[header] How to select a show rabbit [title] Buy a breed standard book. [step] In the united states, this is called the american rabbit breeders association (arba) standard of perfection. This book describes every recognized breed and what it should look like. 
Having the standards for every recognized breed will allow you to figure out what breeds you like best and what they should look like. [substeps] Having the standard will also help prevent you from getting a rabbit that will not do well on the show tables.