HOPPITY LOPPITY
Pedigree Holland Lops & Netherland Dwarfs from our family to yours
Hoppity Loppity Rabbitry, based in Parkland, Fl, is a bunny breeder of purebreed pedigreed Holland Lops Dwarfs for show quality whether that is your purpose or just a wonderful pet. We run a closed home rabbitry for the safety of the animals and our family. We do not rescue rabbits. Our rabbits are socialized from an early start as well as litter train started. Some of our original stock was grandsired by Spanky (Top Lop in USA 2018). Also many other great lines such as Campos in Seattle, WA, Creekside, MI and Happy Hills , MS who is the top Holland Lop breeder of the Southern States. We are ARBA (American Rabbit Breeders Association) and HLSC (Holland Lop Specialty Club) registered breeder.
A Bit of Background
How We Got Started
We fell in love with these wonderful animals and started caring for them and breeding with the help of the children.. Originally we did not plan to operate as a professional Rabbit Breeder, we just wanted wonderful pets for ourselves. However, we became hooked and soon we added a second and then a third one and then on an on to our family. A little fact is that rabbits have a wonderful personality closer to that of a dog/ they bond with their owners and even follow you around the house. They do well litter trained and relate well to other animals such as dogs and cats in general. No wonder rabbits are the 3rd most popular pet in USA. We share our home with 3 kids, 4 dogs and our Holland Lops.
After acquiring a lot of information about the breeding process, we decided to do our part in preserving it, which led to the birth of our Hoppity Loppity Rabbitry here in Parkland, Fl . We obtained our stock from some of the top Holland Lop Breeders in the country to make sure we had clean blood lines and produce gorgeous show quality babies. Since then, we’ve known so much love, joy and excitement! Contact us to find out more.
Announcements
Upcoming Litter
Holland Lop families are growing.
Next planned Holland Lop litter is due to kindle Mid January and maybe another one later on the month God willing. Happy wishes for these seasoned mammas!
Kits We Produce !
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Nursery
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BUCKS
The Gents of the house
Tauntaun
Tauntaun is a Solid Sr Sable Point buck . He is a Grand Champion all the way from Creekside Rabbitry, MI. He has 6 GC legs so far, beautiful color and the biggest head on any buck I have ever seen, cheeks for days . He is also the nicest guy ever and loves head rubs . We can’t wait to welcome his offspring and cannot thank enough the Dull family for trusting us with this stunning buck. We just love him !!!
Boots
Boots is Mr. personality. He is super playful and active. He is our Broken Frosty buck. He loves head rubs and running around. Beautiful big head, kids favorite.
Aspen
Aspen is a Broken Sable Point Buck. This young buck is full of spunk and soon to be a Sr. Head is developing nicely and he won a BOV at his fIrst recent show . He is a home grown from Happy Hill’s line Anabelle who retired . We can wait to see him glow up and hopefully broaden more in shoulders and body . He is a fun buck.
Does
The Ladies of the house
Helga
Our beautiful Broken Black Tort . She already has hit the show tables as a Junior and won a BOSV in Open and couple 1 st classes . She is nice and wide with a fluffy crown. Super sweet cheeky girl. She is a home grown from Murphy’s lines.
Smokey
Smokey is our seasoned mamma . She is a smutty sable point doe and the sweetest animal in the whole place. She always has nice litters and puts that temperament on her kits . She had several 1 st in class placements as a Jr before she went into production. Her babies place well also so we love this chesty girl. She is a homegrown from Happy Hill’s Anabelle who retired this year.
S'Mores
S’mores is a very promising Solid Sable Point doe just turned Sr. She has already won 3 Champion legs and awaiting a Sr win to be a Grand Champion hopefully . She has Smokey’s (her mamma) good lucks and sweet disposition. Can’t wait to see what she produces when old enough. She has cleaner pretty color and judges always compliment her coat texture and condition. Big hopes for her
Oreo
Oreo is our Grand Champion with 6 wins from which 2 were Best In Show (BIS). Oreo was originally breed by Larson's Rabbitry in MN. She was also 2021 USA's Top Lop #6 which is a great honor as it represents the best 10 Holland Lops in the Country. We are very proud of her and she has the sweetest personality!
Star
Star is a Solid Black Tort that comes all the way from Joe’s in Michigan. This gal has a rocking body, tons of mass and bone to put in her kits . She won a BOB before going into production . We are excited for her offsprings with us and thank Joe Borawsky for trusting us with this beautiful gal .
Hash Brown
Hash Brown is a Solid Black Tort cute little up coming Junior. She has already hit the tables at 3 M placing well with a 2nd and 3 rd placement on a good size class which is great for a pre-junior . Good comments from the judges overall other than she needs to grow more into her frame. We can’t wait to see her Blossom . She is out of Oreo, our beautiful Grand Champion.
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Health & Care Info
Important info for people who never has had rabbits
Health Tips
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Do not bathe the rabbit. They are very clean creatures and bathing them can ham them as they will panic in water may fracture a limb or back. Wet fur can also lead to hypothermia and respiratory Dz. Hot water or hair dryer can scald their skin. If something is very soiled, you can spot clean them with a rag and warm water and maybe dry the fur with blow drier on cold setting but be careful as the noise will spook them.
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Learn to handle your rabbit although they do love to be pet, they do not like to be picked up as much. When picking them up support their back legs with arm and hold close to your body. They have powerful back legs but weak spines.
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Keep a tidy hutch and remove poop when needed.
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Rabbits do eat a portion of their feces called a caecotroph. This is vital for their intestinal health ad digestion as it contains their probiotic bacteria. You will probably never witness this but if they have a dirty mushy bottom this may indicate a sign of serious disease and veterinary care should be seeked out.
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Their nails need to be trimmed often so have your veterinary teach you and if you do not dare then take them to vet for them to do it safely.
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They need to be brushed weekly. This will help with their own maintenance and periodic shedding.
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If kept outside, they need parasite and flea prevention so make sure you take them regularly to a veterinarian for check ups and this prevention.
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When in doubt, always consult with your rabbits veterinarian so make sure you locate one that has experience with rabbits.
Diet Advice
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The majority of their nutrients should come primarily from Timothy Hay and Orchard Grass.
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Rabbits do not need pellets and if fed it should only be a small amount of their diet.
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Do not give vegetables and fruits to less than 6 M rabbits, if done only a small amount as a rare treat. Rabbits digestive system is very sensitive.
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Make sure hay is not dusty.
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Alfalfa hay can be given in moderation to Jr. rabbits and nursing mothers.
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They love leafy greens such as but not limited to lettuce (Romaine, butterhead, bib, red and green lettuce. arugula, cilantro, parsley, arugula, spinash, endive, turnip greens, chicory, dandelion greens, raspberry leaves, basil, mint, radicchio, watercress, kale, bok choy, dill, mustard greens, swiss chard, wheat grass, escarole.
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Safe vegetables include but not limited to bell peppers. cucumbers, parsnip, zucchini,kohlrabi, celery,broccolini, carrots with leaves, broccoli with leaves and stem, brussel spouts and cabbage.
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Fruits should only be given also as a treat once or twice a week as very high in carbohydrates. safe fruits are apple ( NO SEEDS) , banana, most berries, cherries (NO SEEDS), grapes, melon, nectarine, orange, papaya, peach, pear, pineapple, plum and watermelon
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Abundant and endless supply of fresh water always.