Bathing rabbits

Rabbits are self-cleaning animals, much like cats.

Dangers of Bathing
When a rabbit's fur becomes wet, it is susceptible to becoming sick.

Acceptable Reasons to Bathe a Rabbit
Some rabbits, typically older or obese rabbits, may not keep their bottom well groomed, and the fur may be come matted with fecal matter. In cases like this, it is acceptable to bathe a rabbit; however, bathing should done with extreme care.

How to Properly Bathe a Rabbit
If a rabbit does need a bath, it is important to properly bathe a rabbit. If the problem is feces becoming matted in fur, then only the affected area should be spot cleaned.

Although some shampoos are marketed for rabbits, it is generally inadvisable to use these as it is difficult to rinse the shampoo completely from a rabbit's fur. If the shampoo is not completely rinsed it, it may make your pet sick when it grooms itself.