2006-08-30 04:55:42 · 6 answers · asked by michael h 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
We do not advise flea baths or baths of any sort for rabbits. Bathing a bunny can often cause her to become quite upset, sometimes causing her to go into shock; plus it is the nature of bunny fur to take a long time to get wet, and an even longer time to get dry. Spot bathing extremely dirty areas (feet, scut, etc.) is the way to go. If you use a hair dryer, us it on low to medium heat so you don't overheat the bunny, and keep it at least 12 inches from her body. Don't use it on her head, ears or privates. Sometimes bathing is necessary. In these cases, do it in a small sink in warm water. DO NOT EVER immerse entire bunny (water level should never be higher than belly level); instead, let bunny stand on hind feet while you support her upper body from the front. Slowly let her put all four paws into water. Use a cup to soak and rinse body. Rinse thoroughly.
Brushing your bunny's coat can be a very pleasant experience for the both of you, plus it reduces the amount of loose hair which will help prevent hairball impactions (see Zooh Pamphlet). Do not brush too aggressively. Bunny skin is delicate and can tear, and unless your bunny likes it (some of ours do) do not brush fur in the wrong direction.
this is the best way of bathing rabbits when they have a messy bottom
Dry Bath Procedure
1. Purchase a container of Baby Cornstarch Powder (DO NOT use Baby Powder or any sort of powder that contains talc, as talc is a respiratory irritant and may even be carcinogenic!) from the grocery store baby section. You can use either unscented or scented cornstarch powder. DO NOT use commercial flea powders or other pesticides on your bunny. Use only baby-safe cornstarch powder for best, safest results.
2. Place bunny is a comfortable position so that the soiled parts are easily accessible. This may involve placing him in your lap on a bunched towel so that he feels secure, or simply laying him on the floor in a comfortable position, if he's calm and won't try to run off.
3. Liberally apply the cornstarch to the soiled areas, and gently work the powder down into the fur, around messy poops, and down to the skin.
4. Work the powder around any stubborn clumps of debris gently. As the cornstarch coats the mess, it will slide away easily.
5. Once the largest bits of mess have been removed, use a soft-tipped brush to gently loosen any remaining dirt and debris.
6. Pat the powdered areas well to remove loose powder.
Bunny should be clean and fragrant in just a few minutes! Rabbits generally enjoy a dry bath, and will sit quietly as the soothing powder takes away the sting of urine burn.
2006-08-30 07:46:53 · answer #1 · answered by baci_kissess 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
quite slightly by no skill. The rabbits do not earnings from the water and some are even scared. I actual have had some rabbits even terrified of having their toes moist. in basic terms groom your rabbit with a grooming brush each once and a lengthy time period and the rabbit ought to preserve something else.
2016-11-23 14:30:49 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, if you are asking if you should give rabbits baths, the answer is no, it can be really stressful for them and they do their own grooming similar to cats. The only exception I can think of would be if the rabbit is covered in something that would be unhealthy for it to ingest.... Otherwise just stick to brushing.
2006-08-30 05:01:24 · answer #3 · answered by Caroline 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't have to give your bunny a bath, but you can. Like once every three months maybe...unless your bunny soiled himself/herself.
2006-08-30 04:59:48 · answer #4 · answered by justmemimi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
are you nut? How old are you? 5?
2006-08-30 05:20:39 · answer #5 · answered by voinea c 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes. i am pretty sure you do.
2006-08-30 04:59:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋