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Grooming?

Calathea

Calathea

Young Bun
Will I need to brush my mini lops? They're short haired but still, would it be worth getting a brush? If so, what brushes are good?
 
Hi, I brush our Rexes on occasion although they don't actually need to be. The only time they do need it is when I stroke them if I feel something in their fur. I bought a fine metal brush, the bristles are only about 2-3mm long and are quite soft and don't penetrate to the skin as Rexes' fur is quite thick. You have to be careful with rabbits' skin as it's very delicate and the wrong brush can quite literally tear the skin so hopefully someone else will be able to guide you.
 
Generally speaking you don't need to groom your rabbits unless they are having a moult. They don't really like you brushing them so damp hands is a good way to remove any loose fur.
 
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