Dutch rabbits were created from rabbits originally imported to England from the Netherlands during the 1700s. These rabbits were brought in weekly for meat. This particular breed, with its unique color pattern, was selected and developed further from those original rabbits. Today, Dutch Rabbits are a small 3.5-5.5 pound rabbit with short fur covered ears, and a very distinct white with a color fur. Their fur is short and glossy. The six recognized colors for show are: Black, Blue, Chocolate, Gray, Steel, and Tortoiseshell. They are in the top ten breeds of rabbits for popularity. Dutch Rabbit Ring is a community of websites by Dutch Rabbit owners. These websites provide information on their life history, nutritional needs, house, and any medical concerns. Many feature pictures of prize winning rabbits. Prospective owners, breeders, and those with an interest in the various rabbit breeds will enjoy surfing this webring.