normal fur
A small to medium rabbit with a short, all-white coat and pale blue eyes; the standard allows no other colour.31
A quick, alert rabbit that can be easily startled, so it tends to suit calm, experienced keepers more than homes with very young children.1
Needs daily time out of any hutch or cage to run, hop, stretch and dig, plus toys, forage trays or puzzle feeders to keep it busy.4
A short normal coat needs only a weekly brush, a little more often while moulting. Keep plenty of hay available so the constantly growing teeth wear down naturally. White fur shows marks easily, so keep bedding clean and dry.4
The RSPCA recommends a living area of at least 3 m x 2 m x 1 m high so a rabbit can move, play, hide and stand up fully; a hutch alone is not enough and works only as a base joined to a large run or free-roam space.4
Unlimited fresh hay as the main food, a daily portion of leafy greens, a small measured amount of rabbit pellets, carrots and fruit only as occasional treats, and constant fresh water.4
Rabbits are social animals and the RSPCA advises keeping them with at least one compatible neutered rabbit companion, plus calm daily contact with people. Lift them with the back and bottom supported.4
J. de Graff created the Hulstlander in the Netherlands in the 1980s by crossing Vienna Whites with blue-eyed Polish rabbits. It was recognised in the Netherlands in 1984 and later by the British Rabbit Council, though it is still seldom seen outside its homeland.1
A typical home-care rhythm for a Hulstlander. A starting point, not a vet's advice.
Encourages rabbits to eat more hay while giving them a tasty treat.
How much: One skewer per rabbit per day
Recipe from PDSA
Not veterinary advice. Check with your vet first if your pet has allergies, a health condition, is on a special diet or is pregnant. Treats should stay a small part of the daily food. Cut to a safe size and supervise. Terms of use
Your Hulstlander needs unlimited fresh hay every day, plus a daily portion of leafy greens and a small measured amount of rabbit pellets. Furry Diary's starting plan is to refill hay daily and offer greens and pellets once a day. Check the food label for exact pellet amounts and ask your vet for guidance.46 Pet Wiki plan
A Hulstlander's diet should be about 85% hay and grass, 10% leafy greens, and 5% pellets. Carrots and fruit are only occasional treats. Dangerous foods include avocado, chocolate, onions, garlic, grapes, raisins, and muesli mixes. Always provide fresh water.467
No, you should not bathe a Hulstlander. Rabbits are very clean and bathing can stress them and cause health issues. Instead, keep their bedding clean and dry, and check the fur around the tail daily to ensure it stays clean.4 Pet Wiki plan
Yes, a weekly brush is enough for this short normal coat, but brush more often while moulting. Furry Diary's starting plan suggests brushing every 7 days and daily during moulting. This helps remove loose fur and keeps their white coat looking clean.4 Pet Wiki plan
Trim nails every 6 weeks or as needed. For teeth, provide unlimited hay to wear them down naturally, and check teeth weekly as they never stop growing. Furry Diary's plan includes a weekly teeth check and nail care every 42 days. Ask your vet for nail trimming advice.4 Pet Wiki plan
The RSPCA recommends a living area of at least 3 m x 2 m x 1 m high, with a hutch as a base joined to a large run or free-roam space. Your rabbit needs daily time out to run, hop, stretch and dig. Furry Diary suggests at least 4 hours of free-roam space each day.4 Pet Wiki plan
Rabbits are social animals, so the RSPCA advises keeping them with at least one compatible neutered rabbit companion. They also need calm daily contact with people. A lone rabbit can become lonely and stressed.4
The lifespan of a Hulstlander varies, but with good care they can live many years. For specific life expectancy, ask your vet or a good breeder. Regular vet check-ups and a proper diet help them live a long, healthy life.
This breed is quick and alert, and can be easily startled, so it tends to suit calm, experienced keepers more than homes with very young children. With gentle, supervised handling, older children may enjoy them, but always respect the rabbit's nature.1
Always lift your Hulstlander with one hand supporting the back and the other supporting the bottom. Never pick them up by the ears or scruff. This gentle hold keeps them secure and comfortable.4
Written from the sources on this page, a few checked guides (VCA, ASPCA, RSPCA) and Pet Wiki's own starting care plan. A friendly guide, not a vet's advice.
Every fact on this page has a numbered source. Spotted an error? [email protected].
Checked 2026-09-30. Text is written in our own words from these sources.
Polish
Blanc de Hotot