AFRMA FANCY RATS
Varieties
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animal’s color. Because of differences in monitors (CRT/LCD) and how the monitor is adjusted, the colors
may be different.
Varieties
STANDARD - The coat to be short, smooth, and glossy with the males having somewhat longer
and coarser hair. It should show a natural high shine and densely cover the body. Color to conform
to a recognized color or pattern.
Pink-Eyed White rats owned by Nancy Ferris. Photo ©1997 Craig Robbins.
REX - The coat to be evenly dense and not excessively harsh, with as few guard hairs
as possible. Coat to be evenly curled and also to a lesser extent on the belly. Curly vibrissae
(whiskers) are normal for Rex. Color to conform to a recognized color or pattern. (English, N.F.R.S.)
Agouti AOC Rex rat owned and bred by Geri Hauser. Photo ©1992 Larry Ferris.
TAILLESS - Tailless rats may be shown in any recognized color, marking, or Variety. The
distinct feature is the complete absence of a tail. Tailless rats may have a cobbier body and will
have a rounded rump.
Black Self Tailless rat owned and bred by Jazmyn Concolor. Photo ©1996 Craig Robbins.
HAIRLESS - Hairless rats should have a thin, bright, rather translucent skin, free of
scars or pimples, and be as hairless as possible. The skin may be of any color or recognized
marking, and wrinkling should not be penalized. The eyes may be of any color, but should be
bright and free from any problems. The ears should be very large and wrinkle free. The whiskers
may be very short or missing.
Hairless rat owned by Lorryta Bowker. Photo ©1996 Craig Robbins.
SATIN - Satin rats may be shown in any recognized color or markings. The ideal coat has
a unique and distinct appearance with its lustrous sheen. The coat is thinner and longer looking.
The hair should be fine to the touch. The coat has a sparkling look on some colors; white on
the animals will have a yellow cast. (Karen Robbins - Karen's Kritters)
Blue Self Satin rat owned by Nancy Ferris, bred by Nichole Royer. Photo ©2001 Karen Robbins.
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DUMBO - Dumbo rats to be shown in any recognized color, marking, or variety. The
distinguishing feature being their low ear set. The ears are large and round, set low on the
sides of the head. Head to form an equilateral triangle when viewed from above.
Fawn Hooded Rex Dumbo dad owned by Gina Hendricks, Fawn Hooded Rex Dumbos and Hairless Dumbo
kids owned and bred by Gina Hendricks. Photo ©1998 Larry Ferris.
For complete details of the Standards, please refer to the AFRMA Show Regulations & Standards book.
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