Physical Attributes ! The outstanding characteristic of the Lionhead Rabbit is that they have a 'mane 'long hair surrounding the face. These rabbits are a lot easier to care for than longhaired wooly rabbits or the Angoras, because their mane only needs to be combed out every couple of days. The mane on the Lionhead does tend to mat. NOTE: The Lionhead Lop is a very new breed; There is no certainty that it will keep its mane. The mane may molt and disappear for good or it may grow back even fuller than it was before this is true with the loinhead Rabbits They have a rounded head with short ears slightly shorter than most breeds, well rounded body, legs are medium , Eyes Bold and bright, eyes of whites red or blue. In all other colors as per color standard .
the flanks permissible on under 5 month exhibits, but not desired.

Breed: Lionhead

Show Classification:

Varieties: White, All colors

Weight: Senior Bucks & Does - 6 months of age and over, not over 3 3/4 lbs. Ideal weight 3 1/2 lbs.

Junior Bucks & Does - under 6 months of age, not over 3 1/4 lbs. Minimum weight 1 5/8 lbs.

Registration Weight: Bucks 6 Does: 6 lbs

Color and pattern: as long as it is recognized
Agouti, Black Otter, Blue, Chinchilla, Harlequin, Magpie, Opal, Orange and White (so far recognized)

Coat: The coat is dense and of good length, roll back and even all over the body. MANE -The mane should be between 2-3 inches in length to form a full circle around the head, extending to a 'V' at the back of the neck falling into a fringe over the crown. EARS: Short ears not to exceed 3inc.

Background: A Lionhead The breed has been recognized since 2002 by the British Rabbit Council and The North American Lionhead Rabbit Club NALRC , however as of yet it is not a fully recognized breed in the ARBA.