The European rabbit has infiltrated our homes and pet shows, too. All domestic breeds of rabbit — 50 or so recognized breeds exist today — are descendants of the wild European rabbit.

This accounts for 0.7% of all American households that have a ... Other factors that contribute to how long rabbits include breed, genetics, gender, as well as diet, Oxbow Animal Health reports.

My favorite trick to teach a rabbit is a high five, they can also learn to come when called, and they are often very good at agility exercises." But the world is full of domestic bunny breeds ...