The Pet Atlas

Breed Rabbits Medium

Satin

Medium rabbit with a firm build and a high-sheen satin coat

At a glance

Basic requirements and commitment level

Daily requirements

Activity
Medium
Handling comfort
Medium
Health sensitivity
Medium
Grooming
Low
Temperature sensitivity
Medium

Context & compatibility

Size
Medium
Lifespan
7–10 years
Body weight
8–10 lb
Coat type
Satin
Coat length
Short
Ear type
Upright

Is this right for you?

Common scenarios where this breed tends to fit well or less well

A good match

  • Want a medium rabbit with predictable routines and simple day-to-day upkeep

Not ideal

  • Want coat management to be a major time investment

Social & behavior

Temperament and interaction style

Personality & activity

Often alert and engaged, with a bit more “checking in” energy than the mellowest giants.

Handling & social style

Many do best with interactive engagement and short cooperative touch; comfort rises when sessions are frequent-but-brief.

Care & health

Setup, routines, and health considerations

Care overview

Satin rabbit care is typical for a medium rabbit; the defining trait is a coat sheen that highlights color rather than special care requirements.

Environment & space

Indoor setups work well, but they benefit from daily open space to move—satin coats don’t change the need for exercise.

Daily routine

Daily routines are straightforward, with predictable evening movement and consistent “home-base” resting preferences.

Health sensitivities

No widely consistent breed-specific sensitivities are commonly reported; typical medium-rabbit considerations apply.

Grooming / coat

Short coat with low grooming needs; light brushing helps maintain sheen.

Background

Origins and how that history shapes what you see today

Origin region

United States

Background

Bred to produce a coat sheen that makes colors look brighter and more reflective. The satin shine is the key trait; the rest stays fairly classic to showcase it.