A Wet Wabbit

Rabbits are naturally clean animals. We do not advise bath of any sorts for rabbits because the fur of a rabbit takes a long time to dry. But if you must due to reasons such as your rabbit has experienced diarrhea or has matted fur (or fell into a drain by accident), the following is the steps to bathing a rabbit:

Step 1. Fill up some warm water at a sink or a pail. The water should NOT be higher than the rabbit's belly level. Slowly place the rabbit in it. Let it stand on its hind feet while you support the body.

Note: DO NOT immerse the rabbit in the water. They are not natural swimmers and may drown.

Then slowly pour warm water over the rabbit, avoid the head and don't allow water to flow into the ears, eyes or mouth of the rabbit.

Step 2. Dilute the shampoo (use only shampoo for rabbits or small animals) with water.

Note: DO NOT use human shampoo. Not even baby shampoo.

Step 3. Slowly rub/ massage the shampoo into the rabbits fur.

Step 4. Wash away the shampoo. Rinse thoroughly until the water is clear.

Step 5. Use a hair dryer or a fan to dry the rabbit.

If you use a hair dryer, make sure it is not too hot so you won't overheat the rabbit. Keep a safe distance from the rabbit for the noise of the hair dryer may terrify the rabbit and don't blow directly on its head, ears or private parts.

Note: Do NOT leave the rabbit under the sun to dry.

A wet wabbit looks like this...

By the way, It is advisable to brush the rabbit at least once a week and as frequent as possible for long furred rabbits. It reduces the amount of loose fur and to a certain extent, help prevent hairball impactions.

Note: Be gentle when brushing for the skin of a rabbit is delicate.

Brushing a rabbit

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