Hawthorn Rat Varieties

Topaz odd eye owned and bred by Elane Bartley

Other names:

Genetics:

No particular gene. Some of the genes that give blazes and headspots can also dilute the colour of one or both eyes. Topaz and buff rats seem especially prone to this effect.

Description:

Odd-eye rats may be shown in any recognized color. The unique feature is one eye pink and one eye dark ruby or black. The markings, if any, to be judged at the judge’s discrection and may be in a recognized or unrecognized pattern.

Status:

This variety is recognised in US rat clubs with the name "odd eye". It is not recognised in the UK.

Other names:
Genetics:	No particular gene. Some of the genes that give blazes and headspots can also dilute the colour of one or both eyes. Topaz and buff rats seem especially prone to this effect.
Description:	Odd-eye rats may be shown in any recognized color. The unique feature is one eye pink and one eye dark ruby or black. The markings, if any, to be judged at the judge’s discrection and may be in a recognized or unrecognized pattern.
Status:	This variety is recognised in US rat clubs with the name "odd eye". It is not recognised in the UK.