French Lop vs Holland Lop: What’s the difference?

There are 19 Lop rabbit breeds with ears that hang down from their heads instead of pointed straight up. We will discuss the differences between the Holland Lop and French Lop lop rabbits so that you can decide which one is best for your home.

Continue reading to learn more about lifespan grooming requirements and trainability.

Visual Differences

A Glance

French Lop

• Adult height: Average height is 3-4 feet
• Average weight (adult): 10 – 15 pounds
• Lifespan: 5-7 years
• Exercise: 3 hours per day
• Grooming Requirements: Minimal
• Yes, it is family-friendly
• Other pets-friendly places
• Training: Intelligent people can learn to use the litter box and come when called.

Holland Lop

• Adult height: 2-3 inches
• Average weight (adult): 3 – 4 pounds
• Life expectancy: 7-12 years
• Exercise for 2+ hours per day
• Grooming Requirements: Minimal
• Family-friendly
• Other pets-friendly places
• Trainability: Intelligent and able to learn how to use the litterbox

French Lop Overview

French Lop is the largest lop-eared giant rabbit. It can reach nearly four feet in height and weighs up to fifteen pounds. Because of its size, it isn’t as popular as other breeds.

Personality/Character

Although this large rabbit may seem intimidating, it is very friendly and has a calm temperament. It is calm and relaxed and will quickly form a bond with its family. It loves being with family members and will let you pick it up to carry around. It is not a good friend if it is left alone.

Health & Care

French Lobs are easy to care for and require only occasional brushing. If they don’t shed, once a week should be sufficient. However, if they do shed, it will only take about two to three days to brush their fur. They don’t need to be bathed, but you may need to trim their nails occasionally.

Due to their large size, they require a larger cage. For a rabbit of this size, experts recommend a cage measuring 30 inches by 36 inches. We recommend that they be allowed to go outside for at least 3 hours per day in order to get the exercise and stimulation they need.

Suitable For:

French Lop Rabbits can be very friendly but are better suited for owners who have some experience with rabbits. Children can be injured by their large size and strong legs. They can also injure rabbits trying to pick them up. A rabbit’s appetite is high and they will need a lot of timothy Hay, which can be surprising for an inexperienced owner.

Holland Lop Overview

The Holland Lop is smaller than the French Lop and will grow to four inches in height. It is small and stocky with a large head.

Personality/Character

Holland Lop rabbits can be very friendly and are often described as more docile than some other breeds. It is small enough that children can handle it without difficulty. They also enjoy being carried around. It is very vocal and will entertain your family with constant noises, grunts and snorts to let them know what its mood is.

Health & Care

Holland Lop Rabbits require very little maintenance. They only need to be brushed once per week and twice a week if they shed like the French Lop. However, their small bodies make brushing easy. You don’t want to bathe them and they won’t be able to tolerate it. However, you will have to trim their nails every few weeks. Holland Lop rabbits need to be outside for at least two hours each day to get the exercise and health they require.

Suitable For:

Holland Lop is the perfect rabbit for all ages. It is small enough to be carried by small children, and enjoys being observed. Its natural ability to speak will keep everyone interested and keep it from becoming bored. It is very easy to care for, doesn’t need much food, and can live for a long time if it is kept indoors. Its small size makes it difficult to keep around cats and other pets that may try to attack it.

Which breed is right for you?

The Holland Lop is a great choice for novice rabbit owners. The Holland Lop’s small size makes it a friendly and affordable pet. Because it can be active in a smaller space, it doesn’t need as much freedom and requires a small cage.

After some experience, the French Lop is a great family pet. The French Lop’s large size will make it the talk of your neighborhood. Its relaxed and friendly personality will also make it a popular pet with family members. It will require a large cage, lots of food, and plenty of time to explore your home. However, it is not likely to get into trouble very often and prefers to be with family members. Its powerful hind legs can cause injury if it leaps on you unintentionally.

Last Thoughts

We hope that you enjoyed this article and learned interesting facts about both these unique rabbit breeds. We hope this article has helped you to choose the right one for your home. Please share this comparison between Holland Lop and French Lop rabbits on Facebook or Twitter.