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The Friendly Angora Rabbit Guide

Breed profiles, grooming how-tos, wool care and health basics for Angora owners. We link the source for every fact, so you can brush, feed and cuddle with confidence.

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What Is an Angora Rabbit?

An Angora rabbit is a domestic rabbit bred for its long, soft wool. It is one of the oldest types of domestic rabbit, and it takes its name from Ankara in Turkey, once known as Angora (source).

The American Rabbit Breeders Association recognizes four Angora breeds: the English, French, Satin and Giant. The German Angora is bred to its own IAGARB standard. Angora wool is usually plucked or shorn every three to four months and needs regular grooming in between, so these rabbits take more daily care than most. With good care, the Merck Veterinary Manual says pet rabbits can live 10 to 12 years or longer.

New to Angoras? Start with our Angora rabbit care guide, check what an Angora rabbit costs, or compare the Angora breeds.

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Meet the Five Angora Breeds

ARBA recognizes the English, French, Giant and Satin Angora. The German Angora follows its own IAGARB standard.

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Grooming & Wool Care

Combing, trimming, mats and harvesting wool.

Health

Wool block, teeth, eyes and when to call the vet.

Food & Treats

Hay, pellets, veggies and what to skip.

Bunny Behavior

Binkies, flops, litter habits and bonding.

Breeds & Colors

Size, coat types and choosing your rabbit.

Tools & Gear

Combs, brushes and kit that actually helps.

Angora wool 101

Four Facts Every Owner Should Know

4 + 1

Four Angora breeds are recognized by ARBA. The German Angora has its own IAGARB standard.

Recessive

Long Angora wool is a recessive trait linked to the FGF5 gene.

3–4 months

How often Angora wool is usually plucked or shorn.

Daily

How often the PDSA says an English Angora needs grooming.

Sources: Angora rabbit (Wikipedia), OMIA, PDSA.

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