Buyer question
Is a Britannia Petite rabbit good for beginners?
Usually not: our Animal Library rates the Britannia Petite rabbit 2 out of 5 for beginners (better for adults).
Source: the Britannia Petite rabbit page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Britannia Petite rabbit in the Animal Library
The detail
Britannia Petites are one of the smallest rabbit breeds, with a full-arch body and upright ears. They are very active and quick, bred in England from Polish rabbits, and do best with experienced owners who like an energetic rabbit.
- Temperament
- Energetic, alert
- Best fit
- Experienced owners
- Docility
- 2 out of 5 (Quick and flighty)
- Grooming load
- 1 out of 5 (Low grooming)
- Hardiness
- 3 out of 5 (Watch teeth)
What to weigh
Britannia Petites are fast and skittish, so they can be hard for beginners and small kids to handle. They need space to run.