Kirsty2oo9
Alpha Buck
Is it painful for rabbits? I mean matting that is actually stuck to the buns skin? Also how do you remove it? Thanks
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extremely matted fur
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SamanthaJane
Warren Veteran
It isn't good. Can rub their skin and I imagine it gets really hot as they can't moult properly.
It depends on how matted bunny is. Gently teasing the matts out with your fingers and the help of a metal comb, but careful not to pull their skin too much as its sensitive.
If its very bad, maybe visit a vet who will be able to clip the hair. Then keep on top of it when it re grows
It depends on how matted bunny is. Gently teasing the matts out with your fingers and the help of a metal comb, but careful not to pull their skin too much as its sensitive.
If its very bad, maybe visit a vet who will be able to clip the hair. Then keep on top of it when it re grows
R.P.B.G.G
Mama Doe
Matted fur on any animal can/is extremely painful, it tugs and pulls on the skin and sometimes you will find sores underneath.
You can clip out matts but that could be stressful to the bun, if you can be sure bun will sit still or have an extra pain of hands to help you could try small manicure scissors?
If all else fails, maybe best to visit the vets.
You can clip out matts but that could be stressful to the bun, if you can be sure bun will sit still or have an extra pain of hands to help you could try small manicure scissors?
If all else fails, maybe best to visit the vets.
Kirsty2oo9
Alpha Buck
Thanks for the replies, i am going to try using a manicure scissors tonight and cut out what i can then will take him to the vet this week.. If the vet shaves the matted areas wont the bun be cold outside or am i being stupid lol ?
