Frequently ASKED questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Lionheads good for my children, how will they adjust to our home?
My rabbits are handled daily, with that being said, I can not predict how our Lionheads will react around your children or in your home. In the 6 years I have been breeding, I have only had one complaint with my Lionhead and child, the child was Autistic. I advise you with any animal to do some research and learn the breed before making a decision to purchase our Lionheads. With that being said I have the right to refuse a sale if I feel the environment is not a good one for the rabbit.
One site you can go on to get a lot of information on Lionheads is The North American Lionhead Rabbit Club
http://www.lionhead.us
What are your hours of operation?
Since it is at your home can I come anytime?
I will accept texts, emails, messages from 9am-9pm. I will generally respond within 24 hours if not sooner. Rabbits can be seen by appointment only. Though my rabbits are raised at my home, I do have a full time job, school, responsibilities and during the show season I am pretty much busy on weekends. With that being said I will try and set up a certain time frame if I am home at least one day weekend. Also our family enjoys holidays and vacations just like others so we do take vacations and may not be available to accommodate schedules during our vacations.
How long will you hold after putting a deposit and Lionhead is available to go home?
We only like to hold for 7 days (unless other arrangements have been made).
What is the average size for Lionheads, I want MINI rabbit?
Lionheads are not MINI rabbits they are a smaller type of breed but can reach up to 4lbs. Most of rabbits our anywhere between 2.5 to 3.5 lbs.
How often do you groom a Lionhead?
I groom my Lionhead generally two to three times a month, if they are heavy coat or molting it maybe more.
Can Lionheads be litter trained?
Yes they can and easily so, there are tons of information/tutorials on Youtube other sites to learn how to. Google litter training rabbits
How long do Lionheads live?
The average lifespan is 6-8 years
What is the price of the rabbits?
Prices depend on:
Quality- there are 3 types, show, brood and pet
Sex- Does are generally more than bucks
Colors - My Blue Whites are the most pricer, along with Torts
Generally my rabbit sell from $75 to $150.
My rabbits health are guaranteed for 7 days once you’ve taken home.
ALL SALES ARE FINAL, WITH ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS.
How can I purchase one, can I put on hold?
I no longer have a waiting list, with that being said, it is first come first serve. I generally post pictures on My Desilu Facebook page a week or two before selling a rabbit. If you see a picture of rabbit you like you, can put a NON REFUNDABLE HOLD, 50 % down, on a rabbit through PAYPAL. My email address is [email protected]. Please make payments through friends and family, if you pay through Merchant than add 4% to your total cost of the rabbit.
What do you feed your Rabbits? Where can I buy the food and how much?
I feed my Rabbits Blue Seal Show Hutch food, however you can slowly introduce another brand however stay at 16% to 18% protein level unless you have a pregnant doe. I also give them Timothy Hay daily, which helps with their digestive system. Lionheads are self groomers, the hay will help push the hair through their digestive systems. You can get Blue Seal products at Tractor Supply. The bags are 50lbs and generally run between $17.99 if on sale or $20.
Can I feed fresh Veggies and Fruit to my rabbit?
Yes you can but please wait until they have reached 4 months of age.
Your rabbit may enjoy some of these vegetables
Basil
Bok choy
Broccoli leaves (stems or tops can make rabbits gassy)
Carrot tops (carrots are high in calcium and should be given sparingly)
Celery
Cilantro
Clover
Collard greens
Dandelion leaves
Dill
Kale (sparingly)
Lettuce – romaine or dark leaf (no iceburg lettuce and no cabbage)
Mint
Mustard greens
Parsley
Water cress
Some fruits that rabbits enjoy include:
Strawberries
Raspberries
Bananas
Pineapple
Apples (no seeds)
Welcome to the NALRC
download and print it, get the signatures of at least three current NALRC members, and MAIL it (paper mail), and it must be postmarked no later than May 15, 2017!
LIONHEAD.US
Are Lionheads good for my children, how will they adjust to our home?
My rabbits are handled daily, with that being said, I can not predict how our Lionheads will react around your children or in your home. In the 6 years I have been breeding, I have only had one complaint with my Lionhead and child, the child was Autistic. I advise you with any animal to do some research and learn the breed before making a decision to purchase our Lionheads. With that being said I have the right to refuse a sale if I feel the environment is not a good one for the rabbit.
One site you can go on to get a lot of information on Lionheads is The North American Lionhead Rabbit Club
http://www.lionhead.us
What are your hours of operation?
Since it is at your home can I come anytime?
I will accept texts, emails, messages from 9am-9pm. I will generally respond within 24 hours if not sooner. Rabbits can be seen by appointment only. Though my rabbits are raised at my home, I do have a full time job, school, responsibilities and during the show season I am pretty much busy on weekends. With that being said I will try and set up a certain time frame if I am home at least one day weekend. Also our family enjoys holidays and vacations just like others so we do take vacations and may not be available to accommodate schedules during our vacations.
How long will you hold after putting a deposit and Lionhead is available to go home?
We only like to hold for 7 days (unless other arrangements have been made).
What is the average size for Lionheads, I want MINI rabbit?
Lionheads are not MINI rabbits they are a smaller type of breed but can reach up to 4lbs. Most of rabbits our anywhere between 2.5 to 3.5 lbs.
How often do you groom a Lionhead?
I groom my Lionhead generally two to three times a month, if they are heavy coat or molting it maybe more.
Can Lionheads be litter trained?
Yes they can and easily so, there are tons of information/tutorials on Youtube other sites to learn how to. Google litter training rabbits
How long do Lionheads live?
The average lifespan is 6-8 years
What is the price of the rabbits?
Prices depend on:
Quality- there are 3 types, show, brood and pet
Sex- Does are generally more than bucks
Colors - My Blue Whites are the most pricer, along with Torts
Generally my rabbit sell from $75 to $150.
My rabbits health are guaranteed for 7 days once you’ve taken home.
ALL SALES ARE FINAL, WITH ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS.
How can I purchase one, can I put on hold?
I no longer have a waiting list, with that being said, it is first come first serve. I generally post pictures on My Desilu Facebook page a week or two before selling a rabbit. If you see a picture of rabbit you like you, can put a NON REFUNDABLE HOLD, 50 % down, on a rabbit through PAYPAL. My email address is [email protected]. Please make payments through friends and family, if you pay through Merchant than add 4% to your total cost of the rabbit.
What do you feed your Rabbits? Where can I buy the food and how much?
I feed my Rabbits Blue Seal Show Hutch food, however you can slowly introduce another brand however stay at 16% to 18% protein level unless you have a pregnant doe. I also give them Timothy Hay daily, which helps with their digestive system. Lionheads are self groomers, the hay will help push the hair through their digestive systems. You can get Blue Seal products at Tractor Supply. The bags are 50lbs and generally run between $17.99 if on sale or $20.
Can I feed fresh Veggies and Fruit to my rabbit?
Yes you can but please wait until they have reached 4 months of age.
Your rabbit may enjoy some of these vegetables
Basil
Bok choy
Broccoli leaves (stems or tops can make rabbits gassy)
Carrot tops (carrots are high in calcium and should be given sparingly)
Celery
Cilantro
Clover
Collard greens
Dandelion leaves
Dill
Kale (sparingly)
Lettuce – romaine or dark leaf (no iceburg lettuce and no cabbage)
Mint
Mustard greens
Parsley
Water cress
Some fruits that rabbits enjoy include:
Strawberries
Raspberries
Bananas
Pineapple
Apples (no seeds)
Welcome to the NALRC
download and print it, get the signatures of at least three current NALRC members, and MAIL it (paper mail), and it must be postmarked no later than May 15, 2017!
LIONHEAD.US