Brushing your rabbit’s fur can be a difficult task, but a necessary one if your rabbit’s hair is long, tangled, or your rabbit is shedding. Typically, rabbits like to groom their own coat by licking it, but this can cause hairballs and can also leave a variety of loose hairs around your home or rabbit hutch. When brushing your rabbit’s coat, here are some easy tips to follow to make the experience more enjoyable for your rabbit.
- Get your grooming tools ready. If you use a brush, like the Super Pet Pro Slicker Brush, make sure to clean it out and have it ready to go. Another grooming tool that is beneficial for your rabbit’s coat is the Adjustable 2 In 1 Pet Comb. This comb is great for getting tangles out of long rabbit hair and may also be used to clean out your rabbit’s slicker brush.
- Make your rabbit comfortable by talking to your rabbit in a soothing voice and choose a place that is comfortable for both you and your rabbit. Your living room floor or a place with a comfortable rug.
- Hold your rabbit firmly in your lap, but not too tight. Keeping your rabbit occupied is a great idea to help your rabbit pass the time. Use your rabbit’s favorite chew or treat to help keep your rabbit busy while you brush your rabbit.
- When your rabbit seems content to sit in your lap, start brushing your rabbit with gentle strokes. If your rabbit tends to get nervous easily, keep the brush moving and keep away from areas that might make your rabbit more nervous. The face, ear and tail area tend to be areas that rabbit’s do not like to be brushed and should be avoided if possible. If you have to brush these areas, brush them quickly brush and make sure to be gentle at all times.
- Praise your rabbit and play with your rabbit after a good brushing session to help encourage good rabbit behavior.
