{"id":1822,"date":"2021-02-08T17:27:56","date_gmt":"2021-02-08T17:27:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rabbitinformer.com\/?p=1822"},"modified":"2021-09-08T16:39:48","modified_gmt":"2021-09-08T16:39:48","slug":"how-to-care-for-a-rabbits-nails-the-full-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rabbitinformer.com\/how-to-care-for-a-rabbits-nails-the-full-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Care For a Rabbit’s Nails: The Full Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Are you trying to figure out how to care for your rabbit’s nails? If so, then you have come to the right place! The steps below will teach you the correct way to care for your rabbit’s nails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To care for a rabbit’s nails, handle your rabbit securely, purchase nail clippers that allow for precise and controlled clips, and have styptic powder on hand for any accidents that may occur.<\/strong> Avoid cutting the quick of the nail and go as fast and confidently as you can.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

By following the steps below, caring for your rabbit’s nails will be quick and simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Do I Need to Trim My Rabbit’s Nails?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Just like humans, a rabbit’s nails are growing constantly.<\/strong> In the wild, rabbits’ nails will naturally wear because of all the digging and running around they do to survive. Pet rabbits though, don’t get the chance to exercise as much as their wild cousins. While they can still be healthy and happy in this lifestyle, their nails will need to be trimmed often to keep them short. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If rabbit nails get too long, they will change the way they stand on their feet and put lots of pressure on the back part of the foot. If left alone, this will eventually cause joint pain and walking problems. Long nails also mean running the risk of getting snagged on something and being broken or completely yanked out. Either of these options, especially the latter, is extremely painful to your rabbit. Other risks include causing the toe and foot bones to break and be dislocated which will be painful and hard for your rabbit to recover from. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taking the time to cut your bunny’s nails is the best way to do prevent these dangers. Most vets are able to do this for a small fee, and will professionally cut your rabbit’s nails in a fast and pain-free way. If you want to avoid the fees though, trimming your rabbit’s nails is also extremely easy to do from home with some patience and knowledge.<\/strong> Your rabbit’s nails should be trimmed every 1-2 months, <\/strong>so being able to trim from home will save you frequent trips and money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are worried about your rabbit harming their play-mate with his nails, trimming is the best solution. You’ll also need to follow up by reading Five Reasons Pet Rabbits Fight and How to Stop Them<\/a> to be sure you take steps so that they are able to calm down and relax around each other.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Cutting Methods: What You Will Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a few things you need to have on hand before you can trim your rabbit’s nails at home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n