Charlet's Rabbitry

Angora rabbits came in one of 4 types:  English, French, German/Giant and Satin.

English Angoras came from Turkey, the breed is at least 200 years old.  Compact in size and stature, this  angora weighs in at around six pounds.

The French Angora was developed before the English Angora, specifically for its wool.  Teh French people used to hand pluck its wool and spin it for clothing.  This breed weighs in around nine pounds and has less hair on its head, ears, and legs.

Bathed in fur, the Giant Angora, with its dramatic appearance tends to stand out among the rest of the Angora breeds.It's larger than the English or the Satin, weighing in at around 9 pounds.  The coat is similar to the English Angora in that it has longer furnishings.

Satin Angoras are slightly smaller than the English Angora, Satins usually weigh around seven pounds.  It comes in the same color varieties as the English and the French.  The Satin, as its name implies, has shinier, silkier hair than its counterparts. The Satins are considered a rare breed.

 First of all, I just want to state I did not plan on raising Angoras, but I love to spin.  These rabbits are so addicting and come in so many varieties..

Carl was given to me by my dear friend Sarah.  I wanted to lear how to spin, so Carl was my practice rabbit.  He has a wonderful demeanor.  Loves his hay.  Loves to be held and groomed.

Oliver was given to me by Joy Weer, Sandy, OR.  He is so sweet and acts like a puppy dog.  Loves his hay.  He makes a great addition to my Angora line.

Blackthorne is not ready for pics just yet.

Moon Dust came to from Cindy's Tresures in Klama, WA.  He is a beautiful blue color.  He loves to escape!

Chesterfield was named after a small town in England.  He also came from Goat Mountain View.  Even though chestnut is not a popular color, I love his coloring just the same.

Carla also came from Joy Weer.  I just fell in love with her coloring and quality of wool.  She is the sweetest little rabbit.

Ostara was named after the Viking Goddess of Spring.  Ostara is Idunna's sister.  She also came from Cindy's Treasures in Klama, WA.  For some reason she loves to sleep under the water bottle, not so good for the wool.

Idunna was named after the Viking Goddess of Winter.  Idunna and Ostara are sisters.  She also came from Cindy's Treasures in Klama, WA.