Miniature Lop rabbit breed

Aim for a high-fibre diet that gives them something to get their teeth into, to avoid any problems from overgrowing gnashers. Provide them with access to plenty of hay, a cup of fresh greens like spinach, kale, or basil, and some rabbit pellets relative to their size  each day.

Mini Lops don’t just have big hearts, they’ve got big ears and teeth too. To avoid any issues, you need frequently clean those floppy ears to remove any trapped bacteria or wax build up. Try make a habit of brushing your rabbit every week and in moulting season, you should do this more often.

Give their nails a trim every month or two, and ensure they’ve got some toys to chew on for those front teeth, too.

They may be tiny, but Miniature Lops need room to play. As a rule of thumb, rabbits need about three hours a day of supervised playtime to roam outside their cage. Try not to chase rabbits around either, you could startle and stress them out.

Mini Lops are pretty intelligent creatures which means they can be litter trained. They can even pick up a few tricks, as they love cuddles, games and attention. In general, they’ll learn behaviours better if you try and teach them while your bunny is still young.

Miniature Lops floppy ears are fantastic, but they struggle to clean them on their own. This means they can be prone to ear infections like Otitis, caused by bacteria and wax build-up in the ear’s skinfolds. This can then infect the ear canal.

Medication exists, but regular cleaning it the best idea. If you’re ever worried, it’s worth having your Miniature Lop checked by a vet every so often.

An ear canker is a form of ear condition caused by ear mites. These mites cause pain and irritation in the ear. Overtime, this causes the ear to ooze and create thick crusts in and around the ear canal. If you see anything you’re concerned about, be sure to book an appointment with your vet.

Brachycephalic Syndrome is a condition that affects short-nosed rabbits. It can lead to dental and respiratory problems. Rabbits with brachycephalic syndrome will often have a top jaw that’s longer than the bottom jaw which results in a condition known as malocclusion. It may require regular vet visits, just to ensure your rabbit’s teeth don’t get in the way, so they can eat and drink properly. 

If you notice your rabbit struggling to breathe through their nose easily or struggling to catch breath in general, contact your vet.

Yes, they do. They’re usually happy to cuddle, provided they’re not stressed. Just be careful how you pick them up, and ensure they’ve had time to bounce off any excess energy.

Compared to many pets, no. They do require a bit of additional grooming during moulting season, and every month or so you’ll need to give those nails a trim. They’re long ears do require some close attention to keep clean and their teeth need to be checked regularly to make sure they aren’t overgrowing.

Rabbits in general aren’t the most independent creatures – they like company. Don’t leave them alone for more than 24 hours.