MummyBunnyEm
Mama Doe
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Chloe is at the vets today for a demat. She gets this thick, cotton wool like fur which is extremely difficult to manage, especially as she doesn’t tolerate grooming (she’s a fighter). Unfortunately this procedure means her going under anesthetic but it also means she will feel much better and be able to clean herself more thoroughly. I am convinced she is actually part sheep. We bought Chloe (British Giant) off a farmer in 2012, she was 10 weeks old and had a dodgy eye which needed surgery. Soon after she developed ear mites and since then she has had several vet visits due to sore hocks, her dodgy fur and not to mention her serious aggression at times! She really is a one, but I am so so fond of her and so glad I picked her over her (much more normal looking) brothers.
Pre demat
Post demat
Does anyone have any tips on grooming?
She is fine being groomed with a soft brush but this just isn't good enough to get through her thick fur. When she is lying down and relaxed I am able to cut it shorter but obviously that doesn't get rid of the mats. She doesn't like the wire brushes even though I try and be ever so gentle while using them! I often end up getting bit and it's as stressful for me as it is for her.
I am aware putting her under anesthetic is risky and I really don't want to have to do it again.
Any advice would be great thanks.
PS. I've just heard from the vet that Chloe is currently in recovery :thumb:
Chloe is at the vets today for a demat. She gets this thick, cotton wool like fur which is extremely difficult to manage, especially as she doesn’t tolerate grooming (she’s a fighter). Unfortunately this procedure means her going under anesthetic but it also means she will feel much better and be able to clean herself more thoroughly. I am convinced she is actually part sheep. We bought Chloe (British Giant) off a farmer in 2012, she was 10 weeks old and had a dodgy eye which needed surgery. Soon after she developed ear mites and since then she has had several vet visits due to sore hocks, her dodgy fur and not to mention her serious aggression at times! She really is a one, but I am so so fond of her and so glad I picked her over her (much more normal looking) brothers.
Pre demat
Post demat
Does anyone have any tips on grooming?
She is fine being groomed with a soft brush but this just isn't good enough to get through her thick fur. When she is lying down and relaxed I am able to cut it shorter but obviously that doesn't get rid of the mats. She doesn't like the wire brushes even though I try and be ever so gentle while using them! I often end up getting bit and it's as stressful for me as it is for her.
I am aware putting her under anesthetic is risky and I really don't want to have to do it again.
Any advice would be great thanks.
PS. I've just heard from the vet that Chloe is currently in recovery :thumb: