Wool block can resort in the death of the rabbit. It is important to regularly groom and clip your bunnies wool to prevent wool block. Signs of wool block are: a change in the rabbits droppings (irregular shape, smaller, dull looking, droppings that are strung together like necklaces ) healthy bunny droppings are large, round, and glossy. A loss of appetite. A very hunched up stance, a normally happy vigorous bunny looking depressed and less active. If you have an angora and suspect wool block it is important to see your veterinary immediately!
There are also some great tips on the net for preventing and curing wool block just type "woolblock" in to your search engine. If you want to have an English Angora bunny strictly as a pet I recommend keeping them in a "puppy" clip. Not only does it keep your English Angora bunny cooler but also seriously cuts down grooming time and the chance of ever developing wool block.
English Angora rabbits are active, playful and social, with lots of personality. They enjoy the attention of their owners, as well as the companionship of other rabbits, and often house Angoras will nap with a docile mannered cat. They enjoy having toys, for example a plastic ball, a pine cone, a piece of soft wood, a stuffed sock, or an old glove.
These tips will keep them hale and hearty:
1) Groom early and often.
2) A variety of fresh food helps much.
3) Clean cages weekly.
How long can an English Angora live?
Rabbits in general can live on average 6 to 8 years
The smallest of the four breeds, the English Angora, has a short, compact body, long and silky wool, with face furnishings and ear tassels. The mature weight up 5 kg The English Angora tends to have a fine coat, so he needs frequent grooming. Because of the frequent handling and grooming of this breed, most English Angora rabbits tend to be very gentle and tame. There are many colors accepted, including but not limited to white, pointed white, black, blue, chocolate, lilac, chestnut agouti, fawn and tortoise shell.