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Because of their small ears, Netherland Dwarfs may not be able to regulate heat as well as larger-earred rabbits. Therefore, they must be kept cool. Due to their very rounded heads, they may also be prone to getting mallocclused, or misaligned, teeth. If this happens, the teeth must be trimmed regularly.

Netherland Dwarf rabbits do well in an outdoor medium-sized hutch with a well-covered top for protection from the elements. The hutch should contain sturdy-wired flooring (with small wire spaces), a nesting box for it to hop onto and snuggle up inside of, a salt block, a rabbit water bottle nozzle, a food bowl, a litter box, and possibly a hay rack. In cold weather, give your rabbit a hot water bottle, and in hot weather give him an ice bottle. Make sure it always has plenty of cool, fresh water and rabbit alfalfa pellets in its food bowl. A rabbit run is also suggested so that it can get some sun on warm days. Other advantages of rabbit runs are that the rabbit can get more exercise and have a chance to eat some grass & weeds. To protect your furry friend from harsh winds, staple some cardboard or garbage bags to the outside of your rabbit's hutch. Also, give it some leftover vegetables or carrot shavings as a special treat. Handle and pet your Netherland Dwarf a lot, so that it will be easy for the veterinarian to work with in case it gets sick. Also remember to always make sure your Netherland Dwarf is safely locked away in its hutch each night, so predators can't get at him.

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