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Does my rabbit have a fur problem?

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Question
Lionhead
Lionhead  
Hello, I got an albino lionhead the day before yesterday. His fur looks normal but he doesn't seem to me like a lionhead; instead of a mane he has some wisps of longer hair between his ears, with a very light baldness in that area. I guess he is about 4 months older but do not know for sure. Is it possible for his mane to develop later, or he might just not have the mane gene? Could it be a health problem? He is very active, playful and friendly, though. Thank you!

Answer
Dear Bita,

What a cutie!  :)

The lionhead "mane" genes are probably several, and many breeders have been crossing pure lionheads with other breeds to improve their grumpy personalities.  So you might have a cross.

Only time will tell whether his mane will fill out.  But he's very cute the way he is.  

I wish you all many happy years together!

Dana