Deilenaar Rabbit 101

At first glance, the first thing you will notice is the coloring of this rabbit.


Deilenaar rabbits have a red agouti color with some mackerel and ticking of shades of black. Their base color is slate blue, which is evenly divided, with an intermediate color of rusty brown. The fur color of the Deilenaar rabbits is deep and rich, and its medium-length feels dense and silky to the touch. Its colored coating extends to its entire body, except for its dark legs and their underside. The chest of the Deilenaar rabbits has an even darker coloring, and its belly has a creamy color with some red stripes at the groin.

There will also be a tan color inside the ears of these Deilenaar rabbits, along with their jawline and their muzzle. Their ears will also be edged with black color. Their forelegs will also have some red agouti colors, but they will not have mackerel because their fur is shorter. These Deilenaar rabbits are medium in size, and their body is compact, meaty, and muscular. Some experts describe this as thickset and robust. The heads of these Deilenaar rabbits will be carried low, and the neck will be barely visible, but this feature is more developed in males compared to females. Their ears are also strong and erect, about 11 cm long.


Behavior.

Deilenaar rabbits have calm and even behavior, which makes them very ideal to have as a pet. These animals are known to be lively, friendly, and affectionate. They are also quite intelligent, which means the owners can teach them to use a litter tray. These Deilenaar rabbits can also be provided with pet toys like rattles and bells, to keep them occupied.

Owners should also put into consideration the good behavior of these rabbits and provide them with space to roam freely and exercise. But whenever you do so, you should make sure that the house is rabbit-proof, so that both your pet and your belongings will remain safe. In fact, this Deilenaar rabbit breed might not be the best choice for those who are inexperienced in keeping and handling rabbits.


Cage.

Because the Deilenaar Rabbit is a medium-sized rabbit, he will require a cage that is at least 3 square feet and that is approximately 14 inches high or more. They do very well with a wire cage, and they can also live outdoors, just as long as the climate is fairly moderate as they need protection from extreme heat and cold. Just be sure that the cage is elevated off the ground and is protected from predators and inclement weather.

You will need a climate-controlled enclosure that is water and weatherproof if you live in an area with extreme conditions and temperatures. For keeping a Deilenaar rabbit indoors, what you have to prepare is a rabbit cage or crate, similar to an indoor dog cage in a secure area of your house. Usually, the cage must have a minimum of 3 square feet of floor space, so the Deilenaar rabbits can rest comfortably. The hutch should have a solid bottom, and you can use wood chips, straw, or wood shavings. You need to avoid using cedar chips as they are known to cause respiratory problems in rabbits.


Environmental Conditions.

Between 55° to 70°F is the ideal temperature range for the majority of rabbits, but keep in mind that most rabbits can’t handle any temperature above 85°F. You need to be sure to provide your Deilenaar with shade from the sun and keep him sheltered from snow, rain, and wind. You should only offer artificial light if you’re keeping your Deilenaar in a habitat that does not have any natural daylight. If this is how the cage is set up, then the lighting needs to imitate the natural night and day cycles. While cleaning the hutch, you should use a disinfectant to eliminate bacteria, viruses, and mold.



Getting Along with Other Pets.

Deilenaar Rabbits, like most rabbits, would do best without other pets, given their docile and nervous natures. However, if he is raised alongside other pets, the Deilenaar will probably get along well since they will have a chance to get used to each other and bond. If you’ve decided to introduce a new pet to the household, you will need to take your time and be prepared for a lot of patience. Many of our pets are the common predators of rabbits like dogs, cats, and ferrets, so you will need to supervise when your rabbit is outside of his cage and expect the introductory period to take some time.
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