All You Need to Know: Ways to Safely Bathe/Clean Your Rabbit (Basic Guide & Tips)

Bathing rabbits is not safe, so how do you clean a rabbit that has badly soiled its rear? What are the risks in giving rabbits a bath? Are dry baths, spot cleaning and bottom rinses good alternatives? This video aims to answer all your questions and provide a step-by-step guide on how to safely give your bunny a wet bottom rinse.
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[@sanakhanam9394]

Thanks this was helpful. To the people who are saying bunnies don’t need bath. Chill. This is just bottom cleaning. Like she showed. NEVER put water in bunnies ears,eyes or body like you bath dogs or cats. Sometimes they need this type of bottom cleaning. Though itself is recommended only if your bunny gets extremely dirty and is not able to clean itself properly. One of my bunnies cannot groom itself properly leading to sticky clustered fur on his bum. And its getting dirtier as he is not able to clean itself. So yeah sometimes you can clean them this way or they can get infected. Though if they seem highly stressed STOP. Reassure and do asap.

[@jujuonthatbeat119]

This is our first time owning a rabbit and we weren't taking care of him properley so his bottom became matted. Thank you so much for making this, really helpful!!!

[@charmainedoeseverything]

I just got two bunnies. I know they say they clean themselves and don’t need to be given a bath, but when I took them from their previous owner, they roamed around freely in the dusty yard. They going to stay in the house with us now and they are in need of a good bath. I’m glad I saw this video. Very helpful.

[@popcornash9903]

Glad you found this video helpful. And Congrats on being a new bunny parent!!! Feel free to ask if you have any questions! Caring for bunnies can be challenging but it’s all worth it!💗 Take care😊

[@loganmorgan4985]

Are they still alive after this bath?

[@popcornash9903]

@@loganmorgan4985 Of course! All well and thriving. Thanks for asking😊

[@popcornash9903]

@danielle1216 Only wet bottom rinses please, not baths. And only when absolutely necessary, as suggested by a Vet.😊

[@innereclipse484]

@popcornash9903, this video is harmful and full of misinformation, putting bunnies at risk.

[@melodymoon1733]

People give advice even when they have never had bunnies their whole life. Sometimes bunnys bottom fur get dirty and cleaning is needed .

[@axolotlchaoswow]

lmao the amount of people just commenting based on the thumbnail and not the video is unbelievable

[@popcornash9903]

Yes. Noticed that too!🤣

[@lingy74]

I do a wet bottom rinse sometimes and blow dry my bunny after. She loves it so much coz she just sits there quietly and doesn’t try to escape lol. It’s like a spa day for her.

[@popcornash9903]

Aww…my bunny is the same. He loves it too!☺️ But I guess our bunnies are the exception. Not all bunnies will like it. Your bunny obviously trusts you. That’s awesome!💗

[@sashatarot2166]

He looks so relaxed 😂

[@Loothfo]

Thank you^^

[@flappybird9327]

thank you!

[@shanacamalet5934]

Tyyyyy

[@manahil_kamran]

Really informative video

[@popcornash9903]

Thank you!☺️

[@XiaWang-eb6gm]

We did this before!- Thanks!- he is cleaner. Also people need to watch the video before commenting :skull:

[@popcornash9903]

That’s great! Thank you! 😊

[@AngelaPArt]

I think I need to do this to my bunny. He has some matted fur, which is making him look like he is bald in some places. My parents say to use baby wipes, but I don’t want to irritate him. Thanks for the video 😊

[@popcornash9903]

Most welcome!😊 Hope you managed to clean him up well. You can try taking the matted fur, separating the strands sideways without pulling the skin. If this doesn’t work, a bum wash with shampoo might loosen up the fur or you can carefully snip/shave off the matted section. Matted fur makes it difficult for bunnies to self-clean and can be uncomfortable for them, so it’s good to manage it early before it gets worse. Also best to check why he developed matted fur in the first place. Grooming him regularly is a good way to prevent it.😊

[@nvasrs]

Hello I just recently got a holland lop bunny. I’m not sure if I should bathe him he has a lot of excrement in his bottom and it is very stuck to his skin I’m thinking about bathing him but I’m not sure he’s only 4 weeks old. Would u recommend bathing him?

[@popcornash9903]

Oh dear. I suggest trying wet wipes or dry shampoo (to loosen the excrement) first before giving him a wet bottom rinse, especially since he is so young. He may panick or get hurt. For stubborn excrement, you may try a wet bottom rinse with minimal lukewarm water and pet shampoo just enough to clean the problem areas of his bottom. He must be calm when you do this and be placed in a safe, secure area. Please do not get the rest of him wet or let water enter his ears or nose. He should never be immersed fully in water and do dry any wet fur immediately after with a hairdryer so that he doesn’t catch cold. Other option is to wait it out a few weeks to see if he manages to clean himself and just trim off the fur containing dried excrement. After he is clean, please make sure his litter box is cleaned regularly. If he continues to soil himself, please check his diet. He could be eating too many pellets or vegetables, causing him to have excess cecotropes or soft fecal droppings that stick to his fur. A diet with more hay would prevent excrement from sticking to his fur as rabbits’ fecal droppings are generally dry and round. If he continues to soil himself even with a hay-rich diet and clean surroundings, you may want to take him to a vet to ensure the issue is not health related. Hope this helps.😊

[@nvasrs]

@@popcornash9903 wow thank you so so much this really did help. I really appreciate it! ❤️

[@heidimcneil2869]

I just got two bunnies and they run around the house🐰🐇🐇

[@anramaa3619]

Great video! Some rabbits really do need help to stay clean and your demonstration on how to do a wet bottom rinse was so helpful! Btw, how did you get your rabbit to stay so calm? He didn’t panic at all!

[@popcornash9903]

Ash had a UTI problem for a while but we were so nervous cleaning him, that he eventually got his rear stained and matted. He couldn’t clean himself properly because of the matted fur. Given his condition, our Vet suggested we give him a wet bottom rinse as not doing so would increase his risk of getting a painful illness called flystrike. I suspect his rear had been bothering him for a while and he may have wanted help in cleaning it. Plus, he trusts us and is used to handling, which accounts for his calmness. Water was warm and we made sure the bathroom was warm too. As long as you’re careful not to wet your rabbit unnecessarily and take care to dry it immediately, wet bottom rinses shouldn’t cause panic.

[@nickyalcock7185]

Yep I thought that! One super calm Bunny! 😍👍

[@JulieSevelson-nb9nj]

The rabbit likes his butt bath,he knows you're helping him, and his butt feels better afterwards,lol.

[@manicmick84]

Last year I bathed my rabbit not knowing you weren’t supposed to underneath the sink faucet, but I have a special shampoo for guinea pigs rabbits

[@jjsalazar-uo6it]

What shampoo is it?

[@jeanttecalimag]

I got a bunny in back in Christmas, but recently shes been getting dirty and the stains in her fur won’t come off properly. I tried every way but only a half worked, what do I do?

[@popcornash9903]

Hi! How often does she get dirty? If it’s often you may want to do three things: 1. Check that her diet is 80% hay as too many pellets and veggies can cause really soft poo which often gets stuck on their fur. 2. Make sure the litter boxes are cleaned regularly and her environment is clean so that she doesn’t get urine stains on her fur. 3. Take her to the Vet to make sure she doesn’t have UTI or other health issues that make it difficult for her to clean herself. If you’ve done all three, you can start with a dry bath to take away the smell and a simple bottom rinse. Do not submerge her fully in water and make sure your rabbit’s fur is dry after. If the stains are all over her body, you could get a groomer to trim off the badly stained areas. Sometimes stains are difficult to clean because of matted fur. A rabbit saavy pet groomer or even your vet can do this for you. I don’t recommend doing it yourself if you haven’t developed a strong bond with your bunny as it could cause panic and accidents. Hope this helps.😊

[@smitty9519]

is there any cleaner i can use to remove the stain from my rabbit?

[@sketchy5921]

Foaming pet cleanser on wall mart the online store

[@kpopforlife2.04]

The rabbits I’m rescuing are covered in a lot fecal matter everywhere; how do I get them cleaned off without causing so much stress and the potential of death??

[@popcornash9903]

Hi there! Cleaning rescue rabbits can be tough as they are generally scared of being handled and the fear itself can kill them. I would suggest getting the rabbits used to you first. Keep their environment and litterbox clean to ensure that they don’t get more soiled. Stay close to them, give them hay to make sure their gut is healthy and droppings are normal, let them smell you and feed them healthy treats to bond with them. Once they warm up to you, you can start by using dry rabbit shampoo (powder) to loosen up any dry fecal matter on their fur with a comb or your fingers. You will need to trim fur that is matted badly as this can interfere with their ability to clean themselves. Be gentle at all times and do not attempt to take out fecal matter in one go. It will take some time. Once you take out the dry fecal matter, you can then use wet wipes to take out fresh urine/fecal stains on the fur. Only do a quick wet bottom rinse for sticky/fresh fecal matter and urine stains that may cause urine scalding. But make sure your rabbit is healthy, does not suffer from any infections or wounds before you do. Rabbit skin is prone to tearing when wet and wounds can get infected from water/shampoo. Also, please make sure you dry your rabbit’s fur well with a hairdryer since rabbit fur can’t dry quickly. Rabbits can get pneumonia if they are wet for too long and if water enters their noses or ears. The video demonstrates how I clean one of my bunnies called Ash. I have five rabbits but he is the only one I have had to clean a few times as he suffers from chronic UTI. Generally rabbits don’t need cleaning if healthy. Hope this helps and thanks for taking care of rescue bunnies! That’s wonderful!!!🙏🏻😊

[@kpopforlife2.04]

@@popcornash9903 okay, thank you so so much for the info. It’ll help a lot with the process

[@vmpreluv]

i need a safe way to bathe my rabbit cause he sadly has fleas and idk what to do

[@popcornash9903]

Have you taken him to a rabbit-savvy vet? Fleas can cause anemia and other complications in rabbits, so it is important that you have him treated for fleas as soon as possible. Your vet may have a rabbit-safe topical medication you can use with a flea comb. Fleas should be eliminated within 1-2 days, after which you can use wipes to keep him clean. It is important to also identify the source of the fleas and keep him away from it, could be another animal or an area he explores. Please do not bottom rinse him while he has fleas as there could be abrasions in his skin that can get infected in the water.

[@IriannyRos3]

My bunny could never lol great video tho ❤

[@popcornash9903]

Thank you😊

[@Bkarkinplays]

Can you give your rabbit a bath even if they don’t need one? I want to give my rabbit one but she doesn’t actually need one

[@popcornash9903]

Please don’t give your rabbit a bath. As mentioned in the video, there are many risks involved. A dry bath, wipes and at most, a wet bottom rinse are advised but only if your rabbit has very badly soiled and matted fur, at risk for flystrike or is unable to clean itself due to health reasons. You can also check with your vet if you want a second opinion. Hope this helps. Thanks😊

[@cc.3218]

this is what i need to show my parents, my parents treat my pet rabbit horribly. by forcing me to bath my pet rabbit at random times, i can rebel against their decision bc im 13, my father would say that im

[@popcornash9903]

Oh I’m sorry to hear this.😢 Yes, please show them this video so they are made aware of the possible consequences of bathing rabbits. Only do a bottom rinse when absolutely necessary. Thank you for caring so much for your bunny. You’re amazing!💗

[@cccc7534]

I suggest giving you’re rabbit away to somebody who can take care of them, it’s going to die most likely. That’s honesty animal abuse.

[@Terratetradon]

@@popcornash9903 it's necessary if they stink like shit. I've had rodent they Snell

[@Terratetradon]

@@cccc7534 don't force op to give it away

[@JulieSevelson-nb9nj]

Please tell your parents that your rabbit only needs a butt bath here and there. And that's what most veterinarians recommend. Have them talk to the pet clinic if they're not convinced.

[@RituparnaChatterjee2441139]

I've recently lost my bunny. He was very dear to me. He had a feet infection so was on meds which effected in messy pooping. I had to bathe his bottom to keep him clean. He started breathing fast after going on meds and on visit to the vet, we found he had caught a very bad cold, had 105° fever and cough in his chest. He succumbed to a stroke right after returning to house. Couldn't even start his treatment. I'm heartbroken. So anybody who needs to hear this, please don't bathe bunnies just to keep him clean, wipe him with a wet towel. And if bathing is absolutely necessary, make sure you dry him well. Otherwise he may catch pneumonia like my Bidhu did and depart before his time.

[@popcornash9903]

I’m so sorry to hear this. Yes, I agree that bathing bunnies is dangerous. A bottom rinse should not be done unless done properly and only when absolutely necessary as recommended by a vet. As mentioned in the video, there are many risks involved. What is critical when giving a bottom rinse is to be sure to dry your bunny thoroughly and in a warm place and to ensure that no water enters its nose and ears as rabbits are unable to get water out themselves, which leads to pneumonia. I have given my bunny a bottom rinse twice and thankfully, he has never gotten sick. But each rabbit is different and perhaps it is better not to wash a bunny when they have an infection as open wounds exposed to water can be bad and traumatic. I wish your vet had provided better guidance as you obviously had the best intentions. Thank you for sharing your story as it is important to remind people that the risks are real. I am so sad to hear about your rabbit and very sorry you went through this as you obviously loved your bunny very much.😥

[@RituparnaChatterjee2441139]

@@popcornash9903 I repent my actions. Wish there was some way I could rectify it all and bring him back! He loved me so much! Really heartbroken

[@popcornash9903]

@@RituparnaChatterjee2441139 please do not be so hard on yourself. You loved your bunny dearly and took care of him as best as you could. I’m sure he felt loved and was happy.💗 Your vet should have advised you better not to bottom rinse a bunny that had an infection. Best to use wipes first or wait until he is healthy to rinse his bottom. But again, please do not take it so hard. You cared for your bunny. He was lucky to have you.

[@RituparnaChatterjee2441139]

@@popcornash9903 thank you for your words. I believe his unwillingness to take medicines also made treatment difficult. His companion bunny does not mind munching her meds although with an attitude. But feeding Bidhu his meds was almost impossible, and insisting on an ailing little thing made me feel awful. He also simply wouldn't drink water! Is there any way to ease the way bunnies take medicines?????

[@mherr9728]

Can I use baby shampoo?

[@popcornash9903]

Hi! I don’t think any human shampoo, no matter how gentle, is safe for rabbits as their skin is very sensitive. To be safe, it’s best to use a dedicated pet shampoo. But remember to wash only the part that needs cleaning and never fully immerse your rabbit in water. Also dry your rabbit immediately and don’t let any water or shampoo enter your rabbit’s ears, nose and eyes. As much as possible, dry baths and spot cleanings are best. Wet bottom rinses are only for situations where your rabbit is unable to clean itself and is prone to urine scalding and flystrike. Hope this helps.

[@Nearlynamaste]

What if there nose becomes dirty with mucus?

[@popcornash9903]

You can try wipes to gently clean outside the nose. But bear in mind that rabbits can only breathe through their noses, so if you suspect a cold, please take your bunny to the vet immediately. Nasal congestion can be fatal.

[@jos3ph488]

My rabbit died because he hates cleaning him self/grooming

[@popcornash9903]

Oh no! I’m so very sorry for your loss.😢

[@nayli133]

I read somewhere, animals can die from stress. I don’t own a rabbit. However, I think this applies to any pets. My cat hates going to grooming she hisses and bites like any angry cat. I noticed every time after grooming she suddenly fall sick with UTI. It because of stressful environment. That is when I stopped taking her to a groomer and take care of her hygiene myself.

[@camilamancia2181]

My rabbit needed a bum wash and he’s very very angry at me now

[@popcornash9903]

Yes, forgot to mention that bunnies generally don’t like their bums being touched or washed.😅 However, they will eventually get over it and forgive you. I know it’s tough but a badly soiled and matted bum needs attention as it can lead to serious problems like flystrike. You may want to consider taking your bun to a vet if you suspect urinary tract infection, incontinence, arthritis, and gastric problems. Healthy rabbits rarely, if ever, need a bum wash.

[@acid_tongue_4315]

same with my daughter (she is a boxer dog ) she hates water on her butt, she looks so betrayed every bath time 👊😔

[@jenniferfernandez4641]

I know how just don’t 😌

[@Aiydansvlog]

and if there not having a day clean in cage that can be why in they are dirty on the bottom I can see probably because they're not spayed and neutered and might I have a litter box and if there has been a litter we do have a litter box and I could use if there has been neutered and putting them in water is very bad they don't try as quick as like a dog and a dog takes all the bunnies take like twice as much of that

[@vqintage2648]

Just get special wipes for animals and clean them with that

[@PupNGaming]

thats still not how you bathe a rabbit.. you should never get there WHOLE body wet like you did

[@popcornash9903]

If you watched closely, my bunny was never immersed fully in water and was blow dryed completely after. I’ve given my bunny a bottom rinse five times for his chronic UTI. He has never ever once gotten sick and is thriving! Even my vet says we’ve done a great job. Sorry, if you don’t agree. Just sharing my experience. Thanks.

[@tracy14041]

There's never a reason to give your bunny a bath. If needed they can be wiped down with a wash cloth but don't give your bunny a bath!

[@corinnecurtis5236]

please dont give your buns baths they clean themselfs and baths can put them in shock!

[@popcornash9903]

Yes, I know. That’s why i recommended a bottom rinse or wipes. This was mentioned in the video but you probably did not watch it. Thanks

[@jackkruese4258]

Please don’t do this as rabbits get very distressed.

[@vqintage2648]

Nooo you can kill it like this

[@saratimofte3089]

No hate but rabbits should not take baths, they cleam all by theirselves.

[@popcornash9903]

Thanks. I agree. Rabbits generally clean themselves unless they have certain problems. Our vet suggested giving our bunny regular bottom rinses as he has chronic UTI issues and can potentially get flystrike if we don’t. Healthy bunnies should not be bathed. But there are cases where bottom rinses are necessary. This video explains all the risks and three ways to clean a bunny when absolutely necessary.

[@saratimofte3089]

Ok and sorry if i was mean or rude. Thank you for explaining this for me! 😁💗

[@ronnieboucherthecrystalcraftsm]

bunnies do not need bathing !

[@popcornash9903]

Yes, that’s why we did this video. If you watch it, you’ll see we only recommend a bottom rinse for cases prone to flystrike and for rabbits that are unable to clean themselves. The methods here are safe and were suggested by our Vet. Thanks,

[@triggeredbyeverything2580]

If they has dry shit on their ass and they cant clean them self. Because of arthritis or bunny overweight. Than you need to wash their ass

[@cheeto1353]

sometimes they do

[@keithstone8693]

Do your research, Ronnie

[@user-zb2ft2vy2v]

Sometimes need.

[@Aiydansvlog]

listen sweet heart um bunny do not and should not have baths it is really bad for them if they stickthhey most likely have heath problems but they can most sertly clean there selfs

[@popcornash9903]

Yes, I know. We only did a bottom rinse, which was recommended by our vet and made sure his fur was dry after. It’s been a year now and my bunny has fully recovered from his UTI and continues to stay clean on his own. Thank you for your concern.

[@newtonmoon]

Never bathe a rabbit, this description should be changed as some people may believe and copy it!

[@belkeshassan9553]

Please don't bath your rabbit ❤

[@popcornash9903]

I don’t bathe them. I do wet bottom rinses and only for my bunny with a medical condition. My video clearly explains this.

[@PupNGaming]

that wasnt a bottom rinse. you dont need a whole bath to bathe them, you just need a sink and hold them upright and use just a bit of water, not that much@@popcornash9903

[@birdz1330]

Please don't do this

[@LoveABun]

You used FAR more shampoo than “a few drops” as you advised! That is way too much shampoo and too much water. Rabbit care and behavioral expert, Mary Cotter says shampoo is not necessary. She says warm water worked in well with the fingers is all that is needed to get a rabbit’s butt and feet clean.

[@willowthefloof852]

This isn’t a safe way!!! Safe ways are just cleaning their pawls with a damp brush!!! Never get you bunny actually wet! In some cases because of injury you might want to get cleaning wipes

[@popcornash9903]

If you watch the video, you’ll see that we’ve recommended three ways to safely clean your bunny. A wet bottom rinse is only for bunnies that are unable to clean themselves due to health reasons. This was also suggested by our vet. Thanks.

[@ZeeA0705]

NO NO NO NO NO YOU DO NOT NEED TO FULLY BATH YOUR RABBITS!!!!! if they need help cleaning you get a wet cloth and gently wipe the area they need help cleaning in don’t emerge them WHATS THE MATTER WITH YOU!!!!! rabbits can get Hypothermia and Stress

[@popcornash9903]

I’m sorry. You OBVIOUSLY did not watch the video!!!! Please refrain from making comments on what you THINK the video is about. I have five bunnies who are all alive, thriving and happy. I know how to take care of them. Thank you for your concern.

[@Nygeriah]

Please watch the video before making rude and unnecessary statements considering this video had tons of information!!

[@innereclipse484]

Bunnies do not take baths,😳 ,there is no such think ! Inform yourself first about how to take care for bunnies and avoid showing something like this!😠

[@popcornash9903]

Maybe you should watch the video first before making rash judgments, but I appreciate your concern. Thanks