Yoshi 

Flemish Giant Rabbit 

Daisy and Yoshi 

Flemish Giants are one of the oldest and largest breeds of rabbits in existence. Experts believe that this giant rabbit breed might be descended from related breeds such as the Stone Rabbit and the European Patagonian; both of which are now extinct. One of the oldest recognized breeds in the world, the Flemish Giant may have origins dating back to the 16th century. The breed was further developed in Belgium around 1860. The Flemish Giant rabbit (also known as the Gentle Giant) is one of the largest breeds of domestic pet rabbits. Adults typically weigh between 15–20 pounds and can reach around 2.5–4 feet in length when they fully stretch out. The typical Flemish Giant rabbit lifespan is between 8–10 years. Females may have a large dewlap (fold of skin) under their chin and their average litter size is 5–12 offspring. They were exported from England into the United States in 1893; later becoming a charter breed of the (then newly formed) American Rabbit Breeders Association in 1924. They are now primarily kept as pets and showmanship animals, as well as for 4H projects in the United States. These gentle-giants are well-known for their easy-going, calm, docile nature. Because of this they make great pets for children and adults alike.