Dwarf Rabbits

Submitted by Admin on 03/04/2009

Dwarf Rabbits

So you're considering buying a rabbit for a pet? Well if you have children or more limited space in your home, you should consider one of the Dwarf rabbit breeds. There are a whole range to choose from and they come in a variety of colours. Due to the fact they are smaller than what you could describe as a normal sized rabbit, they eat less, they require less bedding, a smaller run and indeed a smaller hutch. But don't for one moment think they will take a lesser place in your heart and certainly that of your children, this little dwarf rabbits are cute for sure!

When you consider a rabbit as a pet its important to not only consider the rabbit at the size you purchase it, but it's crucial to think carefully as to the size the rabbit will grow into. This is an important factor if you have young children, as they will want to pick their pet rabbit up, and with a dwarf rabbit this is much more realistic. Young children could easily drop the rabbit, as they are heavy and strong, this is not such a factor with dwarf rabbits.

As with any other rabbits its important to check the condition of your dwarf rabbit prior to purchase, it's important to check the eyes and nose for signs of discharge, the ears for signs of sores or scabs and check the front teeth for alignment. If the main teeth are not well alligned you may need to make regular trips to the vets for trimming throughout the rabbits life, this would not only be costly but also time consuming. Its usually best to buy a rabbit when its around 10 weeks old, at this stage the rabbit will developed and independant but stil young enough to be tamed and settle into a life with regular human contact.

Some of the various dwarf and small breeds of rabbit you should consider are: The Dutch, The English, Dwarf Lop, and the Rex, all will make that more compact pet, only growing at the largest to around 2.5kg.