Cage and feed requirements: Keeping in mind the size of breed that you choose, and that excercize is very important to the success of keeping a pet rabbit you will want to plan the cage accordingly. Minumum size is as follows:
Small breed: These rabbits consume between 1/3 and 2/3 cup of feed per day and take up 3-1/2 sq ft of cage space
Medium breed: These rabbits consume between 1/2 and 1 cup of feed per day and take up 5 sq ft of cage space.
Large breed: These rabbits consume about 1-1/4 cup of feed per day and take up 7-1/2 sq ft of cage space.
Giant breed: The giants require 1-3/4 - 2 cups of feed per day and 11 - 12 sq ft of cage space.
One final note in selecting your new bunny: We have found that more important than registration, and all of the science that goes into breeds and color is that for us personality is most important. We are choosing bunnies that are both beautiful, and have great personality. After all, they are becoming a part or our family. Keeping in mind that rabbits generally live over 10 yrs if kept healthy and happy, this is a long term relationship, and so choose accordingly!