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Just like with other pets, such as dogs, birds, ferrets and guinea pigs, keeping your rabbit’s nails trimmed is important for their overall foot health.
Updated on June 19th, 2026
Short-haired, Long-haired, Hairless and European Hamsters are clean and captivating companion animals that are best kept individually.
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Nikki is adorable! Thanks for including pictures! Yes, PetSmile is expensive, but it is one of the only toothpastes to actually be approved by the Veterinary Oral Health Council. Here is a list of their approved products. http://www.vohc.org/VOHCAcceptedProductsTable_Dogs.pdf PetSmile is what I use with my dogs. (Last year they ran a 25% off sale before Christmas, so I stocked up!) Yes, it is fine to use Dawn on Nikki's feet daily, but I suspect any gentle cleaner would be fine as well. You may have to experiment to find the best shampoo for her. I have been very pleased with EarthBath products, so you might want to try their Oatmeal and Aloe shampoo for itch relief. https://earthbath.com/product/oatmeal-aloe-shampoo/ There are also prescription itch relief shampoo and conditioner products if needed that you can talk to your vet about. Good luck! I hope that was helpful and answered your questions. Thanks for using PetCoach.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Hello again. I would use a mild antibacterial skin cleanser like Hibiclens. This has chlorhexidine & is available at any pharmacy. Treat the area at least twice daily. Hope this clears things up. Thank you.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! The things you are already doing for Chacha will keep her coat on top shape. The only other recommendation I have to feed her a well balanced diet. You should bathe her every few weeks to avoid drying out her skin and coat. I hope all is well!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Oxbow has pellets and timothy hay in their product line. The majority of the diet should be timothy hay or similar grasses. Pellets should be limited to no more than a 1/2 cup daily. Alfalfa should not be offered after 7 months of age. Trim nails every 3-4 weeks if necessary. Your veterinarian can show you how initially. Teeth should be checked monthly. A yearly exam should include a dental exam and teeth trimming if indicated. Symptoms of overgrown teeth include decreased appetite, drooling, pawing at the mouth, swelling or discharge.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Hi there and thank you for using pet coach to address your concern. If a kitten is at least 8 weeks of age, you can begin bathing it. I see Ginger is 8 weeks old so that she would be old enough to start getting bathed. I would not use any human grade shampoos and conditioners though. I would use a veterinary shampoo only for use in animals. You shouldn't nees to bathe Ginger often though and even now, unless she is very dirty, I wouldn't worry too much about getting her bathed. I hope this helps! Have a great weekend and thanks again for using Pet Coach!
Updated on September 24th, 2025