Among the group of dwarf rabbits, including the Mini Dutch and the Rabbit Lion, there is also the Mini Lop Rabbit. This rabbit is distinguished by its ears, because they are very different from those of other breeds, which hang on the sides of the head. They are considered the miniature variety of the Rabbit Belier, also known as French Lop rabbits.
The Mini Lops have a friendly personality and a really cute and adorable appearance, so they have become one of the most popular breeds for rabbit lovers. If you want to know more about the Mini Lop Bunny, keep reading this peritoAnimal list.
- The breed of Mini Lop rabbits emerged in the 1970s.
- When they began to exhibit in exhibitions in Germany.
- It was there that breeders crossed Belier or French Lop rabbits with other varieties.
- Such as the Chinchilla rabbit.
- Looking to reduce the size of Aries.
- So they first got copies of what is now known as Lop Dwarf.
- And continued the crossovers gave birth to the Mini Lop.
- Which until 1974 was called Klein Widder.
- Which means “suspended ears”.
The mini Lop rabbit breed was accepted by the American Rabbit Breeders Association in 1980, establishing itself as a recognized official breed. Today, it is one of the favorite breeds of rabbit as a pet.
Mini Lops are small rabbits, which rarely exceed 1.6 kg in weight, with an average of between 1.4 and 1.5 kg. Their life expectancy generally varies from 8 to 10 years.
The body of the mini Lop is compact, strong and with a highly developed muscles. The legs of these rabbits are short and hairy. The head is wide profile and curvilinear, with a wide snout and marked cheeks. The ears have a prominent base, are long, rounded and always hang on the sides of the head, hiding the interior. They have large, round and very bright eyes, the color of which varies depending on the fur.
The fur of these rabbits can be short or medium, depending on the individual, and is always very dense, soft and shiny. It is abundant in ears, legs, head and tail.
Mini Lop Bunny Colors
There is a wide range of colors accepted in the official standard of the breed, some of which are:
All these colors, as well as some that have not been mentioned, can be solid or bicolor with a white base as well as tricolors.
They are never aggressive, on the contrary, their sweetness makes them ideal for families with young children, the elderly or single, because they breathe love and patience.
Mini Lop rabbits can get nervous when they don’t do enough activity, but if they have the freedom to move in a large space and have toys at their disposal, that’s enough.
Mini Lop rabbits need attention to be healthy and have a balanced personality. One of these precautions is to have a suitable space for them. If you need to keep it in a cage, it is recommended to keep it as little as possible, in a large, clean and conditioned cage.
Its fur requires constant brushing, it is recommended to brush it almost every day, or day by half. Bathing is not recommended, as is getting fixed.
Your diet should be based on eating fresh vegetables, hay and a specific diet for dwarf rabbits. The Mini Lop should always have a clean and fresh water source. Here’s a list of recommended fruits and vegetables for rabbits. On the other hand, to avoid digestive problems in your Mini Lop rabbit, it’s also important to know what foods you can’t give it.
Bad rabbit foods include
In short, you should avoid giving Mini Lop foods with sugar or fat. For more information, we recommend this other article on forbidden foods for rabbits, where you will find a much wider list.
The health of The Mini Lop can be affected by a variety of factors. One of the most notorious is that the anatomy and morphology of their ears makes them very sensitive to the conditions of the auditory system. Ear infections are one of the most common, which in addition to being very painful, can damage the health of these young people. To avoid them, it is important to perform periodic ear cleanings with specific products for them. You can ask the veterinarian to teach you how to clean your rabbit’s ears, it is essential to make sure that once the cleaning is finished, the ear is completely dry, as moisture is a major problem due to bacteria.
Other conditions you may experience include
If you are looking for a Mini Lop rabbit to be part of your family, we recommend that you think twice, as well as when adopting any other animal, as this is a compromise that you cannot break. Before adopting a Mini Lop bunny, we recommend that you consider the tricks of this article: “Tips for adopting a rabbit”. Also remember that if the Mini Lop rabbit is sociable, it is still an animal trapped in nature, so it is necessary to be patient with it until your trust is gained.
Once you have thought about all this, we advise you to go to an animal welfare association first, as you will be able to promote responsible adoption and fight animal abandonment.