Lionhead
A small rabbit with a distinctive wool mane. Friendly and popular, but the mane and any wool on the body need regular grooming to prevent matting.
Key facts
Lifespan
7–10 years
Weight
1.3–1.7 kg
Grooming
High
Shedding
Moderate
First-time owners
Suitable
About the Lionhead
Lionheads carry a mane gene producing a ruff of longer wool around the head. Single-maned rabbits keep a modest ruff; double-maned ones have wool on the flanks too and need considerably more grooming. They are generally sociable and good-tempered. Standard rabbit welfare applies: pairs, space, unlimited hay and vaccination.
Living with a Lionhead
Bonded pair with a large permanent enclosure and daily run access.
- Good with children— depends on the individual
- Good with other pets— depends on the individual
- Suitable for first-time owners
Health
Conditions this breed is commonly predisposed to. This is general information, not veterinary advice — speak to a vet about any specific animal.
- Wool matting and wool block if ingested during grooming
- Dental malocclusion
- Flystrike; E. cuniculi
Ask the breeder for
- Myxomatosis and RHD1/RHD2 vaccination
- Dental check
Lionheads for sale
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All rabbits for saleLionhead FAQs
How long do Lionheads live?
A Lionhead typically lives 7–10 years.
Are Lionheads good for first-time owners?
Yes — Lionheads are generally suitable for sensible first-time owners who will train and exercise them consistently.
What health tests should a Lionhead breeder have done?
Myxomatosis and RHD1/RHD2 vaccination. Dental check.
Breed information is general guidance compiled by the PetHome team. Every animal is an individual — meet it, and its mother, before you commit. This is not veterinary advice.