Yes, Himalayan rabbits make excellent pets due to their calm, friendly, intelligent, and affectionate nature. They tend to get along well with children and are suitable for both new and experienced owners. These rabbits enjoy human interaction, can be trained to respond to their name, and generally have a gentle temperament, rarely scratching or biting.
Many Himalayan rabbits have round-shaped pink or red eyes, but not all have red eyes. Some may also have blue eyes, and purebred Himalayans always have pink irises, which can sometimes be mistaken for bright red eyes.
Himalayan rabbits have temperature-sensitive fur coloration caused by a unique gene. The cooler parts of their body, such as the ears, paws, nose, and tail, develop darker markings, which may change with age and environmental temperature, sometimes becoming darker or more extensive in colder conditions.
Himalayan rabbits are small-sized rabbits, typically weighing between 2.5 to 5 pounds (1.1 to 2.3 kg). They have a slender, cylindrical body shape, making them easy to handle and suitable as indoor pets.