Plush lop - cleanliness

[Welcome 55]

Hi
I have recently adopted a 3 year old Plush lop and noticed that she cannot clean herself after toileting. I am cleaning her and have arranged for some clipping to help.
I wondered if there is a product that I can use on her fur to minimise the poo sticking?
Any help and advice gratefully received.

Hayley

 

[Shimmer]

I would be looking at why she cannot clean herself.
Is she overweight and can't reach?
Is there some arthritis or other physical damage (eg spine) that affects her flexibility? A veterinary examination would be useful.

Diet is the other thing that can help - more hay, even more hay, fewer pellets, no manufactured treats. Keep it very basic so that most of her poo is nice and dry and crumbly, then you have less mess to deal with.

Meanwhile, clipping the fur will make it easier to keep her clean and dry, especially if she is longer furred. Combing out any debris daily, and regular bum baths will stop her skin getting sore.

Giving her plenty of space to move around in will help with general mobility and less likelihood of just sitting in her poo, along with eg twice daily spot cleaning of toilet areas.

 

[Welcome 55]

I would be looking at why she cannot clean herself.
Is she overweight and can't reach?
Is there some arthritis or other physical damage (eg spine) that affects her flexibility? A veterinary examination would be useful.

Diet is the other thing that can help - more hay, even more hay, fewer pellets, no manufactured treats. Keep it very basic so that most of her poo is nice and dry and crumbly, then you have less mess to deal with.

Meanwhile, clipping the fur will make it easier to keep her clean and dry, especially if she is longer furred. Combing out any debris daily, and regular bum baths will stop her skin getting sore.

Giving her plenty of space to move around in will help with general mobility and less likelihood of just sitting in her poo, along with eg twice daily spot cleaning of toilet areas.

Thank You for your reply. She's seen the vet this week for her inoculation and all fine with her health, weight etc.
It is simply that she is furry.
I have arranged for her to have some clipping to help and will just carry on with her cleaning routine.
Thank you again
I appreciate the advice.