Our Family Story
Lilliam Hop Haven was created as a family venture — a hands-on business for our children, Lilly and Liam, to learn the real-world lessons of entrepreneurship, responsibility, and compassionate animal husbandry. What started as a project to teach our kids has grown into a genuine passion for raising the best rabbits in South Africa.
We believe that children who learn to care for animals grow into more empathetic, responsible adults. Every day spent feeding, handling, and looking after our rabbits teaches patience, consistency, and kindness — values that last a lifetime.
Our Breeding Philosophy
We have a deep passion for breeding the finest rabbit bloodlines, focusing on size, health, and temperament. Our approach is rooted in careful selection, responsible pairing, and a strict no-inbreeding policy.
Our foundation rabbits have been carefully sourced from a handful of well-known, reputable breeders across South Africa — each with a proven track record of producing exceptional animals. This commitment to quality means our rabbits are not only beautiful and healthy, but also have the gentle, friendly personalities that make them ideal pets and breeding stock.
Careful Selection
Every breeding pair is chosen for genetic diversity, health history, and temperament — never just appearance.
No Inbreeding
We maintain strict lineage records to ensure every pairing promotes genetic health and vitality.
RFSA Registered
Proud members of the Rabbit Farmers Association of South Africa, upholding industry standards.
Nutrition & Care
Our rabbits enjoy a balanced diet of high-quality timothy hay and specially formulated pellets tailored to their nutritional needs. We do not buy generic pellets from local pet shops — their food is purpose-built for optimal growth, health, and well-being.
Beyond diet, our rabbits enjoy time running freely in the yard during every day. They are petted during every feed to ensure they grow up comfortable with human contact — making the transition to their new home smooth and stress-free for both rabbit and owner.
- Daily Feed: High-quality hay + specialised formulated pellets
- Fresh Water: Always available, changed daily
- Exercise: Daily free-range time in the yard
- Handling: Petted at every feed — socialised from birth
- Health Checks: Regular monitoring for weight, coat, and general wellbeing
- Housing: Clean, dry, well-ventilated enclosures
Pet-Friendly Values
We believe rabbits are wonderful companions. Ours are not simply livestock — they are individuals with personalities. By allowing them to run freely and handling them consistently, our rabbits arrive at their new homes already comfortable, curious, and social.
Whether you're looking for a family pet, a show rabbit, or breeding stock to start your own programme, you can be confident that every animal from Lilliam Hop Haven has been raised with the same love and attention we'd want for any pet.