The American Rabbit Breeder's Association (ARBA) recognizes cavies in thirteen breeds. All breeds are recognized in the following varieties, except as as noted for the White Cresteds. The Tan Pattern Group is currently recognized for Americans and Teddies only.
Self Colors
Beige, Black, Chocolate, Cream, Lilac, Red Eyed Orange, Red, *White.
Solids
Brindle, *Roan, Dilute Solid, Golden Solid, Silver Solid.
Agoutis
Dilute Agouti, Golden Agouti, Silver Agouti.
Marked
**Broken Color, *Dalmatian, *Dutch, *Himalayan, Tortoiseshell, * Tortoise Shell & White
Tan Pattern
Black, Blue, Chocolate, Lilac.
* = color not accepted for White Cresteds.
** = broken colors having white as part of the color make up are not accepted for White Cresteds.
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