Tan

The Tan rabbit is a small, athletic fancy breed marked by a sharp contrast between a dark top color and bright tan markings on the belly, chest, nostrils, eye circles, ears, and feet. Black, blue, chocolate, and lilac Tans are the familiar color bases in many standards. The breed has a lively, arched type that separates it from heavier commercial rabbits with similar tan-pattern genetics.

Tan rabbits are often energetic, so they benefit from secure exercise space and calm handling from an early age. The short coat is not difficult to maintain, but the markings make cleanliness and color boundaries important for exhibitors. Breeders select for rich tan, clean side lines, correct top color, and a balanced racy body without losing soundness. Pet owners should be prepared for a bright, active rabbit rather than assuming small size means a quiet lap animal.

Colors: Agouti, Black, Black with Tan Markings, Blue, Blue with Tan Markings, Broken, Charlie, Chestnut, Chinchilla, Chocolate, Chocolate with Tan Markings, Cream, Fawn, Harlequin, Himalayan, Lilac, Lilac with Tan Markings, Lynx, Magpie, Marten, Opal, Orange, Otter, Pointed White, Red, Sable, Seal, Squirrel, Tortoise, Tri-Color, Vienna Marked, White