Fur & Feather gives 2.25-3.2 kg; the Wikipedia breed list gives 5-7 lb (2.3-3.2 kg).
short normal fur
A compact rabbit with erect ears whose short coat is a cool smoky grey on the back, fading into a soft pearl-grey beige on the sides and underneath. In the Marten pattern the chest, flanks and rump are sprinkled with longer white hairs and the belly is white.12
Needs daily time to run, hop and explore, with puzzle feeders, tunnels and toys to keep it busy.3
The short coat is low maintenance and needs only occasional brushing. Routine care is mostly regular hands-on checks of coat, nails and teeth plus grooming to keep the coat in good order.23
Needs a secure living area of at least 3m x 2m x 1m with room to hop, stretch, play and hide, plus toys, tunnels and foraging chances for enrichment.3
Plenty of hay forms the base of the diet and keeps the constantly growing teeth worn down, with fresh leafy greens and a measured portion of good-quality pellets. Carrots are best kept as an occasional treat.3
A sociable animal that is happiest living with at least one other rabbit; the RSPCA usually rehomes rabbits in pairs.3
A Scottish breeder produced the first Smoke Pearls from Sable rabbits in the late 1920s, in both Siamese and Marten patterns. The breed was first called the Smoke Beige and took its present name when the British Fur Rabbit Society adopted its standard in 1932.1
The breed started out under the name Smoke Beige and was renamed Smoke Pearl in 1932.1
It was bred from Sable rabbits, which is why it shares the same Siamese and Marten patterns.1
In Finnish it is known as Sinisoopeli, and in Scandinavia as Zobel blå.2
It has its own specialist club, the National Smoke Pearl Rabbit Club.1
A typical home-care rhythm for a Smoke Pearl. 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 Smoke Pearl needs unlimited hay every day, plus a daily portion of fresh leafy greens and a measured amount of good-quality pellets. Furry Diary's starting plan is to refill hay daily and follow the food label and your vet for exact pellet amounts.34 Pet Wiki plan
Plenty of hay is the main food, with fresh leafy greens and a small portion of pellets. Carrots are only occasional treats. Never give avocado, chocolate, onions, garlic, muesli mixes, or any processed human food.345
No, you should never bathe a rabbit. They keep themselves clean, and bathing can cause stress and health problems. Just check the fur around the tail daily, especially in summer, and spot-clean if needed. Pet Wiki plan
The short coat needs only occasional brushing, but Furry Diary's plan suggests brushing weekly, and daily while moulting. This helps keep the coat in good order and is a nice bonding time.23 Pet Wiki plan
Check teeth weekly as they never stop growing, and trim nails about every six weeks. A diet of unlimited hay helps wear teeth down naturally. Ask your vet or a good breeder for nail-trimming guidance.3 Pet Wiki plan
Your rabbit needs a secure area of at least 3m x 2m x 1m to hop and play, plus at least 4 hours of free-roam time daily. Include tunnels, toys, and puzzle feeders for enrichment.3 Pet Wiki plan
Smoke Pearls are sociable and happiest living with at least one other rabbit. The RSPCA usually rehomes rabbits in pairs, so consider getting a neutered companion.3
Lifespan varies by individual care and genetics. Ask your vet or a good breeder for typical expectations for this breed.
Rabbits can be good family pets with gentle handling and supervision. They are delicate, so children should be taught calm, respectful interaction. Always supervise young children.3
Always support the rabbit's full body, with one hand under the chest and the other under the hindquarters. Never lift by the ears or scruff. Ask your vet or a good breeder for a demonstration.3
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.
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