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- 07/23/2018 at 10:49 AM
  newbunnyowner
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  I adopted a male bunny from a family that couldn’t care for him anymore. They believed him to be a Polish rabbit, but I think he might be a Mini Rex. I am a new bunny owner so I could be wrong, but his fur is very dense and soft and I think it feels like a Rex but its been awhile since I’ve pet a Rex Also my rabbit is 4 lbs which would be a bit large for a Polish but not unheard of. What do you think? I put pictures in the attachments.
  
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- 07/23/2018 at 11:42 AM
  Wick & Fable
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  Welcome to BB! I’ve inserted the images for you. So other members can see it, you need to click on “insert image” once it appears under your attachments.
  
  Unfortunately, I only know Netherland dwarves so I cannot help with breed identification!
  
  The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.
- 07/23/2018 at 11:58 AM
  newbunnyowner
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  Thanks Wick!
- 07/23/2018 at 9:52 PM
  kurottabun
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  He does look like a rex with that plushy fur. Is he full grown?
- 07/23/2018 at 10:23 PM
  LBJ10
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  Rex
- 07/24/2018 at 4:50 PM
  newbunnyowner
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  Yes he is full grown. Thank you both for your help, I’ll consider him a Rex
- 07/24/2018 at 10:11 PM
  jerseygirl
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  Oh yes, mini rex. What’s his name?
  
  A couple things with rexes and mini rexes: They can be prone to weight gain, and that can lead to sore hocks. They’re already prone too that due to less fur padding then regular fur breeds. Keeping nails short helps avoid sore hocks also. Their nails look more obvious because they don’t have the longer guard hair covering them.
- 07/25/2018 at 11:36 AM
  Nutmeg
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  He is CUTE! That is what he is!
  Love his markings!!
- 07/25/2018 at 1:31 PM
  tobyluv
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  I had a Rex bunny named Isabel with very similar markings. Your rabbit looks so much like she did and is very cute! It’s wonderful that you took him into your home.
- 07/25/2018 at 4:18 PM
  newbunnyowner
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  His name is Spot. Very original I know, my four year old was in charge of the naming Thanks everyone for the comments and advice.
- 07/26/2018 at 6:02 PM
  LittlePuffyTail
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  Since you already have your answer, I’m just going to throw in a ((((((((SQUEE!!!))))) So cute!!! I have a little thing for Rexs….my first (and super amazing) bun was a Mini Rex.
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