Their short coats can be groomed every couple of weeks, and more frequently during the shedding season. As you might have guessed, the Flemish Giant is an extra-large rabbit and weighs pounds.
The Flemish Giant is not prone to any specific diseases or health problems , but rabbits should always be observed for behavioral changes that indicate illness, inspected frequently for any signs of illness, and get an annual checkup with a veterinarian who knows rabbits.
Flemish Giant rabbits do not need any special food or diet, but, due to their size, they need larger quantities of food. Flemish Giants need particularly large hutches and runs to get healthy exercise, and they should not be given two-level hutches, as it is not easy for them to climb ramps or steps.
Like many rabbit breeds, Flemish Giants are prone to chew, but because they are bigger, they can do more damage, so healthy chew toys and good rabbit-proofing is particularly important.
The French Angora rabbit is a large breed and weighs 7. Rabbits should always be observed for behavioral changes that indicate illness, inspected frequently for any signs of illness, and get an annual checkup with a veterinarian who knows rabbits.
French Angora rabbits do not need any special food or diet, but all rabbits need access to clean water, fresh hay, and nutritious food pellets. They need to be brushed as needed, which is usually several times a week and sometimes every day.
They need regular blow-dryings to keep the fur dry and free of debris although rabbits should never be bathed. Harlequin rabbits have short, soft fur with dramatic bands of contrasting colors in dramatic shades. The breed standard should have ears that are different colors from each other, and from the face, but there is a huge variety in what the different colors are. The Harlequin rabbit is not prone to any specific diseases or health problems , but rabbits should always be observed for behavioral changes that indicate illness, inspected frequently for any signs of illness, and get an annual checkup with a veterinarian who knows rabbits.
Harlequin rabbits do not need any special food or diet, but all rabbits need access to clean water, fresh hay, and nutritious food pellets. Harlequin rabbits need lots of space for exercise, and they are a more energetic breed that requires more activity than some. Harlequins may be brushed every week or two, and more frequently as needed during the shedding season. The Holland Lop is not prone to any specific diseases or health problems , but lop rabbits do need special care and attention paid to their ears.
While the ears of the Holland Lop are not so low that they typically drag on the ground or risk being stepped on, they should still be regularly inspected and cleaned. All rabbits should always be observed for behavioral changes that indicate sickness, inspected frequently for any signs of illness, and get an annual checkup with a veterinarian who knows rabbits.
Stairs — rabbits are much better at going up stairs, than they are going down stairs. Barricades may be useful to stop this.
Humans — rabbits love to run under your feet, and its very easy to accidentally step on, or trip over a rabbit. There is also a risk of a rabbit getting an obstruction if foreign material gets stuck in their intestines. Rabbits can live outdoors, but you need to plan for this carefully. In Australia, predators and myxomatosis are the biggest killers of outdoor bunnies.
Outdoor rabbits, especially those on their own, can easily be neglected and do not get the psychological enrichment they need to keep them happy. Rabbits are very active animals — they need to be able to run around, and can develop skeletal problems if they are left in a cage all day. Ideally you should have a cage with a large, predator proof exercise run attached to it, so that your bunny can come and go as they please.
Access to grass and exercise daily will help keep their teeth and bones healthy. If your rabbit lives outside in a hutch, it needs to be pretty large. It needs to be long enough for them to take at least 3 long hops, and to be able to stretch fully upright. It will also need a run attached to it, so that the rabbit can exercise when they want to. Outdoor rabbits still need to be desexed and vaccinated and given a daily check. All rabbits should have a friend — another desexed bunny is ideal.
Guinea pigs and other animals are not suitable as rabbit companions as bullying can occur and there is a risk of disease transmission between species. Checklist for keeping rabbits outdoors:. Large, predator proof hutch or shed with an exercise run attached. As prey animals, rabbits can be easily startled and stressed by the loud noises and fast, uncoordinated movements that are typical of excited children.
You may need to wait until your kids are older before adopting a rabbit. Kids may be enthusiastic about the new bunny for the first couple of weeks, then lose interest when taking care of them interferes with their activities.
If your kids are begging for bunnies now, just keep in mind other things they've begged for and remember that the animal may end up spending most of their time with you. Your kids may think they're ready for a pet, but you definitely have to be. The initial adoption fee for a rabbit may be small, but a rabbit's care costs add up quickly. In addition to veterinary costs, these are some of the start-up items that new rabbit owners will need to purchase:.
Rabbits are crepuscular, which means they generally sleep during the day and night and are most active at dusk and dawn. Originating from France, the Blanc de Hotot can easily be spotted by its "black eyeliner" that contrasts the rest of its white body.
As a bonus, these bunnies do well with children and other pets as long as they grow up with them. Dedicated brushing time and taking walks outside are amazing ways to bond with them.
A cross between a Himalayan and a Chinchilla, the Cal's dense coat allows them to enjoy time indoors and outdoors including the snow. Although bred for show, the Californian loves to interact with its human family through play and cuddle time. Weighing in at about 13 pounds, a Checkered Giant is an ideal pet for couples or seniors looking for a companion.
This breed is more independent than others and is less affectionate, but is still curious and gentle. Spot a Checkered Giant by the butterfly-like marking on its nose. Developed in England in the s, the Dutch is one of the most popular breeds. Socializing is key for this energetic rabbit, who can become depressed if it spends too much time in its cage.
Thanks to its easygoing attitude, children are more than welcomed to care for it. The English Lop's friendly, laid-back personality has earned it the nickname, "the Dog of the Rabbit World. Their ears need to be regularly examined and their nails must be kept short in case they step on their ears.
The English Spot easily adapted to being a house pet after its long show rabbit history, which helped it get used to constant petting and handling.
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