Trufflesmum
Young Bun
Hi all, I have two rescue rabbits Truffles and Piccollo. Piccollo is definitely a Lionhead and I think Truffles must be a mix - she has a few sprouts of long hair on top of her head and behind her ears. Herein lies the problem. As they are both rescues, neither of them have been handled much, however we're making good headway with Piccollo. Truffles is another matter (BTW she is probably just over one year old and has been spayed). She is very flighty. Although she happily takes food from us and even beg for treats, but will only accept stroking on her terms, which is rarely and only when she's feeling relaxed. Most of the time she will avoid your hand coming towards her body. I've just noticed her fur is starting to mat behind one of her ears. She's really reluctant to let a brush or my fingers go anywhere near it as she can see what I'm up to. She has a startle response and runs away. Obviously I don't want it to become a big problem. Do I persevere and hope she will at some point accept what I'm doing? The only other options I can think of are to hold her down and one of us comb it out (but will she ever forgive us????? :?) or take her to the vet and get it done. Any suggestions most welcome. Also can anyone recommend any great rabbit grooming equipment? Thank you.