one good thing is that they have clear nails and i can the the blood vein easily
2006-11-06 14:22:56 · 8 answers · asked by talk4now2006 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Rabbits nails are very similar to that of a cat. Although rabbits can be jumpy, If you have done a cats nails before, you should be fine. Before actually try to do it yourself, try holding the rabbit on its side in your lap, if it is jumpy wrap him in a towel with one foot out at a time. If he appears to be calm you should be fine. If the nail is not overly long, just snip off the tip of the nail. I have always just used regular nail clippers, but you can buy nail clippers for rabbits. Most rabbit have clear or whitish nails and you can see the quick. Make sure you don't cut into the quick. Make sure you have quick stop on hand, it will stop the bleeding if a nail is cut too short.
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2006-11-07 05:20:07 · answer #1 · answered by ...... 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take him to the vet the first time and have him show you how to do it. It is nice that you can see his quick(vein), but there is a certain angle it should be done at. Cutting the top of the nail shorter usually works best because they wear the bottom down faster on their own. I would also buy a quality clipper (vets usually sell them at their clinics). You want to get one that is appropriate size and of quality to ensure you actually cut the nail, rather than break it off.
2006-11-06 15:54:48 · answer #2 · answered by reblcwgrl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get special clippers to trim the nails with. The rabbit needs to be comfortable with you holding it, because a struggling rabbit can hurt itself. Some rabbits will chew their own nails if they get too long, but then you might end up with a few drops of blood on the floor.
2006-11-06 14:26:30 · answer #3 · answered by Blue Jean 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a Giant American Chinchilla - larger than a small dog - the first time was tough, but it got easier. It's a two person job. First my husband sits with her in his lap, her back resting against his chest. One hand across her chest and one hand holding her belly. Be sure to support well because you don't want them wiggling too much. This exposes all four feet and I use a dog nail clipper thingie.
If you are the least bit unsure about it, take her to a groomer and ask to watch.
2006-11-06 15:13:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
For our cat who also has clear nails I use a regular fingernail clippers and just get the tip (I want to leave enough for her to still mouse). If I recall a rabbits nails are about the same size as a cat's.
2006-11-06 14:26:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to your local pet center and get a set of animal nail clippers and be very careful as they are sharp, or to be safe just go to the vet.
2006-11-06 14:44:05 · answer #6 · answered by heartbroken 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I took my bunny to the vet to have his nails done, it only cost 8.00 it was worth every penny, it only took them about a minute,which was less stress on him.
2006-11-06 14:25:06 · answer #7 · answered by Urchin 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
They have special clippers but I just use our normal nail clippers. It works just effectively for me.
2006-11-06 14:47:31 · answer #8 · answered by blooperzine 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋