Buyer question
Is a Belgian Hare rabbit good for beginners?
Usually not: our Animal Library rates the Belgian Hare rabbit 2 out of 5 for beginners (not for beginners).
Source: the Belgian Hare rabbit page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Belgian Hare rabbit in the Animal Library
The detail
Belgian Hares are a domestic rabbit bred in England to look like a wild hare, with long legs, a deep red coat and a racy full-arch body. They are fast and nervous, and need space and gentle handling.
- Temperament
- Nervous, alert
- Best fit
- Experienced owners, show
- Docility
- 2 out of 5 (Nervous)
- Grooming load
- 1 out of 5 (Low grooming)
- Hardiness
- 3 out of 5 (Needs solid floors)
What to weigh
Belgian Hares startle easily and can injure themselves in small cages. They need large housing and solid floors.