Rabbit Barn

There are at least 305 breeds of domestic rabbits in 70 countries around the world.

These are some of the popular breeds:

*Californian- are friendly, calm rabbits that enjoy human companionship, and they typically make excellent mothers. They are a medium size rabbit, weighing 8-11 pounds. They come in a variety of patterns in black, chocolate, and lilac.

*Lionhead- is an increasingly popular breed which can be identified by an outstanding and unique mane of fur around their neck, resembling that of a lion’s mane, henceforth being how the breed name was established. These curiously cute bunnies are available in a wide range of color and average about 3.75lbs.

*Flemish Giants are notoriously one of the oldest, calmest, and largest breed of rabbit in existence. They typically weigh as large as 16+ pounds and are available in 7 standard colors. Due to their easy-going, laid-back personalities, they are considered as a favorite breed to have as a pet.

*Netherland Dwarf- are a small, highly energetic breed of rabbit. They generally weigh around 2.5lbs, and they have short erect ears and can be found in many colors. Being as small as they are, and with such high energy levels, it is common for them to exhibit aggression.

*Dutch- are identifiable by their uniquely specific combined colors of white plus another base-color, in an exact pattern of markings. They are approximately 4lbs in weight, with short, compact bodies, and short erect ears. Generally speaking, they are a docile breed, which makes them a good choice as a pet.

*English Lops- are a large breed which is instantly noticed for their excessively long, lopped ears, which are an average length of 21-32 inches from tip to tip. These calm, easy-natured bunnies are typically around 12 pounds in weight and are readily available in multiple colors.

*French Lops- are a medium, or commercial sized breed of rabbit which is highly prized for their sweet, calm, intelligent characteristics. They have a boxy-style head, with lopped ears.

*Mini Rex- are a small, compact breed, commonly known by the velvety texture of soft fur. Most are calm and good-natured. They weigh an avarage of 4.5 pounds.

*Polish- are known for their small size and average weight of 2-3lbs, which makes them an excellent choice if having limited space is an issue. They have been nicknamed the “Aristocrat” of the rabbit world, and are available in 7 standard base colors. These bunnies typically have a peaceful and friendly disposition.

*Beveren- is a highly energetic & curious breed, yet they are known as gentle and docile. They are a good choice as a pet or show animal for older children & adults alike. They can be found in red, white, or blue colors. Due to their medium size, weighing up to 12lbs, they require ample space as living conditions.

*American Fuzzy Lops- “Fuzzies” as they are commonly referred to as are quite the social-butterflies of the rabbit world. They’re active, curious, and playful. As their name suggests, they have a longer, wooly type fur which must be groomed on a strictly regular schedule to prevent severe matting. They are readily available in a variety of colors. Otherwise, they are small, with short lopped ears, and they easily-kept; weighing an average of 3.5lbs.