The checkered giant is a breed of domestic rabbit that originated in france one of the largest rabbit breeds the checkered giant is recognized by the american rabbit breeders association the checkered giant is one of the minority of rabbit breeds with specific coat markings the markings defined in the breed standard of the checkered giant differ somewhat from those in the breed standard of the giant papillon for arba show purposes a mature checkered giant buck must weigh a . The checkered giant rabbit is a unique giant breed that usually weighs over 11 lbs with their distinctive markings and their fantastic size this breed stands out as a show rabbit but is also often seen as a family pet not as affectionate as other rabbit breeds but still friendly and good natured the checkered rabbit can get on well with everyone and will thrive in a family environment. A checkered giant rabbit is easily identified by these characteristics a large yet slim and muscular shape colored fur markings a semi arched body type a wide head with long broad ears that stand upright size its no secret that the checkered giant rabbit breed is one of the largest in the bunny world. The checkered giant distinguished by its coat markings is one of the largest domestic rabbit breeds it is sturdily built and has a long semi arched hare like body with powerful legs and a broad head with erect ears believed to have been developed in either germany or france during the early 1800s the earliest ancestors of checkered giants were produced by crossing french lops flemish giants and spotted rabbits these were eventually bred with flemish giants to create the