Himalayan rabbit

[3] They have fine bone and a skinny body, and, unlike many other breeds, were never raised primarily for meat.

The breed's main purpose is for show, but in its past, it was raised for its white pelt.

[2][4] The Himalayan was finally introduced to the United States during the Belgian hare boom that began in 1898, during which the popularity of domestic rabbits increased dramatically.

The pelt, which greatly resembles that of ermine, was quickly popular with rabbit breeders who would harvest the valuable fur to sell.

Himalayan rabbits were often made into fur coats, sometimes masquerading as authentic ermine.

The Californian was added to many other breeds (like Champagne d'Argents and some lines of Cinnamon) to improve body type, so Himalayan marked sports pop up sometimes.

Eye and genital markings are not a disqualification because Smut is not on the usable portion of the pelt.

If the Smut spreads onto the usable portion of the pelt, such as the belly or on the pin bones, it is a disqualification.

For toenails to noticeably change, the rabbit would be greatly suffering due to the high heat intolerance of the breed.

Himalayans may develop smut after just ten minutes of contact with cold objects.

Because of their constantly changing colors, most Himalayan breeders do not look at markings as a factor when making breeding plans.

A baby who was chilled in the nest box is often called "frosty," which is not to be confused with frosted pearl.

Himalayan marked rabbits without pink eyes are usually misidentified sable points or of mixed heritage.