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Can a DNA test tell me my new rabbit's age, breed, or gender?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | 6 lbs

Hi, I have a rabbit that I purchased from pet supermarket but when I purchased it I didn’t receive any information (its age, breed, or gender). Is there a dna test for a rabbit that will tell me any of that information?

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Most Helpful Answer

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 25th, 2018

I am afraid there is no test. However if you only bought the rabbit recently, you can go back to the shop and they can tell you what age their rabbits were at a certain time of sale. As for the gender : male rabbits have two elongated testicles, one each either side of the penis, Females just have a little slit. As for its breed , you can upload a good photo from the side and we can try to figure out what breed your rabbit is.
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  • Answered By Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on July 31st, 2017

    This rabbit looks like an english spot/ a mini lop or a dutch rabbit. They are often a combination. If the rabbit has testicles beside its bottom it is quite obvious. However if you cant see testicles i would get a vet to confirm its sex.

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