Holland Lop Information
This is a small, compact breed of rabbit which has a short, stocky body, a broad head, with a well- defined crown (or puff of fur/cartilage) at the back of the head, and the ears are lopped (hanging downwards rather than standing erect). Their fur is short, dense, and glossy when in good condition. Holland’s typically weigh between 2 – 4 pounds. This breed is very popular and well known for having a sweet temperament and therefore they are often a favorite breed to have as a pet, as they tend to do well with children.
The Holland Lop was created in the Netherlands by Adriann de Cock whose purpose was to have the results of a miniature French lop. This was done by breeding French Lops with the Netherland Dwarf, and strengthening the lop gene by adding in some English Lop blood. The breed was accepted by the Netherlands Governing Rabbit Council in (NRC) 1964 and by the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA) in 1979. The British equivalent of this breed is the Miniature Lop, which is recognized by the British Rabbit Council (BRC). However, this breed can be smaller than their Dutch relative. Additionally, the Miniature Lop, found in the U.K., should not be confused with the American Mini Lop, which is a different breed of rabbit altogether.
What is a Holland Lop? This is a small, compact breed of rabbit which has a short, stocky body, a broad head, with a well- defined crown (or puff of fur/cartilage) at the back of the head, and the ears are lopped (hanging downwards rather than standing erect). Their fur is short, dense, and glossy when in good condition. Holland’s typically weigh between 2 – 4 pounds. This breed is very popular and well known for having a sweet temperament and therefore they are often a favorite breed to have as a pet, as they tend to do well with children.
Holland Lops are curious and cute.
How do I care for a Holland Lop?
Holland Lops are small and easy to handle and require only basic grooming's. They do well with weekly brushing, and regular nail trimmings being done on the average of once per month. They also do well on a wire-bottomed surface in their cage; which assists in keeping their fur clean, & as with all rabbits, they should not be bathed. Otherwise, they should be in a cage that is a minimum of 18”x 24”, however “the bigger the better” is always a great rule of thumb to follow in regards to cage space. Their diet should primarily consist of timothy hay, plus a good, high quality pellet feed, as well as clean, fresh drinking water. They are social animals that need exercise and they thrive on companionship. It is suggested that if you don’t have the time to give them the attention they need, perhaps it would be best to consider getting a different kind of pet. Otherwise, due to their small size and gentle temperament, Hollands make good pets for children, as they are one of the easier breeds to hold and care for.
Holland Lop Personality
Individual rabbit personalities vary, but the majority of Holland Lops do share some personality traits. Holland Lops as a breed are friendly, and male Holland Lops might be friendlier than females. Thats the case in all rabbits.
The Holland Lop was created in the Netherlands by Adriann de Cock whose purpose was to have the results of a miniature French lop. This was done by breeding French Lops with the Netherland Dwarf, and strengthening the lop gene by adding in some English Lop blood. The breed was accepted by the Netherlands Governing Rabbit Council in (NRC) 1964 and by the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA) in 1979. The British equivalent of this breed is the Miniature Lop, which is recognized by the British Rabbit Council (BRC). However, this breed can be smaller than their Dutch relative. Additionally, the Miniature Lop, found in the U.K., should not be confused with the American Mini Lop, which is a different breed of rabbit altogether.
What is a Holland Lop? This is a small, compact breed of rabbit which has a short, stocky body, a broad head, with a well- defined crown (or puff of fur/cartilage) at the back of the head, and the ears are lopped (hanging downwards rather than standing erect). Their fur is short, dense, and glossy when in good condition. Holland’s typically weigh between 2 – 4 pounds. This breed is very popular and well known for having a sweet temperament and therefore they are often a favorite breed to have as a pet, as they tend to do well with children.
Holland Lops are curious and cute.
How do I care for a Holland Lop?
Holland Lops are small and easy to handle and require only basic grooming's. They do well with weekly brushing, and regular nail trimmings being done on the average of once per month. They also do well on a wire-bottomed surface in their cage; which assists in keeping their fur clean, & as with all rabbits, they should not be bathed. Otherwise, they should be in a cage that is a minimum of 18”x 24”, however “the bigger the better” is always a great rule of thumb to follow in regards to cage space. Their diet should primarily consist of timothy hay, plus a good, high quality pellet feed, as well as clean, fresh drinking water. They are social animals that need exercise and they thrive on companionship. It is suggested that if you don’t have the time to give them the attention they need, perhaps it would be best to consider getting a different kind of pet. Otherwise, due to their small size and gentle temperament, Hollands make good pets for children, as they are one of the easier breeds to hold and care for.
Holland Lop Personality
Individual rabbit personalities vary, but the majority of Holland Lops do share some personality traits. Holland Lops as a breed are friendly, and male Holland Lops might be friendlier than females. Thats the case in all rabbits.