Much like dogs and cats, "Flemmies" make affectionate, curious, laid-back pets, as long as they're trained and handled properly from a young age. They aren't very active — they like to spend their days eating hay and sleeping — plus they can be trained to use a litter box, so they can be easy to live with.

Flemish giant rabbits can make wonderful house rabbits, and can happily live outside given the correct accommodation and a rabbit companion. The best rabbit hutches are not suitable for a permanent living space, as they are far too small, but can be used as a shelter, as part of a larger enclosure.