At a glance the quick version
ARBA type: bucks 8-10.5 lb, does 8.5-11 lb (max 11 lb). The UK Argente Creme is much smaller, about 2.3 kg (5 lb).
Coat and looks how to spot one
short, dense rollback fur on a commercial-type body
A sturdy meat-type rabbit with full shoulders, deep hindquarters and medium, well-rounded ears. The coat is creamy white with a warm orange glow, because the undercolour is bright orange right down to the skin and orange guard hairs are mixed through a silvered surface.1325
Personality what they are like
A calm, laid-back rabbit that is easy to pick up and handle, which makes it a good choice for first-time keepers. Its size suits adults and families with older children who can support a heavy rabbit properly.13
Daily activity how busy a day looks
Needs a spacious enclosure and regular time out to stretch and move about.3
Grooming and care the hands-on bits
Short rollback fur needs little grooming beyond occasional brushing; check ears and teeth as part of routine care, and avoid bathing.3
Home where they are happiest
Can live indoors or outdoors if sheltered from heat and cold; needs a large enclosure with bedding that is spot-cleaned daily and changed weekly.3
Food basics what goes in the bowl
At least 70% hay, plus pellets, leafy greens, vegetables and small amounts of fruit, with fresh water always available.3
Company who they like around
The story where it all began
The Creme d'Argent is an old French breed that was already being shown near Paris in 1877. It reached New York state in the 1920s, where breeders such as Harry Clauss gave it a more commercial American body type. ARBA saw it shown in 1936 and set a working standard in 1938.13
Fun facts for the dinner table
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Its first written mention is a report on the 1877 Jardin d'Acclimatation rabbit show near Paris.1
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According to The Livestock Conservancy, the breed now survives only in the US and the UK, with fewer than 1,000 animals worldwide.1
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The US Creme d'Argent is roughly twice the weight of the British Argente Creme.2
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Only 43 were shown at the 2006 ARBA National Convention.2
Recognised by the official bits
- ARBA
- Recognised, one colour; maximum 11 lb. National club: Crème d'Argent Rabbit Federation. ARBA describes it as one of the rarest breeds, with fewer than 1,000 in the US.4
- ARBA
- First shown in the US at the 1936 ARBA convention in Fort Wayne, Indiana; a working US standard was set in 1938 (PetGuide dates recognition to around 1940).1
- British Rabbit Council
- Recognised as the Argente Creme, a smaller type of about 2.3 kg.2
- The Livestock Conservancy
- Conservation Priority List: Watch (earlier listed as Threatened).1
How many Fewer than 1,000 animals worldwide (The Livestock Conservancy, retrieved 2026; ARBA also states fewer than 1,000 in the US)14
The care rhythm Furry Diary remembers it for you
A typical home-care rhythm for a Creme d'Argent. It is our own starting plan, not a vet's advice, and you can change every line in the app.
- BrushingDaily while moultingevery week
- Nail trimevery 6 weeks
- Teeth checkTeeth never stop growingevery week
- Fresh hayUnlimited hay every dayevery day
- Spot cleanevery day
- Full cleanevery week
- Bottom checkCheck the fur around the tail stays clean, especially in summerevery day
- Free roamAt least 4 hours of running space a dayevery day
- VaccinationsSchedule as your vet recommendsas your vet recommends
- Vet check-upevery year
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Where this comes from
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- Creme d'Argent Rabbit - The Livestock Conservancy livestockconservancy.orgused for history, weights, temperament, conservation, population
- Argenté rabbit - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.orgused for BRC type, coat, show numbers
- Creme d'Argent Rabbit - PetGuide petguide.comused for lifespan, care, diet, housing, body type
- ARBA - Recognized Breeds arba.netused for ARBA recognition, max weight, club
- The Livestock Conservancy - Quick Reference Guide to Heritage Rabbits (2021) livestockconservancy.orgused for ear shape note
Checked 2026-09-30. Text is written in our own words from these sources.