"""") classifies and describes the standard physical appearance, coloring and temperament for all recognized breeds of poultry, including chickens, ducks, turkeys, and geese."
"Most American Belgians are a light chestnut with a flaxen mane and tail. The head is relatively small and well-shaped. American Belgians in North America are not as large as the European Brabant but are of a similar build. Currently, the world's tallest horse is a Belgian Draft horse named Big Jake, a gelding born in 2000. He stands tall. The world's largest Belgian Draft was named Brooklyn Supreme. He weighed and stood at . Belgians have a high occurrence of junctional epidermolysis bullosa (JEB), an inherited genetic disorder that causes newborn foals to lose large areas of skin and"
"island, which continued exports of the meat to the continent of Europe. The breed is listed in the Ark of Taste, an international catalogue of endangered heritage foods that the global Slow Food movement maintains. Craft spinners and weavers like the wool for its softness and rich brown colour. The crafters use the un-dyed material to produce woolens and tweeds. The wool from Jersey's flock of Loaghtans (see below) is sold locally. The Loaghtan's wool has a high coating of lanolin wax, also known as wool wax or wool grease. Warm weather makes the lanolin viscous, which aids shearing. Some"
"with the ""curly"" variant rex fur. Created using Astrex as well as Holland Lop and Mini Rex base stock, the Canadian Plush Lop is a curly breed. It has a more fully arched conformation than the other rex lops, is very bold and friendly, and excels at rabbit agility. The breed does not carry the dwarf gene and so tends to be four to six pounds in adult weight. Canadian Plush Lops were developed mainly in Alberta since the mid-1990s. The work was initiated by Dr. Helga Vierich and Brenda Wheeler, two Edmonton area breeders, and a Breeder's Group, formed"
"between Chinchilla and Flemish Giant breeds; it originates in the United States. This breed is used primarily as a commercial meat rabbit. Chinchilla rabbit Chinchilla rabbits are a group of three rabbit breeds that have been bred for a coat that resembles that of chinchillas. Despite their name, they are not related to and cannot interbreed with chinchillas, which are a species of rodent. Rabbits are lagomorphs. A mutation diluted the yellow pigment in the hairs to almost white, changing in this way the color of the fur of the wild rabbit (agouti) into chinchilla. There are three breeds of"
"American Buff goose The American Buff goose is a breed of domestic goose native to the United States. It was first recognized by the American Poultry Association in 1947. The breed is named for its single color variety, which is an apricot or fawn hue rather than literally buff. They are medium-weight birds, with ganders averaging and geese 16. Like most other domestic geese, it was developed from the greylag goose of Europe and Asia. Whether it was bred independently from a mutation with grey geese or from buff imported stock from Europe is unclear. It is a dual purpose"
"American coot (""Fulica americana"") came to represent 65% by number and 83% by biomass of the diet of the local owls, also including secondarily grebes, smaller rails and shorebirds as well as upland-based species like grey partridge (""Perdix perdix""), sharp-tailed grouse and passerines. 77% of the ducks in that study were juveniles, the largest duck being a male mallard (""Anas platyrhnychos"") weighing approximately , but nearly all the coots were adults. On Protection Island, Washington, where they are no native land mammals, rhinoceros auklets (""Cerorhinca monocerata""), both adults and nestlings, were the most numerous prey, present in 93% of 120"
"her Fuzzy Lops to Convention in Madison, Wisconsin because of limited cage space. The American Fuzzy Lop had to pass that year to become a recognized breed or else its proponents would have to start the procedure all over again. Fortunately, Patty's presentation passed at this Convention, and the American Fuzzy Lop became a new recognized breed. In 1989 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Helen McKie's ""Herbie"" was selected as the first Best of Breed (BOB) American Fuzzy Lop at an ARBA Convention. Herbie's picture graced the ARBA Standard of Perfection, 1991–95, representing Fuzzies well but only the American Fuzzy Lop presented"
"South Africa, and New Zealand, among others. Among the smallest of the dairy breeds, the average Jersey cow matures at approximately , with a typical weight range between . According to North Dakota State University, the fat content of the Jersey cow's milk is 4.9 percent. It is also the highest in protein, at 3.8 percent. This high fat content means the milk is often used for making ice cream and cheeses. According to the American Jersey Cattle Association, Jerseys are found on 20 percent of all US dairy farms and are the primary breed in about 4 percent of"
"(0.7%), and crude ash (1%). The meat is taken from domestic cattle, the bison, African buffalo, the water buffalo, the yak, and the four-horned and spiral-horned antelopes. Dried paddywhack is commonly packaged and sold as a dog treat. It is referred to in the children's nursery rhyme ""This Old Man"", in reference to the fact that the old man is playing the bones; sheep bones. Paddywhack Paddywhack (also spelled paddywack) or nuchal ligament (), is a strong elastic ligament in the midline of the neck of sheep or cattle which relieves the animal of the weight of its head. It"
"American rabbit The American Rabbit is a breed of rabbit, recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA) in 1917. By the ARBA standard, American rabbits have a mandolin body shape and a coat ideal for use as fur. It has also been noted for a good 'sweet' temperament and good mothering abilities. As with all domestic rabbits, the American breed is of the species ""Oryctolagus cuniculus"", the European wild rabbit. The American Rabbit was originally accepted into the ARBA as a 'Blue' rabbit, and historically has been characterized as having the deepest, darkest fur of all blue or grey"