The American Rabbit is a breed of rabbit, recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA) in 1917. According to the ARBA Standard of Perfection, American rabbits have a mandolin body shape.[1] It has also been noted for a docile temperament and good mothering abilities.[2] As with all domestic rabbits, the American breed is of the species Oryctolagus cuniculus, the European wild rabbit.