Buyer question
Is a Flemish Giant rabbit good for beginners?
Yes: our Animal Library rates the Flemish Giant rabbit 4 out of 5 for beginners (good if you have space).
Source: the Flemish Giant rabbit page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Flemish Giant rabbit in the Animal Library
The detail
Flemish Giants come from Flanders in Belgium and are one of the largest rabbit breeds. They are gentle and calm, often called gentle giants, but need far more space and food than small breeds.
- Temperament
- Gentle, calm
- Best fit
- Pets, spacious homes
- Docility
- 5 out of 5 (Very gentle)
- Grooming load
- 2 out of 5 (Weekly brushing)
- Hardiness
- 3 out of 5 (Joint and heart care)
What to weigh
Flemish Giants need large enclosures, lots of food and strong handling. They have shorter lifespans than small breeds.