Desired sizes for Flemish Giants
| AGE | TARGET WEIGHT (pounds) | EAR LENGTH |
|---|---|---|
| 4 months 4mo 1wk 4mo 2wk 4mo 3wk | 8.0 – 9.25 9.25 – 9.50 10.0 – 10.25 10.25 – 10.50 | 5 ½” |
| 5 months 5mo 2wk | 10.0 – 11.50 – 12.25 | 5 ¾” |
| 6 months 6mo 2wk | 11.0 – 13.0 – 13.50 | 6” |
| 7 months 7mo 2wk | 12.0 – 14.0 – 14.50 | 6” + |
How quickly do Flemish Giants grow?
A Flemish Giant can take up to 1.5 years to reach their maximum weight and a breeder should wait until the rabbit is slightly over a year old before breeding. Females and males can become sexually mature at 4 months and 8 days.
How much should my Flemish Giant weigh?
15 pounds
Physical Description. There may be no more awe-inspiring rabbit in the world than the Flemish Giant. If one came hopping along, you might at first glance mistake it for a dog. These rabbits weigh 15 pounds on average and can reach a length of 2.5 feet.
At what age do you butcher Flemish Giant rabbits?
Although companion rabbits are capable of living 10 to 15 years, the vast majority of “meat” rabbits are killed at three months of age. Referred to as “fryers,” these baby rabbits weigh only 1.5 – 3.5 pounds. A small percentage are slaughtered at 8 months old or 4 pounds; they are known in the industry as “roasters.”
Do all Flemish Giant rabbits get big?
Absolutely. As you can see, some members of this breed can reach the size of a medium-sized pet dog like a Shetland Sheepdog. The average Flemish Giant weighs about 15 pounds (6.8 kilograms), though the breed can get even larger. Some of these rabbits can even reach up to 10 kilograms (22 pounds).
How big should a Flemish Giant be at 6 months?
Desired sizes for Flemish Giants
| AGE | TARGET WEIGHT (pounds) | EAR LENGTH |
|---|---|---|
| 5 months 5mo 2wk | 10.0 – 11.50 – 12.25 | 5 ¾” |
| 6 months 6mo 2wk | 11.0 – 13.0 – 13.50 | 6” |
| 7 months 7mo 2wk | 12.0 – 14.0 – 14.50 | 6” + |
| 8 months 8mo 2wk | BUCKS – 13.0 minimum DOES – 14.0 minimum 13.50 – 15.25 |
Are Flemish Giants cuddly?
Despite their enormous size, Flemish Giants are known to be laid-back and docile in nature. They adore their owners and are very friendly with kids. They also love attention and even sit on the laps of their owners.
Do Flemish Giant rabbits like to be held?
Giant rabbits do not like being handled and will often thrash their feet or bite if they are handled inappropriately. Flemish Giants may also bite if they are stroked for too long, or if they feel unable to escape from a situation. They can also become very vocal if they feel unhappy or stressed.
How do you pick up Flemish Giants?
These are big rabbits, so they need a lot of support if you’re going to pick them up. Support their upper body with one arm around the chest and front legs. Wrap your other arm around the lower half and make sure you support the rear legs.
Can you walk a Flemish Giant Rabbit?
Bunnies will much prefer their freedom to any sort of organized “walk.” However, rabbits can be leash trained for specific purposes — although as I said, they will get more exercise from free-roaming playtime. If you want to train your rabbit to walk on a leash you’ll need to start with a proper harness.
Is raising meat rabbits worth it?
They’re not worth the effort. If you’re serious about keeping rabbits for meat, you need a breed built for the job. Meat rabbits are longer, fatter, and fluffier than your typical wild bunny. These are generally regarded as the best rabbits for eating – though some make good house pets as well.
How long can you leave a rabbit before gutting it?
You should gut furred small game as soon as possible. Especially rabbits and hares, because there’s something about their innards that allows them to sour very quickly. In warm weather, it only takes an hour or so for the thin abdominal muscles to start turning greenish blue.
What is the best tasting rabbit?
The New Zealand rabbit breed is by far the most common and the most popular best meat rabbit. It’s estimated that 90% of the rabbits raised for meat are New Zealand rabbits. One reason may be that this rabbit breed puts on weight quickly and has an exceptional meat-to-bone ratio.
Do Flemish Giants rabbits need a companion?
As you would expect, the sheer size that these rabbits can reach means they need much larger accommodation than smaller rabbits. All rabbits should be kept in neutered pairs, or larger groups, and giant rabbits are no different.
How do I know if I have a Flemish Giant?
These rabbits have a distinctive head and V-shaped long ears. They also have an arched shaped body and a rounded tail. Male and female Flemish Giants are very easy to tell apart. Bucks have a broader head while female rabbits have large, fur-coated skin or dewlaps just below their chins.
What rabbit is bigger than a Flemish Giant?
Continental Giant
The Continental Giant rabbit breed can weigh up to 16 pounds and more. Thought to be descended from Flemish Giants, the body of this rabbit breed is powerful and long. Their thick, glossy coat comes in a variety of colors. Continental Giants have been useful as meat, fur, and show animals.
How big of a cage does a Flemish Giant need?
The habitat should be at least four times the size of your bunny. To give them the space to grow and be comfortable, the cage should be minimum of 24″ high, 30″ deep and 48″ wide. (Bigger is better!) A larger door is needed on the cage to make sure the bunny can easily be removed.
How much do you feed a baby Flemish Giant Rabbit?
Your Flemish Giant as an adult will want 1 quarter cup of Timothy Hay pellets a day. If your Flemish Giant is under 1 year old / Under 5lbs, it would need one eighth of a cup of Alfalfa Pellets.
Do Flemish Giants chew furniture?
All bunnies are big chewers, but Flemish Giant especially so, as they have the strength to make even more damage if you let them. Protecting furniture from bunnies and bunnies from electric cables is a must if you want your pet to play safely and without any destructive consequences for your belongings.
Can a bunny sleep with you?
If your rabbit wants to sleep with you and can do so safely, it’s fine. If you’re prepared to risk losing sleep, sharing a bed with a rabbit will deepen your bond. Just remember that rabbits like routine. You can’t share your bed some nights but not others.
Do rabbits thump when they are happy?
Think of rabbits out in the wild: they are prey animals, always on the alert for danger, yet unable to communicate verbally. That’s where stamping or thumping comes in: they use this body language to tell others they are feeling threatened.