Rabbits

Size: Standard Weight: Up to 11 pounds Lifespan: 5 – 8 years Body Type: Commercial Temperament: Mild, friendly, well-adjusted Best Suited For: Families with older children, prospective breeders, and anyone interested in showing rabbits at an expo Similar Breeds: Rex, Havana, Mini Satin You just know that any rabbit named after a luxuriously soft fabric is bound to be special – and the Satin rabbit breed definitely does not disappoint. The happy outcome of an unintended breeding experiment, these rabbits have an incredibly lustrous and reflective coat. With their signature shine, Satins have become all the rage to crossbreed. You’re …

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Beets are a common food found in different cuisines throughout the world. You may be familiar with this purple root vegetable used in a variety of dishes or as a food colorant. However, you may not be sure whether beets are on a rabbit’s list of acceptable foods. Yes, rabbits can eat beets. However, it’s important to note that the beet plant is comprised of a root vegetable and leafy stalks. We’ll go over which part of the beet is good for rabbits to eat, which part is occasionally acceptable for your rabbit to eat, and why it’s important to …

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You have heard of rabbits and hares, but do you know what the difference is between them? Some rabbits have evolved from hares, but that doesn’t mean they should be classified as a hare. There are distinguishing factors between the two that are good to know if you plan to be a rabbit expert — or if you want to impress your friends and family at the next get-together. Let’s begin with similarities and then go over the differences between these two species. Hare vs. Rabbit Differences at a Glance: Image Credit: Pixabay What Are the Similarities? Rabbits and hares …

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Size: Standard Weight: 7-12 pounds Lifespan: 1-5 years Body Type: Full arch Colors: Brown, grey, white, and black mix Best Suited For: Enjoying from a distance Similar Breeds: Belgian Hare, Arctic Hare, Black Jackrabbit, White Jackrabbit When is a rabbit not a rabbit? When it’s a Jackrabbit, of course! Actually, this is entirely true: The Jackrabbit family are more appropriately called hares, as many of their characteristics are distinctly different from the domesticated rabbits that we know and love. In the case of the Antelope Jackrabbit, this wild North American breed is best known for its similarities in behavior and …

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There is nothing quite like the lure of an English Angora rabbit to draw crowd of admirers. There is just something about these fuzzy, adorable bunnies that brings out everyone’s inner animal lover. But what are they like as pets? What is the English Angora temperament like? How long will they live and what kind care do they need? We’ve got the answers to all these questions plus lots of other English Angora rabbit facts right here! What is an English Angora Rabbit? The Angora Rabbit is the oldest breed of domestic rabbit. They originated in Turkey and they were …

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