Rabbits definitely need to cut their nails, especially decorative ones that live in an apartment. The procedure should be carried out every three weeks or as it grows back. Claws can harm not only a person, leaving deep wounds on the skin, but also the animal itself if it gets caught on a soft floor covering. If you are afraid to cut claws or the rabbit is not tame, it is better to entrust this matter to professionals, otherwise everything may end in disastrous for both parties.
Instructions
Step 1
Look at the light of the rabbit's claws, even through the dark blood vessels are visible, which it is undesirable to touch when cutting. You need to trim about 1-2 mm at an angle of 45 degrees. If the regrown part is too long, you can trim 2-4 mm, but revert the removal to the living part (pulp) of the claw.
Step 2
Take sharp scissors, preferably special for cutting nails. Secure the animal so that it cannot twitch and quickly trim the claws. If the rabbit is especially active, ask someone who knows the animal for help. Try to carry out the procedure calmly. Hold the rabbit softly and gently, if you scare the poor animal, next time he will not agree to cut his claws under any circumstances.
Step 3
Examine the claws - there should be no sharp parts on them. If there are any, you can fix it with scissors or a coarse file. If you accidentally damage the pulp and there is blood, treat with hydrogen peroxide and iodine. Do not let your rabbit go outside for several days after the incident, as dirt can get in and suppuration can begin.
