Holly is an exc ellent writer an she gives just as much information as you need and not all of the boring stuff. We only breed to attain the breed standard of perfection, health, type, and personality. The arba does not provide or imply a guarantee or warranty pertaining to the. It covered a multitude of topics that every person thinking about purchasing a holland lop asks, such as how much would it cost. The book is written in an easy to read and understandable style, based on years of experience of keeping rabbits including holland lop. I plan on keeping it right next to the bunny cage for reference. So in addition to being adorable and lovable, the holland lop is a lowmaintenance rabbit breed.
Knitted over 2 straight needles, her body created with minimal seaming, joining as you go. Holland lop rabbit breeders with bunnies for sale the. In the united states, the ideal features of every breed are described in one book. The holland lop rabbit breed was developed after world war 2 and formalized in the 1960s. Holland lop bunny is one of the most popular dwarf rabbit breeds kept as pets in the usa as well as around the world they were originally a crossbreed from the french lop and the netherland dwarf. We also raise miniature lamancha and nigerian dwarf goats and shetland sheep. This is a quick, allinone knitting pattern to make this little grey holland lop bunny. Holland lop color guide with photos ohio holland lops. The holland lop rabbit may have solid colors or a broken color pattern. Grooming holland lop rabbits pets or for show rabbit.
The holland lops range in weight from 24 lbs which makes a perfect size to have. The best loved pet holland lop bunnies for sale in nj. The holland lop rabbit breed is found in many varieties of. The venture was long and challenging but ultimately, rewarding as the breed was recognized by the arba in 1979. Kims hopping lops is an american rabbit breeders association registered rabbitry located in fleetwood, pennsylvania. Get the history, description, standards, and photos of holland lops. The main aim of this book is to provide you with all the information that you need to domesticate the holland lop rabbit. The breed was accepted by the netherlands governing rabbit council in nrc 1964 and by the american rabbit breeders association arba in 1979. Breeders and judges look for different traits in the various breeds. We breed top national youth holland lops to meet the arba standard of perfection in zanesville, ohio. Holland lop rabbit book for pros and cons, care, housing, cost, diet and health. Holland lop rabbit health facts by petplan petplan. Of course, you are encouraged to do your own research and consult your veterinarian about caring for a rabbit, but these are the methods that have worked for me.
Rabbit show judging is based on the rabbits physical appearance, not performance. Hollands generally tolerate being handled very well if. It covered a multitude of topics that every person thinking about purchasing a holland lop. Its compact size paired with the large head and lopped ears makes it a beautiful addition to the rabbit world. Holland lop stock illustrations 32 holland lop stock. They are a small breed of rabbit only weighing between three. I received my book the other day and i was thrilled. Holland lops tend to have an amazing and outgoing personality. A superb resource to answer all your questions, this book is a must have for anybody passionate about holland lop bunnies. Rabbit tutor breeding book holland lop cover 33 pages step by step breeding instructions with pictures. Today the holland lop is one of the top five most popular breeds in the arba. Lop eared rabbits come in the above five varieties in the usa, however around the globe one can find another 11 breeds of lopeared rabbits. You have to take on the responsibility of taking care of the health and wellbeing of the pet. We enjoy raising rabbits because it gives us the opportunity to build relationships and bless others.
Grooming holland lop rabbits mommy with babies the first step to grooming, of course, is to keep a clean cage. I am a member of the american rabbit breeders association and the national velveteen lop club nvlc. Top line show and pet bunnies and german shepherds, breeding and caring for top rabbits and german shepherds is the goal at and holland lop. Reaching 4 pounds at adulthood, this breed of lop eared rabbit is very compact and resembles the holland lop, except for the wool coat which is very similar to that of the angora rabbit a cross between the holland lop and angora rabbit. They are known in europe as the dwarf lop of europe, and in the uk as the miniature lop. Breeder listing the arba breeder list represents only those who have purchased this service. Visit breeds of rabbits for a complete description of the ebook, and to purchase it.
Holland lops are delightful bunnies, with adorable floppy ears. They are very sweet and smart rabbits making them easy to train. My name is brandy, my daughter and i strive to raise the best rabbits we can, in type, health, temperament, and personality. No wonder children everywhere go so gaga for these things. My name is jennifer poprawski, and i have been raising various breeds of rabbits since i was five years old. You can find some nice show quality and pet quality bunnies for sale from the following breeders. If you are a new owner of a pet holland lop bunny or are considering a pet rabbit, here are a few tips about how to care for your bunny and the supplies you will need.
Learn more about all domestic rabbit breeds, including all 16 lop eared rabbits, through our e book, domestic rabbit breeds, a kaleidoscope of variety, described and linked below. Hollys hollands is an official registered rabbitry. This smooth and glossy coat does not require much grooming to keep it in good condition. Cute bunny rabbit seamless pattern cute baby bunny rabbit in a cup seamless pattern background. Welcome to luv lops rabbitryhome of the holland lop rabbit. These highly active, lopeared rabbits are energetic. Holland lop standard of perfection luv lops rabbitry. The smallest lop eared breed, holland lops come in many colors. The holland lop is an endearing rabbit and very popular both as pets and show animals. We actively breed and compete with our holland lops and dwarf papillons bred in accordance with the arba standard of perfection. We are a member of the holland lop rabbit specialty club and love working with this sweet, stunningly beautiful breed. The holland lop rabbit is an easygoing and easytohandle rabbit, says stacy hyatt, zone 6 director of the holland lop rabbit specialty club. The body should be thick and muscular, with broad shoulders and broad, deep hindquarters.
We work with black, chocolate, and blue dwarf papillons, and otter, self, fox, and tort holland lops, but our main focus is working toward producing nationally. Camelot rabbitry is located in sullivan, il within driving distance to in, mo, oh and wi. Bergstrom bunnies holland lop rabbitry home facebook. Holland lops should not be pushed down with the forelegs flat on the table. A lot of hard work and careful steps were taken to be sure that these balls of fluff came into the world safe and sound. Nov 21, 2019 cartoon lop rabbit, lop eared rabbit, holland lop or mini lop. The complete owners guide to holland lop bunnies, how to care for these beautiful pets, including breeding, lifespan, colors, health, personality, diet and facts by ann l. But if you live in northern california and have decided that its indeed the season to bring a baby holland lop rabbit home, i want to recommend a friend of mine that has some available for adoption. We have mini lops and polish rabbits for showbrood or some for pet homes. This is the book to have if you want to get a pet rabbit. Jun 29, 2016 hi guys, today im sharing an adorable bunny compilation of marshmallow, my holland lop eared bunny.
Apr 22, 2020 holland lops should not be pushed down with the forelegs flat on the table. Holland lops are generally of an excitable nature and will often exhibit poor ear carriage when being handled on the show table. According to the brief history on the website of the holland lop rabbit specialty club and the book domestic rabbits and their histories by bob whitman, this breed took more than a decade to develop. Welcome to our bundles of bunnies rabbitry webpage.
This rabbit will be at the live auction in monroe on 720 with all proceeds going to benefit the washington state holland lop rabbit club. This book is very informative about the holland lop rabbit breed in an easytoread manner. Meet marshmallow my adorable holland lop bunny youtube. Fletcher covers all aspects on how to care for your holland. Hi guys, today im sharing an adorable bunny compilation of marshmallow, my holland lop eared bunny.
Holland lops as a breed are friendly, and male holland lops might be friendlier than females. It is a learning process, so this guide is a fluid project please check. Lots of lops rabbitry is located in sunny california. How to care for holland lop rabbits with pictures wikihow. We work with black tort, blue tort, sable point, rew, and occasionally black holland. Holland lop breed information and advice sometimes referred to as the mini lop but, despite this name, the holland lop rabbit is not particularly small.
Holland lop rabbits the complete owners guide to holland. Discover what to feed your holland lop bunny, types of rabbit cages, and all the. Is this tiny adorable lopped pet rabbit breed right for you. Unlike a normal holland lop rabbit that reaches a mature size of 34 lbs. My name is jennifer poprawski, and i have been raising various breeds of rabbits since i. They are a small breed of rabbit only weighing between three to four pounds when fully grown. Bluebird sings farm holland lop bunnies, miniature goats. One of the best parts of raising rabbits, for me, was experiencing my first litter.
The breed was accepted by the netherlands governing rabbit council in nrc 1964. It is a learning process, so this guide is a fluid project please check back for updates and feel free to consult other sources for more indepth genetic information about rabbit colors. All you want to know about holland lop rabbits and more. Holland lop habitat size facts history and images petworlds. The book is full of sound advice with wonderful color photos and answers to your questions including some you didnt know you had. These lovable rabbits are the smallest of the lopeared rabbit breeds. When i was first starting out, i read everything i could on the subject of raising and breeding holland lops. May 19, 2017 holland lop rabbits the complete owners guide to holland lop bunnies how to care for your holland lop pet, including breeding, lifespan. Baby holland lop bunnies in california rabbit smarties. Luv lops rabbitry holland lops of show quality and color.
Our holland lops rabbits are bred with two specific and different and unique traits in mind. Holland lops are generally of an excitable nature and will often exhibit poor ear carriage when being handled on the. Finally, proper care, exercising it, good food, and ensuring your bunny is healthy can make it live much longer since, under normal circumstances, its lifespan would be 5 to 10 years. This is a homage to a little grey lopeared bunny that we used to have she was called nibbles and she was indeed this tiny when we brought her home ive knitted my little holland. Holland lop rabbit holland lop rabbits are slowly becoming one of the most popular pet choices for people around the world.
Holland lop rabbit facts, size, lifespan and care pets. Holland lop rabbits the complete owners guide to holland lop. In the united states, the ideal features of every breed are described in one book, the standard of perfection. A judge writing for the holland lop rabbit specialty club notes that the largest fault with the majority of.
In order to properly evaluate an animals ear carriage, the animal should be allowed to relax. This was done by breeding french lops with the netherland dwarf, and strengthening the lop gene by adding in some english lop blood. Holland lop rabbits the complete owners guide to holland lop bunnies how to care for your holland lop pet, including breeding, lifespan. Linda at floppy lop bunnies plans her litters carefully and handles each baby from birth. Jul 31, 20 this book is very informative about the holland lop rabbit breed in an easytoread manner. Welcome to holland lop hollow, a small home rabbitry just south of salem, oregon. Discover how i got started raising holland lop bunnies, my favorite. This book will help you to clear up all the questions that you might be having regarding holland lop rabbits and their domestication. Reaching 4 pounds at adulthood, this breed of lopeared rabbit is very compact and resembles the. The arba is not responsible for the content of any link, however.
Lop rabbit, lop eared rabbit, holland lop or mini lop background. Distinctively short and fluffy wool sets the american fuzzy lop apart from the similar holland lop. Holland lop rabbits are the epitome of cuteness with their compact size and droopy ears. Holland lop is a breed of domestic rabbit that was recognized by the american rabbit breeders association arba in 1979 and by the netherlands governing rabbit council in 1984. Appearance of holland lop rabbit these small holland lop rabbits have a thick and medium length fur that is very soft. Judging rabbit breeds by the american rabbit breeders association. Top line show and pet bunnies and german shepherds, breeding and caring for top rabbits and german shepherds is the goal at and holland lop bunnies, rabbits for sale, german shepherd puppies and rabbit feed. This is extremely important if you are looking for a. Sandy crooks book, lop rabbits as pets, is a wonderful book devoted solely to the interests of lop rabbit owners, but any rabbit owner will appreciate the information provided on rabbit care and housing, as well as the many beautiful pictures that are displayed throughout the book. With their compact size of 24 lbs, adorable features, and sweet. Discover how i got started raising holland lop bunnies.
Apr 07, 2020 welcome to holland lop hollow, a small home rabbitry just south of salem, oregon. Please understand that this holland lop color guide is a result of my months of research and personal experience breeding hollands. Everything you want to know about holland lop rabbits and more. Individual rabbit personalities vary, but the majority of holland lops do share some personality traits. Our beautiful holland lops are raised with love from birth and have begun litter training to make wonderful pets and great house rabbits.
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