Lionhead Rabbit Breeders

Known for its unique appearance, unusual mane and lion-like look the lionhead bunny has gained popularity fast among rabbit breeders. Although lionhead bunnies usually need more care than other common rabbit breeds, with the right care these cute bunnies can last, on average, up to ten years. These breeders who are looking to start a rabbitry business usually choose these animals as a first breed. However, if you are interested in breeding this exotic species you will find that you will have to devote a lot of time, energy, dedication and patience to your new pet. Here is a brief guide on caring for a lionhead rabbit.

Unlike other common bunnies, the lionhead rabbit is born without any visible mutation at birth. There is only one copy of the mutation in each of its genes, which means that one copy stays with the bunny and one copy is passed on to another member of the litter. This means that for a normal b Bunny, two generations can occur before there is a new mutation in its genes. The new mutation could be anything from a new color to a different coat of fur. A standard b bunny will normally have one black gene and one white gene.

This beautiful creature was originally bred in captivity in South Africa by English lion hunters in the 1800’s. In fact the British were so impressed with their bunnies that they later sent them to Australia, where they were put on the market. When World War Two began, the Australian soldiers adopted many of their lionhead rabbits and kept them as pets. Since then many people have come to love the gentle personalities of these rabbit breeds and so they have been made into some of the most popular rabbit breeds around.

The American Staffordshire Terrier (also known as the AmStaff is commonly called the Lutcher or the Bobcat) is one of the most popular and gentle of all rabbit breeds. It has a long and sturdy body structure and a short head. It has short ears, a thick and velvety coat that makes it highly attractive to the eyes, and it is said to be “lionhead rabbit smart” because of its high intelligence. In the wild, lionhead rabbits can be found throughout the United States and also in parts of Europe.

The British Shorthair, sometimes called the London or English Shorthair, is another popular breed. These are smaller than their American counterparts but still have a good deal of power in a quick pace. The English breed of lionhead rabbits also produces very nice quality offspring that are often used for show dogs.

The third rabbit breed on this list is the Rex. This breed of lionhead rabbit is the smallest of the bunch, but is still very strong. They have oval bodies with pointed ears and black eyes. You will rarely see these rabbits under 10 inches in height, but when they do they will be quite large. These rabbit breeds are often used for rabbit hunting, as they are quite adept at tracking prey.

The final rabbit breed on this list is the Florida Sea Lion Head. These animals have a white body with black tipped ears, a black nose, and a long black hair. They are naturally white in the face, chest, and legs but are often tanned after being exposed to the sun. These lionhead rabbit breeders are not as popular as the other types of breeders mentioned here. Because they do not have the popularity of other lionhead rabbit breeders, you might have to do a little searching to find them.

When looking for hay in your garden, there are two main types to choose from; quality commercial hay or local grass. Many gardeners mistakenly believe that the local grass is better, but both types have their benefits. Although they do not have the wonderful smells that the commercial type hay has, the local grass is very good for your lionshead rabbits. In order to receive the best way, don’t forget to ask local rabbit breeders for advice.