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Netherland Dwarf Rabbit
BeginnerOryctolagus cuniculus
One of the world's smallest rabbit breeds. Adorable round face with short ears. Active, curious, and available in many colors.
Difficulty
Beginner
Temperature
18〜24℃
Lifespan
7-10 years
Size
25-30cm / 0.8-1.3kg
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Timothy hay (staple), pellets, vegetables
About
The Netherland Dwarf is one of the smallest domestic rabbit breeds, developed in the Netherlands in the early 20th century through crosses between wild rabbits and small Polish rabbits. Adults typically weigh 0.9–1.3 kg and measure 25–30 cm in length. Their compact, rounded bodies, short ears, and large eyes give them a distinctly juvenile appearance that has made them one of the most popular pet rabbit breeds worldwide. More than 80 color varieties are recognized. Despite their small size, Netherland Dwarfs are energetic and curious, requiring daily free-roaming exercise outside their cage. A cage of at least 60 cm width is recommended, with unlimited timothy hay, limited pellets, and fresh leafy greens. They are prone to malocclusion, gastrointestinal stasis, and uterine disorders in females. Lifespan is 8–12 years.
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Basic Info
Origin
Netherlands
Lifespan
7-10 years
Size
25-30cm / 0.8-1.3kg
Temperature
18〜24℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Timothy hay (staple), pellets, vegetables
Care Guide
Care Specifications
Pair
Sources: RWAF Rabbit companionship
Morphs (Varieties)
ARBA 公認 Netherland Dwarf のカラー variety(showroom)。多数の self/agouti/shaded/tan/AOV を含む。代表例を列挙。
Other
BlackBlueChocolateLilacBlue-Eyed WhiteRuby-Eyed WhiteChestnut AgoutiChinchillaOtterTortoise ShellSiamese SableBroken
Sources: ARBA Recognized Breeds and Varieties
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
References & Sources
Edited & verified by: br-choku editorial team
The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Oryctolagus cuniculus (Linnaeus, 1758)
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listed
Sources: CITES Appendices / 環境省 特定外来生物一覧
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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