If you are interested in getting a pet bunny, you need to know a lot of things.  One of them is which breed is the right one for you!  There are different sizes and fur textures.    Bunnies can weigh from two pounds and up.  The angora furs need frequent grooming.  According to the American Rabbit Breeders Association, there are more than 40 recognized breeds.  (who knows how many "un" recognized are out there, not including mixed!)  Just as with dogs, each breed of rabbit has it's own uniqueness.

Pedigree or mixed?  That's up to you.  The characteristics of a pedigreed bunny can vary from rabbit to rabbit just as with a mixed breed.  Though yes, some breeds have certain things in common, you can't assume every bunny will be the same.

Male or female??  This is a great controversy in bunny books.  The ones I read said females make the best pets, but my males have been less aggressive than the females. Keep in mind no matter which you choose, spaying or neutering should be on your list.

Because of space, I've only put the average sizes and the fur type of each of the 40, and links to pages about them.  I'm not an expert on showing rabbits, but I think it's important to know the differences.  I also do not know the temperament of the breeds.  Once you decide on a size and fur type, you can begin your quest to find your pet bunny.

Keep in mind, no matter which bunny you decide on, small children and bunnies are usually not a good mix.  Bunnies are fragile and the natural curiosity of a child sometimes is a bit much for a bunny.

American - Averages 10 pounds, normal fur.
American Fuzzy Lop - Averages 4 pounds, angora fur.
American Sable - Averages 8.5/9 pounds, normal fur.
English Angora - Averages 6 pounds, angora fur.
French Angora - Averages 9 pounds, angora fur.
Giant Angora - Averages 9 pounds (or more), angora fur.
Satin Angora - Averages 7 pounds, angora fur.
Belgian Hare - Averages 8 pounds, short fur.
Beveren - Averages 10 pounds, normal fur.
Britannia Petite - Averages 2.5 pounds, normal fur.
Californian - Averages 9 pounds, normal fur.
Champagne D'Argent - Averages 10 pounds, normal fur.
Giant Chinchilla - Averages 13 pounds, normal fur.
Standard Chinchilla - Averages 6 pounds, normal fur.
Cinnamon - Averages 9 pounds, normal fur.
Creme d'Argent - Averages 9 pounds, normal fur.
Dutch - Averages 4 pounds, normal fur.
Dwarf Hotot - Averages 2.5 pounds, normal fur.
English Spot - Averages 6 pounds, normal fur.
Flemish Giant - Averages 13.5 pounds, normal fur.
Florida White - Averages 5 pounds, normal fur.
Harlequin - Averages 7 pounds, normal fur.
Havana - Averages 5 pounds, normal fur, soft and thick.
Himalayan - Averages 3.5 pounds, normal fur.
Hotot - Averages 10 pounds, normal fur.
Jersey Wooly - Averages 3 pounds, angora fur.
Lilac - Averages 6 pounds, normal fur.
English Lop - Averages 9 pounds, normal fur, LARGE ears!!
French Lop - Averages 10 pounds, normal fur.
Holland Lop - Averages 3.5 pounds, normal fur.
Mini Lop - Averages 5.5 pounds, normal fur.
Mini Rex - Averages 4 pounds, normal fur, plush feel.
Netherland Dwarf - Averages 2 pounds, normal fur.
New Zealand - Averages 10 pounds, normal fur.
Palomino - Averages 9 pounds, normal fur.
Polish - Averages 3 pounds, normal fur, thick.
Rex - Averages 9 pounds, normal fur.
Rhinelander - Averages 8 pounds, normal fur.
Satin - Averages 10 pounds, normal fur.
Silver - Averages 5.5 pounds, normal fur.
Silver Fox - Averages 10.5 pounds, normal fur, long.
Silver Marten - Averages 8 pounds, normal fur.
Tan - Averages 5 pounds, normal fur..
Mixed Breeds -  who knows!?  they can be small or large and many fur types.