How Do You Cut A Rabbits Nails?
It’s the one thing most rabbit owners dread: Cutting their bunny’s nails. Cutting a rabbit’s nails can be a stressful process, for both you and your rabbit, but it’s an essential part of keeping your rabbit groomed. Nails that are too long can make walking difficult and can easily be ripped off, causing unnecessary pain. Make sure you have everything you need, including nail clippers, flour in case of bleeding, a towel and a flashlight. Most rabbit owners find that using nail clippers designed for cats work best on their rabbits. Prepare your rabbit. Every rabbit owner has a preference as to how to secure his rabbit for nail clipping. You may sit on the floor and wrap your bunny in a towel, tight enough so he can’t squirm, but loose enough so he can breathe, and clip the nails that way. Or, you may want to hold your rabbit on his back to clip his nails. Talk softly to your rabbit to help keep her calm. Most rabbits don’t like having their nails cut and can easily become stressed out, e