Rabbits

A question we often get asked is what is the collective noun for a group of rabbits. The common answer is a colony of rabbits. But, there are many others used.

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Dutch Breed History

The Dutch Rabbit actually has a slightly misleading name. Given the title, many people assume that this breed originated in the Netherlands. However, this is actually an English breed. During the 1830’s, many rabbits were imported from Belgium to England to be sold for meat at the market.

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Angora Rabbit Breed History

The angora rabbit is perhaps one of the oldest and most sought after rabbit breeds in the world. These rabbits are said to have descended from Ankara, the capital of modern day Turkey. At the time, the area was known as Ancyra and Angora, hence the breed name. These rabbits were imported to France way back in 1723.

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Netherland Dwarf Breed History

In comparison to many of the other popular rabbit breeds, the Netherland Dwarf is actually relatively modern. As you have probably already guessed, they originate from the Netherlands. They came about as a result of breeding small Polish rabbits with wild rabbits.

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Rabbits are generally quiet animals, especially in the wild where making to much noise might alert would be predators of their whereabouts.

However, Bunnies do indeed make a number of sounds, and understanding these give pet parents a better understanding of their rabbits mood.

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Are Rabbits Nocturnal?

In the Wild, Rabbits are not nocturnal, but rather Crepuscular. This may vary somewhat with domesticated pet Rabbits, where certain outside factors can affect your Bunnies body clock.

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One of the oldest breeds of Rabbit, the Harlequin Rabbit is famous for its markings which have made is a popular show bunny. Is this clown of the rabbit for you? Read on for our guide to the jester of the bunny world.

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Rex is a medium-sized rabbit that is suited to all types of pet owners because of its calm and playful demeanor. It is also very intelligent and docile. But, what makes it stand out from the rest is it velvet like fur.

Its fur is short and soft that points outwards, making for a lush touch. It is very friendly to handlers and pet owners. Rex falls under the commercial category due to its large size. It is a common breed available at most commercial breeders.

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Caring for your pet rabbit – What you need to know for a happy bunny

You’re thinking of getting a rabbit, and what’s not to like? It’s not just down to that cute, twitchy nose. Intelligent and sociable, they are beautiful animals and make wonderful additions to your family. However, there are a few important things to consider before bringing your pet rabbit home. Check out this ultimate guide for how to care for a rabbit!

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Rabbit Pregnancy – All you need to know

It’s important to understand the basic principles about rabbit reproduction so your rabbit produces healthy young. Whether you want to learn about breeding rabbits or have an unplanned rabbit pregnancy, check out this article for everything you need to know.

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