Poo Poo Bum Bum Wee Wee

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Exercise: Allow rabbit daily active time and space to hop and play which supports intestinal mobility and bowel regularity. Weight: Help bunny maintain a healthy weight if needed through proper nutrition and limiting treats. Obesity makes grooming difficult. Stress reduction: Monitor bunny's environment for stressors. Introduce changes gradually. Lavish affection. Poopy butt is usually identifiable by dried feces clinging to the rabbit's rear end in clumps. The surrounding fur will be damp, dirty and stained yellow or brown from the urine. The skin beneath may be red and sore. There may be a noticeable and unpleasant odor coming from the matted fur around the anus. Immediate cleaning and grooming is necessary to resolve poopy butt and prevent further problems. What causes poopy butt?

Groom fur – Use a fine tooth comb to gently detangle and fluff fur once the area is clean and dry. Be extra delicate around sore skin. Recording under the artist names the Toilet Bowl Cleaners and the Odd Man Who Sings About Poop, Puke, and Pee, Farley has a wide array of songs devoted to this particular human experience. A 2021 profile of Farley on Debugger notes that when he noticed a trend of the poop songs being popular, he assumed it was because kids were getting into their parents’ Spotify accounts and typing in naughty words. Apply shampoo – Squirt a small amount of rabbit dry shampoo onto dampened cloth and lather up. Gently wipe soiled areas to cleanse fur and skin.

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With the proper supplies and techniques, rabbit owners can safely clean up mild cases of poopy butt at home. More severe cases with considerable skin inflammation and irritation may need veterinary attention, sedation, and prescription remedies to properly treat. Spot cleaning every day to avoid another build up of poo. To prevent another messy, uncomfortable bout of poopy butt, rabbits need diligent daily spot cleaning around their bottoms: Rectal prolapse – The straining and inflammation from poopy butt can cause part of the rectum to protrude and become traumatized. This is very painful and can lead to dangerous infection or rectal necrosis. Flystrike – Flies are attracted to the soiled fur and can lay eggs which rapidly hatch into flesh-eating maggots that tunnel into the skin. Flystrike is often fatal if not caught immediately.

Dry thoroughly after wet cleaning. Consider using a low powered hair dryer on a cool setting to blow out clumped fur and aid evaporation. Disinfect habitat – Thoroughly clean the rabbit's living space using a pet-safe disinfectant to prevent recontamination. Health monitoring: Note any signs of diarrhea, lethargy, poor appetite, or illness and see a vet promptly. Have annual wellness exams.The matted poop and dampness on the skin can lead to irritation, inflammation, and even infection. Poopy butt is not only unsanitary but also very unpleasant for rabbits. The compacted feces and urine soaked into the fur causes significant discomfort. The rabbit may try to scratch or bite the area to relieve the irritation. This can cause further pain and inflammation. Grooming assistance: If rabbit is unable to properly clean themselves, gently wipe bottom daily for cleanliness. Trim fur if it traps debris. Grooming: Regularly brush and comb to remove loose fur and debris around bunny's bottom. Trim longer fur if needed for hygiene. Monitor rabbit's health – Keep a close eye on their condition and appetite. Take to the veterinarian if swelling, oozing, or behavior changes occur which may indicate infection.