Polish Rabbit

This is a neat, compact and sprightly rabbit weighing between 22 and 3 lb. Their origin is unknown, but it is probable that they were first bred from Dutch or Himalayans.Some Polish were certainly produced in this way in England during the 186os and 7.0s, although at the same time a very similar breed occurred on the Continent. At this time they were a good deal larger than the present breed, weighing between 31 and 41- lb.
Although no one at the present time would consider the Polish a utility animal, some 40 or 5o years ago they were in great demand on the Continent, particularly in Belgium,as an epicurean luxury, the rabbits for this purpose being fed largely on milk and meal.
The Red-Eyed White Polish is of course an albino, whilst the Luc-Eyed White carries the factor for Vienna White .Although from time to time colored Polish appeared, they were not recognized until a few years ago.