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Rabbit breeds, from dwarf to giant.

There's a rabbit for every home - if you understand what a rabbit actually is. These are 15 breed profiles covering temperament, housing, grooming and health, from tiny dwarfs to gentle giants. New to rabbits entirely? Start with the rabbit-keeping basics.

Rabbit Breeds
The one thing to know first: rabbits are intelligent, social prey animals that typically live 8 to 12 years according to the RSPCA, need far more space than a hutch (plus daily free-run), usually do best bonded with another rabbit, and dislike being picked up. They are not low-effort and rarely ideal for very young children. Please consider adopting - rescues are full of them.
Adopt before you shop

Rabbits are given up in large numbers, and shelters have wonderful ones of every breed - often already neutered and past the chewing-everything phase. See our adoption page before buying, and skip anyone selling "teacup" or "micro" rabbits (there's no such thing).

Gear for rabbits

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