Velveteen Lops
We grew our herd in the next couple of years by adding many lines including Arroyo, Matthys, Lilacs N Lops and ATS. We learned a lot about breeding to the SOP (even when it changes), working on type over color and genetic defects. After learning that the local 4H rules wouldn't allow non ARBA rabbits to be shown we added other breeds for our kids to show but still the VL are our favorites.
We were able to show at open shows quite a bit in 2017-2018. Even attending our first ARBA National Conference in Indianapolis in 2017. It was very exciting when Promise Acre Doc Holiday placed 6th/18 that year in SR solid bucks & Promise Acre Julian broken JR buck placed 1st. The following convention we were able to send a senior doe, Promise Acre Susan B Anthony and she was awarded BOSV in brokens while our new REW doe Arroyo Nairobi placed 2 out of 18 in SR solid does.
As VL breeders are few and far between we have learned the ins and outs of rabbit transportation. Our rabbits have been shipped to many other breeders as far as Texas, Washington State, Alaska, & Canada.
In fall of 2018 we bought a 20 acre farm in need of lot's of TLC and cut both our breeding and showing back. 2019 only resulted in 2 litters, most were culled due to various issues, bad teeth and crooked legs were two of them. We have persisted through and in January 2020 we were excited to bring more new blood, Taylor Tails Frosty Jr, a broken sallander buck .
Please note we no longer sell "pet" quality Velveteen Lops if they're for sale it's because we would use them in our program as brood stock or show. Unfortunately a common issue with any new breed is people not educating themselves and selling poor quality animals at top prices. Please ask questions, I have no problem discussing a rabbit's flaws and potential. If you're wanting "just a pet" I don't have an issue with that but prices are set and all of them will come with a pedigree.
UPDATE: Velveteen Lops failed their 2021 COD presentation. The COD that was to follow it was cancelled by ARBA, new COD holders are working on a new COD but they have a 2 year wait to present again. Looking forward to that at the 2024 National Convention. We will be continuing with Velveteen Lops but less litters than we've had in the past.
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We were able to show at open shows quite a bit in 2017-2018. Even attending our first ARBA National Conference in Indianapolis in 2017. It was very exciting when Promise Acre Doc Holiday placed 6th/18 that year in SR solid bucks & Promise Acre Julian broken JR buck placed 1st. The following convention we were able to send a senior doe, Promise Acre Susan B Anthony and she was awarded BOSV in brokens while our new REW doe Arroyo Nairobi placed 2 out of 18 in SR solid does.
As VL breeders are few and far between we have learned the ins and outs of rabbit transportation. Our rabbits have been shipped to many other breeders as far as Texas, Washington State, Alaska, & Canada.
In fall of 2018 we bought a 20 acre farm in need of lot's of TLC and cut both our breeding and showing back. 2019 only resulted in 2 litters, most were culled due to various issues, bad teeth and crooked legs were two of them. We have persisted through and in January 2020 we were excited to bring more new blood, Taylor Tails Frosty Jr, a broken sallander buck .
Please note we no longer sell "pet" quality Velveteen Lops if they're for sale it's because we would use them in our program as brood stock or show. Unfortunately a common issue with any new breed is people not educating themselves and selling poor quality animals at top prices. Please ask questions, I have no problem discussing a rabbit's flaws and potential. If you're wanting "just a pet" I don't have an issue with that but prices are set and all of them will come with a pedigree.
UPDATE: Velveteen Lops failed their 2021 COD presentation. The COD that was to follow it was cancelled by ARBA, new COD holders are working on a new COD but they have a 2 year wait to present again. Looking forward to that at the 2024 National Convention. We will be continuing with Velveteen Lops but less litters than we've had in the past.
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VELVETEEN LOP SOP
by Lana Westerfield to be presented in 2024
Groups: Agouti, Pointed White, Self, Shaded, Ticked, Wide Band
To be entered and shown in Solid Pattern
SCHEDULE OF POINTS
General Type…………………………………………………………………71
Body………………………………………………………35
Head………………………………………………………10
Feet, Legs and Bone………………………………..5
Ears………………………………………………………..21
Length, width, position………..7
Substance and Shape……………7
Texture and Condition………….7
Fur…………………………………………………………………………………20
Color……………………………………………………………………………….4
Condition………………………………………………………………………..5
Total Points……………………………………………………………………100
Showroom Classes and Weights
Senior Bucks: 6 months of age and over. 5 – 6 ½ pounds, ideal weight 5 ¾ pounds.
Senior Does: 6 months of age and over. 5 -7 pounds, ideal weight 6 ¼ pounds.
Junior Bucks and Does: Under 6 months of age. 3 ½ pounds minimum, 5 pounds maximum.
Note: Juniors exceeding maximum junior weight may be shown in a higher age classification. No animal may be shown in a lower age classification than its true age.
Overall balance and quality shall be the deciding factors in assessing merit and worth. Assessing exclusively on the unique ears shall be avoided. Measurement of ears on the Velveteen Lop is to be taken from the tip of one ear to the tip of the other ear. A yardstick is strongly recommended for the most accurate measurement, and shall be set just behind the base of the ears, resting on the neck. Ears are to be stretched to their greatest span. Do not fold the ears. Measurement of width should be taken in several different places across the back side of the ear to determine the widest point.
General Type
Body – Points 35: The Velveteen Lop is a semi-arch breed and shall be posed with the foreleg and hocks flat on the table. In profile, the mandolin shape should be present. The topline should present a definite arch, starting at the back of the shoulders and reaching its highest point over the center of the hips, rounding over the hips to complete the arch. The shoulders should blend smoothly into the midsection, and the midsection should blend smoothly into the hindquarters. The body is to have a well-developed hindquarter, midsection and shoulder. The chest being full and rounded, with a very small dewlap permissible on bucks; an evenly carried, well rounded dewlap is permissible on does. When viewed from above, the sides should taper slightly from the hindquarters to the shoulders.
Faults - Lack of arch; chopped, cut off hindquarters; narrow shoulders; pinched or undercut hips; short coupled, compact type. Cut severely for poor flesh coverage and overly thin specimens. Cut severely for arch starting behind ears, at the nape of the neck
Disqualification from Competition - Pigeon breast; deviated sternum.
Head – Points 10: The head is to be well-shaped, with wide to moderately full cheeks and tapering to a wide muzzle. Skull is to be of medium length, with a curvature when viewed in profile. Neck is to be short.
Faults - Hollow cheeks; pinched or snipey muzzle.
Feet, Legs and Bone – Points 5: Legs are to be medium boned, short to medium in length, straight and parallel to the body with good width between the hocks. Difference in pigmentation between the front and rear toenails is permitted.
Faults – Weak ankles.
Disqualifications from Competition – Extremely long, fine bone. General toenail disqualifications apply to all groups.
Ears – Points 21:
Length, width and position – Points 7: Ears are to be carried low on the head with no noticeable crown. Ears should hang loose and close to the body, with ear opening to the front and not turned towards the head. Length is to be a minimum of 14 inches from tip to tip for seniors and a minimum of 11 inches for juniors. Width of the ears should be approximately ¼ of the total length of the ear. Length of the ear is to balance with the body.
Substance and shape – Points 7: Ears are to be uniformly thick enough to not be easily blemished or torn, yet thin enough to maintain the longitudinal crease in the ears. Ears are to be well rounded and wide at the tips.
Texture and Condition – Points 7: Ears are to be very soft, smooth and pliable. They are to be free from tears, pimples and blemishes.
Faults -Cut severely for the appearance of any crown or for ear opening turning to the head. Ears should not be pointed or trowel shaped.
Disqualification from Competition - Ears less than 14 inches in length for seniors and ears less than 11 inches for juniors. Tears, holes and blemishes which noticeably detract from the appearance of the animal.
Fur – Points 20: The fur is to be dense, straight and upright, with the ideal length of 5/8 inch. It is to be the same length and texture over the entire body. The fur is to feel and look extremely smooth and even. The guard hairs, which are not to be noticeably protruding, are to be very plentiful and evenly distributed. The fur is to have a lustrous appearance, good body, and a plush like effect, which offers a distinct springy resistance to the touch. The coat should be uniformly dense, showing little or no skin on the base of the pelt.
Faults – Fur that is dull, lacking luster, or density. Noticeably protruding guard hairs, harsh; wiry, soft or silky textured fur; wavy or uneven fur; fur which lacks guard hairs and therefore lies flat when stroked.
Disqualification from Competition – Average fur length that is less than 3/8 inch or more than 7/8 inch.
Color – Points 4: All colors should conform to one of the recognized Velveteen Lop Color Guide descriptions.
Condition – Points 5: Per ARBA definition.
by Lana Westerfield to be presented in 2024
Groups: Agouti, Pointed White, Self, Shaded, Ticked, Wide Band
To be entered and shown in Solid Pattern
SCHEDULE OF POINTS
General Type…………………………………………………………………71
Body………………………………………………………35
Head………………………………………………………10
Feet, Legs and Bone………………………………..5
Ears………………………………………………………..21
Length, width, position………..7
Substance and Shape……………7
Texture and Condition………….7
Fur…………………………………………………………………………………20
Color……………………………………………………………………………….4
Condition………………………………………………………………………..5
Total Points……………………………………………………………………100
Showroom Classes and Weights
Senior Bucks: 6 months of age and over. 5 – 6 ½ pounds, ideal weight 5 ¾ pounds.
Senior Does: 6 months of age and over. 5 -7 pounds, ideal weight 6 ¼ pounds.
Junior Bucks and Does: Under 6 months of age. 3 ½ pounds minimum, 5 pounds maximum.
Note: Juniors exceeding maximum junior weight may be shown in a higher age classification. No animal may be shown in a lower age classification than its true age.
Overall balance and quality shall be the deciding factors in assessing merit and worth. Assessing exclusively on the unique ears shall be avoided. Measurement of ears on the Velveteen Lop is to be taken from the tip of one ear to the tip of the other ear. A yardstick is strongly recommended for the most accurate measurement, and shall be set just behind the base of the ears, resting on the neck. Ears are to be stretched to their greatest span. Do not fold the ears. Measurement of width should be taken in several different places across the back side of the ear to determine the widest point.
General Type
Body – Points 35: The Velveteen Lop is a semi-arch breed and shall be posed with the foreleg and hocks flat on the table. In profile, the mandolin shape should be present. The topline should present a definite arch, starting at the back of the shoulders and reaching its highest point over the center of the hips, rounding over the hips to complete the arch. The shoulders should blend smoothly into the midsection, and the midsection should blend smoothly into the hindquarters. The body is to have a well-developed hindquarter, midsection and shoulder. The chest being full and rounded, with a very small dewlap permissible on bucks; an evenly carried, well rounded dewlap is permissible on does. When viewed from above, the sides should taper slightly from the hindquarters to the shoulders.
Faults - Lack of arch; chopped, cut off hindquarters; narrow shoulders; pinched or undercut hips; short coupled, compact type. Cut severely for poor flesh coverage and overly thin specimens. Cut severely for arch starting behind ears, at the nape of the neck
Disqualification from Competition - Pigeon breast; deviated sternum.
Head – Points 10: The head is to be well-shaped, with wide to moderately full cheeks and tapering to a wide muzzle. Skull is to be of medium length, with a curvature when viewed in profile. Neck is to be short.
Faults - Hollow cheeks; pinched or snipey muzzle.
Feet, Legs and Bone – Points 5: Legs are to be medium boned, short to medium in length, straight and parallel to the body with good width between the hocks. Difference in pigmentation between the front and rear toenails is permitted.
Faults – Weak ankles.
Disqualifications from Competition – Extremely long, fine bone. General toenail disqualifications apply to all groups.
Ears – Points 21:
Length, width and position – Points 7: Ears are to be carried low on the head with no noticeable crown. Ears should hang loose and close to the body, with ear opening to the front and not turned towards the head. Length is to be a minimum of 14 inches from tip to tip for seniors and a minimum of 11 inches for juniors. Width of the ears should be approximately ¼ of the total length of the ear. Length of the ear is to balance with the body.
Substance and shape – Points 7: Ears are to be uniformly thick enough to not be easily blemished or torn, yet thin enough to maintain the longitudinal crease in the ears. Ears are to be well rounded and wide at the tips.
Texture and Condition – Points 7: Ears are to be very soft, smooth and pliable. They are to be free from tears, pimples and blemishes.
Faults -Cut severely for the appearance of any crown or for ear opening turning to the head. Ears should not be pointed or trowel shaped.
Disqualification from Competition - Ears less than 14 inches in length for seniors and ears less than 11 inches for juniors. Tears, holes and blemishes which noticeably detract from the appearance of the animal.
Fur – Points 20: The fur is to be dense, straight and upright, with the ideal length of 5/8 inch. It is to be the same length and texture over the entire body. The fur is to feel and look extremely smooth and even. The guard hairs, which are not to be noticeably protruding, are to be very plentiful and evenly distributed. The fur is to have a lustrous appearance, good body, and a plush like effect, which offers a distinct springy resistance to the touch. The coat should be uniformly dense, showing little or no skin on the base of the pelt.
Faults – Fur that is dull, lacking luster, or density. Noticeably protruding guard hairs, harsh; wiry, soft or silky textured fur; wavy or uneven fur; fur which lacks guard hairs and therefore lies flat when stroked.
Disqualification from Competition – Average fur length that is less than 3/8 inch or more than 7/8 inch.
Color – Points 4: All colors should conform to one of the recognized Velveteen Lop Color Guide descriptions.
Condition – Points 5: Per ARBA definition.