Grooming: Looking & Feeling Good!
Grooming: Looking Good, Feeling Fine! |
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Rabbits come in all shapes and sizes - and their fur is just as variable too! From the very short lengthed fur to the unbelievable fur ball, all fur need attention - and some rabbits' fur needs some serious taming! |
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Why Grooming is So ImportantThere are a number of areas that regular grooming will help with:
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A bit About Fur..Just like cats, rabbits love to be clean and they can spend many hours grooming. Their fur can be long, short or dense, depending on breed, and some furs are harder work than others. Angora breeds, for example, will require daily brushing, and sometimes clipping too - to help them keep cool in the summer months and to help prevent hygiene issues too. Grooming must be carried out carefully, however, as their skin is quite thin and can be easily damaged. Tools of the TradeBefore you start grooming you'll need to decide which brushes and combs you'll require. Looking just at our own range of grooming accessories, there are a wide range of products available. It may take a little trial and error to find the right brushes and combs for your little ones - do get in touch with us if you'd like any advice on selection. Before you start grooming you'll need to decide which brushes and combs you'll require. Looking just at our own range of grooming accessories, there are a wide range of products available. It may take a little trial and error to find the right brushes and combs that work for your little ones - do get in touch with us if you'd like any advice on selection. A Good PlaceTo ensure the grooming session is a success and as stressless as possible, it’s best to work on a table at a comfortable height - ensuring, of course, your little one can’t escape or jump off. A towel can offer grip and the feeling of security (and be useful if you need to wrap an escapee!). An extra pair of hands is always useful if possible, and working off the floor can also work well. Slow and SteadyThere’s nothing wrong with splitting grooming into several sessions - or simply ‘grooming on the go’ … it’s amazing what can be achieved with a few treat distractions and some fur-teasing strokes! Add in the Essentials!Lovely hay and fresh water go hand in hand with grooming, as all together they go a long way to help prevent digestive issues and fur-related stasis. Any ingested fur will be helped through the gut with good hydration and lots of fibre! |
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