Frequently asked questions

They can be wonderful with children who have been taught how to interact with them. Rabbits are prey animals — they generally don't enjoy being picked up and carried, and a startled rabbit can scratch or injure itself struggling. The setup that works best is a child sitting on the floor letting the rabbit come to them. With that, Hollands are patient and very affectionate.

Yes, provided it gets real daily interaction with you. Rabbits are social, so a solitary rabbit that's also ignored will become withdrawn or destructive. Bonded pairs are lovely but take work to establish — happy to talk it through if you're considering two.

Mostly grass hay, available at all times — it keeps their gut moving and their teeth worn down. Add a measured daily portion of quality pellets, some fresh greens, and constant fresh water. See Rabbit Care for the details.

A well-cared-for Holland Lop typically lives 8–12 years. Please treat adopting one as a decade-long commitment.

You can join the waiting list for an upcoming litter, which gives you first choice once the kits are a few weeks old and their personalities are clear. I don't take deposits on specific unborn kits — litter size, color, and temperament are all unknowns until they arrive.

Pickup near Kuna, Idaho is the norm. I can sometimes meet partway within the Treasure Valley by arrangement. I don't ship rabbits.

Yes — visits are welcome once we've talked and set a time. Because this is a home rabbitry, the exact address is shared after arrangements are made rather than posted publicly.