Chingum — Discover Curiosities: Angora Rabbit

Angora Rabbit — If one day you see a cloud of fluff running across the floor in someone's house, it is most likely an angora rabbit. This species of rabbits is the fluffiest among all rodents, but even if we take the “brothers” - Angora goats, then the fluffiness Angora rabbitsf has no competitors here either.

Big fluffy bunny

Angora rabbits

The concept of angora rabbits actually unites several breeds at once (angora rabbits weigh from two to six kilograms, depending on the breed), which have a long and soft coat in common. It may seem that these unfortunate animals are a whim of modern man's selection, but in fact, this type of rabbit is the very first among all rabbits that humans have domesticated. Perhaps the reason for domestication was the soft fur of animals.

World's fluffiest bunny

Particular attention must be paid to the care of the wool of angora rabbits.

Angora Bunny, World's fluffiest bunny

The birthplace of Angora rabbits is Turkey: Angora is the old name of Ankara, the capital of Turkey. Angora cats and goats take their history from here. The first mentions of such rabbits in Europe date back to the 18th century, and in America they appeared just 100 years ago, and Angora rabbit scientific name is Oryctolagus cuniculus domesticus

white angora rabbit

The wool of angora rabbits does not cause allergies.

Taking care of angora rabbits is a headache. In addition to the usual difficulties associated with keeping these animals, which constantly need to gnaw at something and which are difficult to train, it is also necessary to pay special attention to the care of the coat. Such rabbits should not be allowed out into the garden or on the lawn to frolic: the likelihood that the animal will have fleas or ticks is much higher than that of other animals. But even completely domestic rabbits need to be combed out 2-3 times a week, otherwise the beautiful wool risks turning into unpleasant tangles.

Giant Angora rabbit

Angora rabbits live on average 5-7 years, but domestic and well-groomed animals often live up to 12.

Starting an angora rabbit in their homes, many owners dream of how a huge fluffy cloud will fly around the house or apartment and delight them and surprise guests. However, in fact, there are often so many troubles with wool that rabbits never turn into a cloud: much earlier they are given to special groomers to make the animals a fashionable haircut. Nevertheless, it is the Angora breeds that are among the most popular in the world: it is believed that today there are about 50 million Angora rabbits on earth. One of the reasons for this popularity is the fact that the wool of angora rabbits does not cause allergies. More about English Angora Rabbits, French Angora Rabbit

Furry bunnies

Angora rabbits come in a variety of colors.

The cutest bunny in the world

It is recommended to cut rabbits at least once every three months. Considering that such animals live up to 12 years, it is quite possible to collect fluff from one animal on a scarf or mittens. If your ambitions are just such, immediately select an animal for your color: whites are the most popular, however, you can find ash, black, red, chocolate, and even spotted. But most importantly, be responsible and take care of your pets.

Cute fluffy bunnies

Taking care of angora rabbits is a headache.

Angora rabbits are not only the most popular, but also the friendliest breed of decorative rabbits. These pets love communication and try to make friends not only with humans, but also with other pets, whether it be another rabbit, a cat, or even a huge dog.

Caring for fluffy companionship pets, however, is not the easiest one. The long fur of rabbits needs regular, gentle brushing, otherwise it will tangle and form tangles. For convenience in keeping, it is recommended to purchase a variety with a wool length of no more than 6 cm, because it crumples less. The fluffy coat gets dirty easily and gets dirty quickly, so it is necessary to keep the crawl cage crystal clear.

Like other decorative rabbits, angora need a high-quality balanced diet. Include plenty of grass and hay in their diet, and choose foods that are high in fiber. such food helps to remove hairballs from the body.

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