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Rabbits by breed

What each breed is really like to live with, from the breed clubs and veterinary sources that know them. Written for adopters, not buyers.

D F H L M N

D

DutchMaximum 5.5 lb (ARBA); Merck's small class is 2–6 lb

F

Flemish GiantNo maximum weight; often over 20 lb (ARBA); LafeberVet cites up to 22 lb (9.97 kg)

H

Holland LopMaximum 4 lb (ARBA); Merck's small class is 2–6 lb

L

LionheadMaximum 3.75 lb (ARBA); Merck's small class is 2–6 lb

M

Mini RexMaximum 4.5 lb (ARBA); Merck's small class is 2–6 lb

N

Netherland DwarfMaximum 2.5 lb (ARBA); LafeberVet: weighs 1 kg or lessNew ZealandMaximum 12 lb (ARBA); Merck's large class is 9–11 lb, giant over 11 lb