How do I safely trim my rabbit's long nails at home without bleeding?

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i havent cut my rabbit's nail in like 8 months and today I checked it, it was really wobbly. My mum wont let me take her to a vet, what should i do? (and when i cut her nails it she jumps then it bleeds). Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Female | spayed | 1.5 lbs

Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

Clipping nails can be really tricky! It is best to get a professional to help you if you are unsure, but if this is really not an option I will give you some tips. First and foremost wrap Fluffy up well in a towel, this will stop the jumping. You can pull out each leg as you need it. Have someone hold the towel and extend the leg for you. You need a good sharp and strong pair of nail clippers for a rabbit, I use dog ones. Have a look at the nail for the red quick and aim to cut about a quarter of a centimeter in front of it so you definitely don't get blood. With black nails cut very tentatively on the first nail and use as a guide of how much to remove on the rest. When you decide to cut a nail commit to it and cut clean and quick so as not to damage the nail bed. It is a good idea to have some permanganate on hand just in case they do bleed. Best of luck

How do I safely trim my rabbit's long nails at home without bleeding?

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