Best Rabbits for Families with Children
Breeds with the temperament and tolerance for a household with children — rated 4 or 5 for family suitability.
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Holland Lop
Floppy-eared, palm-sized and endlessly endearing — the rabbit that acts like a companion.
- Size
- Small
- Weight
- 2–4 lb (0.9–1.8 kg)
- Lifespan
- 7–14 years
Rex Rabbit
Velvety, calm and quietly charming — the rabbit built for companionship.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 8–11 lb (3.5–4.8 kg)
- Lifespan
- 5–6 years
Flemish Giant
The largest rabbit breed in the world — placid, enormous and frequently underestimated.
- Size
- Giant
- Weight
- 13–20 lb (6–9 kg)
- Lifespan
- 5–8 years
Mini Lop
Compact, floppy-eared and outgoing — one of the most popular pet rabbits for good reason.
- Size
- Small
- Weight
- 3–6 lb (1.5–2.7 kg)
- Lifespan
- 7–12 years
French Lop
A large, calm lop-eared rabbit with a laid-back personality.
- Size
- Large
- Weight
- 10–14 lb (4.5–6.5 kg)
- Lifespan
- 5–8 years
Dutch Rabbit
A classic two-tone rabbit — friendly, hardy and easy to recognise.
- Size
- Small
- Weight
- 4–6 lb (1.8–2.5 kg)
- Lifespan
- 8–12 years
Mini Rex
A small rabbit with a velvet-plush coat and a calm temperament.
- Size
- Small
- Weight
- 3–4 lb (1.5–2 kg)
- Lifespan
- 7–10 years