Buyer question
Is a Rhinelander rabbit good for beginners?
It can be: our Animal Library rates the Rhinelander rabbit 3 out of 5 for beginners (better for active homes).
Source: the Rhinelander rabbit page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Rhinelander rabbit in the Animal Library
The detail
Rhinelanders were developed in Germany in 1902, and are a full-arch breed with calico markings of black and orange on white. They are active and friendly, and breeding for show produces many poorly marked kits.
- Temperament
- Active, friendly
- Best fit
- Active owners, show
- Docility
- 3 out of 5 (Active)
- Grooming load
- 1 out of 5 (Low grooming)
- Hardiness
- 4 out of 5 (Sturdy)
What to weigh
Rhinelanders need space and exercise. Their calico markings are hard to breed well, so many kits are not show quality.