Grooming is crucial for rabbits to be healthy.
Also, regular grooming makes them more beautiful.
If you want to do it yourself, here are some basics for you!
What to do when my rabbit is shedding?
After every three months, rabbits lose hair. This is called shedding.
You do not need to panic because it is natural.
They can even clean themselves like cats.
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But you should know that sometimes you need to intervene.
They cannot always do a good job.
When this happens, you need to brush your bunny.
You can put it on a counter table or your lap. Use a towel for this.
Relax your bunny by petting it first. You can also cover its eyes when you start brushing it.
Furthermore, it would be best if you had the proper tools.
Rabbits are susceptible, so you need something designed for them.
Ask your vet about this to be sure what to do. It would be best if you were very gentle.
Stop if the rabbit starts feeling pain. Do this every week.
Another thing your vet can tell you is what to do with fleas. Many rabbits have this problem.
There are treatments like Advantage, Program, or Revolution. Learn more about it to know what to do.
How do I trim my rabbit’s nails?
This step is a must. Long nails get torn or even caught in fabrics.
You can use a sharp nail trimmer or scissors designed for this.
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If your bunny likes digging, you need to do the trimming often.
With light-colored nails, you can see the red part.
Trim before you come to it.
If the nails are dark, ask a vet what to do.
How do rabbits take baths?
Rabbits hate bathing. It is a good thing they rarely need it.
Only very dirty rabbits need this.
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Also, if your rabbit has soiled itself, you can bathe it.
Even when you do it, use little water.
How important are my rabbit’s teeth hygiene?
Just like your teeth hygiene is important; this is also the case with your rabbit.
If you often give it hay, your bunny will have good dental health.
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Still, you need to check its teeth every week.
When you do it, focus on the abnormalities.
Can you feel cracks or missing pieces?
If you can, consult a vet.
Should I inspect my rabbit’s ears and bottom often?
Yes. Do it because of potential ear ailments. Also, sometimes there are ear mites.
They leave a brown, crusty residue.
It is inside the ears; if you spot this, it’s time for a vet!
Lastly, it would be best if you inspected the bottom too. It has to be dry.
And if the fur gets matted or crusted with discharge, you need to take care of this.
Another thing to worry about is impacted feces.
The bottom needs periodic cleaning, and you need to be careful when you do it.
Now you can say you know what to do.
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Whenever your rabbit needs grooming, you know the whole process.
Take advantage of this article and always keep your bunny healthy and gorgeous!
