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.
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 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.

Appearance

For the Checkered Giant, ARBA recognizes two varieties: Black, and Blue. Each sex and variety is judged separately.
CategoryAgeMinimum
Weight
Maximum
Weight
Senior Does8+ months old
Senior Bucks8+ months old
Intermediate Does & Bucks6-8 months old
Junior Does & Bucks3-6 months old
Pre-Junior Does & Bucks<3 months old