Staining on bunny feet

[lizzym]

So this is isn't exactly related to Behavior or Nutrition but I didn't really know where else to put the question...

I have two bunnies and they both have white fur. I've been taking them outside to run around and the fur on the bottoms of their feet are starting to look really dirty. "/ I hear that bunnies aren't very fond of baths but I'd really like to clean them off.

Anyone know of any good ways to clean their feet? Any help is greatly appreciated! :biggrin:

 

[mdith4him]

I believe you can use unscented baby wipes or just a plain damp cloth to wipe them off.

 

[Imbrium]

doesn't seem to get rid of the staining, though >< I've been trying in vain to keep my lop's feet white ever since I got her

 

[ldoerr]

I use this. It says for dogs and cats but is safe for rabbits. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002ASSM0/?tag=skimlinks_replacement-20. I got my bottle on bunnyrabbit.com, but this was easier to show you.

 

[PipkinbunRibb]

lizzym wrote:

So this is isn't exactly related to Behavior or Nutrition but I didn't really know where else to put the question...

I have two bunnies and they both have white fur. I've been taking them outside to run around and the fur on the bottoms of their feet are starting to look really dirty. "/ I hear that bunnies aren't very fond of baths but I'd really like to clean them off.

Anyone know of any good ways to clean their feet? Any help is greatly appreciated! :biggrin:

My bunny has this too but he's never been outside before. I think it's from the litterbox and when they go to the bathroom, they stand in their pee and I believe thats what makes it yellow. I know they aren't very fond of baths so yes I was struggling with this too but we were thinking of getting a small tray of water in the play pen and seeing if he would hop into it because he doesn't seem to mind water too much. Otherwise if your bunny lets you touch his/her feet then yes i would try the wipes.

 

[woahlookitsme]

Ive heard of mixing vinegar and water and just wiping the feet down. Or cornstarch

 

[leinecarlson]

I have two bunnys, one HATES baths, the other LOVES them.
I would try giving the a bath with dog/cat/or baby shampoo, who knows? they may like it!
Also, I would look in your pet store for dog shampoo specifically for white dogs. (it'll work for rabbits too!) The shampoo is specifically designed to get rid of staining on white fur. I've used it before on my white dogs and it worked wonderfully!
good luck!