You can recognize French lop rabbits by their large size and friendly personality. These Lops love attention and are a mix of the Normandy Giant, the English lop, and the Flemish Giant.
French lops are among the most popular show rabbits. In fact, they are so popular that they have become known as “the king of fantasy” among American breeders. Their gentle nature and fun-loving character make them the perfect family pets. Lops love attention and like to be hugged, making them the perfect pets for young children.
You can recognize French lop rabbits by their large bone structure. They have smaller ears than English lops, but they still stand out and are easily recognizable. They develop what are commonly known as dust ruffles around their bottom area, which sets them apart from other lops.
French type lops come in all shapes and colors, from solid colors to ripped patterns.
It is best to prevent your lop from reproducing before 9 months. But you should also make sure that the female does not have her first litter after one year of age.
The reason is that after the first year, the female’s pelvic bones begin to fuse together, which can make natural childbirth painful and difficult. Females can have very large litters. In fact, the average litter for a female French lop is between 5 and 12 pups, so make sure you’re ready for that.
Due to their rather large size, these lops tend to lie down and are not very active, so they do not require as much physical exercise.
When raised correctly, French lops can make perfect family pets. These animals love company, so it is recommended that you buy them in pairs so that they do not feel alone.
The diet of the Lop diet is similar to that of most other rabbits. The diet of the French lop consists mainly of hay and pellets. Threats made especially for lop rabbits can also be administered to your lop in moderation. They also love things like fresh basil, romaine lettuce, and cilantro. Cauliflower and broccoli should only be given to your pet occasionally as they can cause gas and make your pet seriously ill.
French lops are ideal for people with large families and need much less attention than other types of lop rabbits. If you want to expand your knowledge of Lops, I suggest you attend the rabbit exhibitions and ask the breeders for information. They will be more than happy to show you how to raise your Lop correctly.
