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This also gives them the perfect friend to snuggle up with and keep warm. In fact, a new research study (published in May 2020) has shown that housing rabbits together reduces stress-related behaviour and helps keep them warm in winter. The life expectancy depends on both breed and size but is on average about 8 years. The larger breeds have a shorter lifespan, while small rabbit breeds can live to 10-12 years old.\u003Cstrong>\u003Cbr>\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch2 id=\"rabbits-can-be-kept-both-indoors-and-outdoors\">\u003Cstrong>Rabbits can be kept both indoors and outdoors\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\u003Cp>Some owners choose to have their rabbits outside in the summer and inside in the winter. Advantages of having rabbits outdoors are that they get fresh air, sunlight, and the opportunity to graze grass. 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