{"id":172157,"date":"2022-07-14T16:02:21","date_gmt":"2022-07-14T16:02:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/"},"modified":"2022-07-14T16:02:21","modified_gmt":"2022-07-14T16:02:21","slug":"are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Lionhead bunnies good pets?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Are_Lionhead_bunnies_good_pets\" title=\"Are Lionhead bunnies good pets?\">Are Lionhead bunnies good pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Do_Lionhead_rabbits_bite\" title=\"Do Lionhead rabbits bite?\">Do Lionhead rabbits bite?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#How_long_does_a_Lionhead_bunny_live\" title=\"How long does a Lionhead bunny live?\">How long does a Lionhead bunny live?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Do_Lionhead_rabbits_smell\" title=\"Do Lionhead rabbits smell?\">Do Lionhead rabbits smell?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Are_Lionhead_rabbits_easy_to_train\" title=\"Are Lionhead rabbits easy to train?\">Are Lionhead rabbits easy to train?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Do_Lionhead_bunnies_bite\" title=\"Do Lionhead bunnies bite?\">Do Lionhead bunnies bite?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Is_a_Lionhead_bunny_a_good_pet\" title=\"Is a Lionhead bunny a good pet?\">Is a Lionhead bunny a good pet?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#How_long_do_Lionhead_rabbits_live_as_pets\" title=\"How long do Lionhead rabbits live as pets?\">How long do Lionhead rabbits live as pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Do_lionhead_rabbits_like_to_be_held\" title=\"Do lionhead rabbits like to be held?\">Do lionhead rabbits like to be held?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#What_happens_if_a_rabbit_bites_you\" title=\"What happens if a rabbit bites you?\">What happens if a rabbit bites you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Do_rabbits_bite_hurt\" title=\"Do rabbits bite hurt?\">Do rabbits bite hurt?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#How_long_do_lionhead_rabbits_live_as_pets\" title=\"How long do lionhead rabbits live as pets?\">How long do lionhead rabbits live as pets?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#How_old_is_the_oldest_lionhead_bunny\" title=\"How old is the oldest lionhead bunny?\">How old is the oldest lionhead bunny?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Do_lionhead_bunnies_bite\" title=\"Do lionhead bunnies bite?\">Do lionhead bunnies bite?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Are_lionhead_bunnies_smart\" title=\"Are lionhead bunnies smart?\">Are lionhead bunnies smart?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#How_do_I_keep_rabbits_from_smelling_in_my_house\" title=\"How do I keep rabbits from smelling in my house?\">How do I keep rabbits from smelling in my house?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Are_bunny_rabbits_smelly\" title=\"Are bunny rabbits smelly?\">Are bunny rabbits smelly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Will_my_house_smell_if_I_get_a_rabbit\" title=\"Will my house smell if I get a rabbit?\">Will my house smell if I get a rabbit?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#How_do_you_train_a_Lionhead_rabbit\" title=\"How do you train a Lionhead rabbit?\">How do you train a Lionhead rabbit?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#What_is_the_easiest_rabbit_to_tame\" title=\"What is the easiest rabbit to tame?\">What is the easiest rabbit to tame?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Do_Lionhead_rabbits_like_to_be_held\" title=\"Do Lionhead rabbits like to be held?\">Do Lionhead rabbits like to be held?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#What_does_it_mean_when_a_Lionhead_rabbit_bites_you\" title=\"What does it mean when a Lionhead rabbit bites you?\">What does it mean when a Lionhead rabbit bites you?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Are_lionhead_bunnies_cuddly\" title=\"Are lionhead bunnies cuddly?\">Are lionhead bunnies cuddly?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#Can_lionhead_rabbits_be_trained\" title=\"Can lionhead rabbits be trained?\">Can lionhead rabbits be trained?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/are-lionhead-bunnies-good-pets-3\/#What_is_the_friendliest_pet_rabbit\" title=\"What is the friendliest pet rabbit?\">What is the friendliest pet rabbit?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Lionhead_bunnies_good_pets\"><\/span>Are Lionhead bunnies good pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Lionhead rabbits are <b>typically fun, playful, and sociable pets. They also are quiet and don&#8217;t take up a lot of space. However, they can be fairly expensive to keep, and it&#8217;s best to have more than one to meet their social needs, which will increase your overall cost.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Lionhead_rabbits_bite\"><\/span>Do Lionhead rabbits bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do Lionhead Rabbits Bite? <b>Pet rabbits will bite if they feel threatened. Since Lionheads are very sensitive (and small), they are more likely to feel threatened than some other breeds. This means they are more likely to bite if handled inappropriately.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_a_Lionhead_bunny_live\"><\/span>How long does a Lionhead bunny live?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>7-9 years<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Lionhead_rabbits_smell\"><\/span>Do Lionhead rabbits smell?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do Lionhead Rabbits smell? <b>No, Lionhead rabbits do not have a smelly body odor. They do a great job at self-grooming. That said, rabbit urine can smell very bad due to the hormones (especially in those not yet spayed\/neutered).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Lionhead_rabbits_easy_to_train\"><\/span>Are Lionhead rabbits easy to train?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A Lionhead Rabbit is <b>very easy to train.<\/b> Most of them can even begin to respond to basic commands when you give them enough patience. They are generally obedient and gentle, but with sometimes big personalities that you can see when they want to play.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Lionhead_bunnies_bite\"><\/span>Do Lionhead bunnies bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do Lionhead Rabbits Bite? <b>Pet rabbits will bite if they feel threatened. Since Lionheads are very sensitive (and small), they are more likely to feel threatened than some other breeds. This means they are more likely to bite if handled inappropriately.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_a_Lionhead_bunny_a_good_pet\"><\/span>Is a Lionhead bunny a good pet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Lionheads are extremely good natured, and combined with the genetic mutation that gives them the long fur around their heads are not only a pleasant pet to spend time with, but pleasant to look at as well. They are happy to cuddle up and enjoy as much attention as they can get.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_Lionhead_rabbits_live_as_pets\"><\/span>How long do Lionhead rabbits live as pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>7-9 years<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_lionhead_rabbits_like_to_be_held\"><\/span>Do lionhead rabbits like to be held?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Does a lionhead rabbit like to be held? <b>Some lionheads are OK with being picked up, but most prefer to keep their feet on the ground. Many still enjoy cuddling and petting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_rabbit_bites_you\"><\/span>What happens if a rabbit bites you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A rabbit under pressure will bite or scrape. If a rabbit scratches or bites your child, <b>they could develop a reaction or infection. This is the most common child health problem with rabbits.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_rabbits_bite_hurt\"><\/span>Do rabbits bite hurt?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The short answer is yes. <b>Rabbits bite and rabbit bites can be both painful and serious. More important questions, though, are why they bite, and how a rabbit owner can reduce the chance of a bite before it happens. It&#8217;s also important to know how to treat a bite to yourself or to another pet.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_do_lionhead_rabbits_live_as_pets\"><\/span>How long do lionhead rabbits live as pets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>7-9 years<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_old_is_the_oldest_lionhead_bunny\"><\/span>How old is the oldest lionhead bunny?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Does a lionhead rabbit like to be held? <b>Some lionheads are OK with being picked up, but most prefer to keep their feet on the ground. Many still enjoy cuddling and petting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_lionhead_bunnies_bite\"><\/span>Do lionhead bunnies bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Meet Mick, the world&#8217;s oldest rabbit who is <b>16 years old | Guinness World Records.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_lionhead_bunnies_smart\"><\/span>Are lionhead bunnies smart?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do Lionhead Rabbits Bite? <b>Pet rabbits will bite if they feel threatened. Since Lionheads are very sensitive (and small), they are more likely to feel threatened than some other breeds. This means they are more likely to bite if handled inappropriately.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_keep_rabbits_from_smelling_in_my_house\"><\/span>How do I keep rabbits from smelling in my house?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unlike dogs, <b>rabbits don&#8217;t have a body odor. You shouldn&#8217;t notice any odor emanating from them. If you do, the rabbit is probably sick or has an infection. An ear infection, for example, can give off a musty smell.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_bunny_rabbits_smelly\"><\/span>Are bunny rabbits smelly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>No they don&#8217;t! Rabbits themselves are very clean animals with odourless fur and they fastidiously groom themselves all day. Only their urine smells so as long as you keep their living area clean (spot clean every few days and a full clean-out once a week) you shouldn&#8217;t have a problem.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_my_house_smell_if_I_get_a_rabbit\"><\/span>Will my house smell if I get a rabbit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most rabbits do not need much grooming as they keep themselves clean. However, lionhead rabbits require regular grooming as otherwise their woolly fur can become matted. Lionhead rabbits may develop wool blocks in their intestines if they swallow too much fur. <b>Regular brushing reduces the risk by removing loose hairs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_train_a_Lionhead_rabbit\"><\/span>How do you train a Lionhead rabbit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Does a lionhead rabbit like to be held? <b>Some lionheads are OK with being picked up, but most prefer to keep their feet on the ground. Many still enjoy cuddling and petting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_easiest_rabbit_to_tame\"><\/span>What is the easiest rabbit to tame?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>15 Rabbit Breeds That Make Great Pets<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Mini Rex. 3.54.5 lbs. Calm and quiet.  <\/li>\n<li>Holland Lop. 24 lbs. Energetic and friendly.  <\/li>\n<li>Dutch Lop. 45.5 lbs. Calm and gentle but highly sociable.  <\/li>\n<li>Dwarf Hotot. 2.53.5 lbs.  <\/li>\n<li>Mini Lop. 4.56 lbs.  <\/li>\n<li>Mini Satin. 34.5 lbs.  <\/li>\n<li>Netherland Dwarf. 1.12.5 lbs.  <\/li>\n<li>Polish. 2.53.5 lbs.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Lionhead_rabbits_like_to_be_held\"><\/span>Do Lionhead rabbits like to be held?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Does a lionhead rabbit like to be held? <b>Some lionheads are OK with being picked up, but most prefer to keep their feet on the ground. Many still enjoy cuddling and petting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_a_Lionhead_rabbit_bites_you\"><\/span>What does it mean when a Lionhead rabbit bites you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Generally, rabbits bite because <b>they have a need to assert dominance, defend their food, or protect themselves from a predator. A dominant rabbit may bite an owner for no apparent reason. Indoor rabbits may suddenly nip at their owner&#8217;s hands and\/or feet when they move too close to the rabbit&#8217;s territory.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_lionhead_bunnies_cuddly\"><\/span>Are lionhead bunnies cuddly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Lionheads are extremely good natured, and combined with the genetic mutation that gives them the long fur around their heads are not only a pleasant pet to spend time with, but pleasant to look at as well. <b>They are happy to cuddle up and enjoy as much attention as they can get.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_lionhead_rabbits_be_trained\"><\/span>Can lionhead rabbits be trained?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>7-9 years<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_friendliest_pet_rabbit\"><\/span>What is the friendliest pet rabbit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A Lionhead Rabbit is very easy to train.<\/b> You can train them to use a small litter box without much difficulty. Most of them can even begin to respond to basic commands when you give them enough patience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Are Lionhead bunnies good pets?Do Lionhead rabbits bite?How long does a Lionhead bunny live?Do Lionhead rabbits smell?Are Lionhead rabbits easy to train?Do Lionhead bunnies bite?Is a Lionhead bunny a good pet?How long do Lionhead rabbits live as pets?Do lionhead rabbits like to be held?What happens if a rabbit bites you?Do rabbits bite&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/172157"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=172157"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/172157\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=172157"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=172157"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=172157"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}