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Do a rabbit's nails HAVE to be clipped?

maherwoman

Warren Scout
The reason I ask is because my Maisie's in a Don't Hold Me phase. (When we brought her home, she asked to be held nightly. Now, not so much.) I don't want to stress her by clipping her nails if I don't have to. She has a few dragongrass mats that she digs at quite often, so I'm wondering if that'll keep them a decent length so I don't have to clip them.

Anyone know? Is clipping them absolutely necessary??

Thanks!
 
I've never had to cut my outside bunnies' nails, as they run around on concrete and do a fair bit of digging! It's always best to check them though. You can do that without picking her up.
 
HS said:
I've never had to cut my outside bunnies' nails, as they run around on concrete and do a fair bit of digging! It's always best to check them though. You can do that without picking her up.

How will I know if they're too long?

Thanks!
 
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