Age you can cut toenails

[Dandelion]

Hi! At what age can you cut bunnies toenails? My bun was born April 10, 2018

 

[Popsicles]

I don’t know if there’s an actual rule for this, but I would just, cut them if and when they need cutting.

 

[JimJam]

I wouldn’t cut them too young, as you could accidentally nip the rabbits toes - their nails are so small. A young rabbit shouldn’t generally need nails clipped at a young age anyway because they won’t be too long that they need to be trimmed...

 

[lavendertealatte]

How often do you all do this? I have yet to clip Bunster's but I'm getting scratched when he kicks so I think they're too long lol

 

[Popsicles]

It’s completely dependent on the bunny and on the flooring they are on. I have had bunnies who never needed a nail trim, and my current bunny gets a trim every 6-8 weeks. You just have to judge if their nails look too long and go from there, there isn’t really a “one protocol fits all” answer

 

[Dandelion]

Her nails are already long and scratches me. Maybe I could file them a little instead of cutting them.

 

[lavendertealatte]

What kind of bun is she? She's adorable!

 

[Dandelion]

Awww!!!! Thank you @lavendertealatte
She is an angora lop. You can follow her on instagram.. www.instagram.com/dandi_thefluffybunny

@dandi_thefluffybunny

She is so loved already!!! Purring, and doing binkis, flipping on her side.

I just love reading all the post here. It makes us have so much support for our buns. Having someone to share concerns, questions and advice, I have learned so much!!!!!