Is it okay to put two rabbits of different breeds together?

November 6, 2009

in Rabbit Breeds

I currently have a Niederlande Dwarf rabbit, and I am looking at getting another rabbit so he isn’t bored, which breeds don’t go together? the one i am looking at getting is a holland lop, will they be okay together?
I already know that im getting a female, other wise i have to spay two rabbits. with a female i only have to spay one.

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SBK 11.06.09 at 5:38 am

A Dwarf and a Holland would be fine together since they are roughly the same size.

I would suggest having both altered though.

stitch!! 11.06.09 at 5:38 am

yeah i would have thought so if make sure you get the boys neutered if you dont want breading or pee everywhere even if there both boys get the bother neutered they’ll play together better

V 11.06.09 at 5:38 am

Be careful on some. Those rabbits are pretty small and a bigger rabbit the same gender can be a big bully and possibly end up in fights (yes they’re not all that cuddly) Really it doesn’t matter the breed-just the size and gender. I suggest getting a female bunny-they are more gentle and a bit shy at first but become good friends with other rabbits most of the time. You could choose a male, but try finding one that looks gentle with other rabbits, not too big, that is somewhat playful so your current rabbit is all bored, and that is not too territory protected. If you get a male, make sure it is spayed and possibly declawed.

A Holland Lop looks pretty big- but they are very gentle. So they should be fine together-make sure he is about the same age though if it is a boy. =)

Good luck finding a good rabbit friend for your little bunny! Good luck and hope this helps!

trisha42868 11.06.09 at 5:38 am

According to a book i read rabbits do not like to have other rabbits in with them they are not lonely and do not need a pal they only need you to socialize with them. Also if you get a female the buck will still try to mount her even if she is spayed and they will probably fight over the territory

versantly 11.06.09 at 5:38 am

sure- just be sure that their habitat is large enough. you may need 2 litter boxes. include lotsa places for the rabbits to hide out.

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