Running With Dogs: The Best Dog Breeds For Runners

Dog breeds that are suitable for having a run outdoors with you!

Dogs are referred to as Man's best friend for a ton of viable reasons, and for the most part, it's the companionship that most human's enjoy. While most Dogs may enjoy outdoor activities as much as we do, not all breeds are suitable, be sure to check in with your Veterinarian to confirm that your Doggo's overall health is capable of withstanding such exercises!

Fancy yourself an avid lover of long distance running, or even a regular jogger? 

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Prepping For a Run With Your Dog

Hydration — Even for Dogs that fair well in warm climates, water is essential to keep yourself and your Pet(s) hydrated during exercise. Always have ample water available on hand. 

Rest — Take a few quick breaks during your run or jog, it gives your Doggo(s) a good breather too!

On Leash — It isn't so much about your Dog's capability of staying close, but if you are planning to run in a public area, it's always safer to have them on leash at arm's reach, just in case ☺

Prudence — There's no harm in being cautious and aware of your surroundings, avoid areas that could be potential hazards especially on the first running-trial with your pooch, i.e. steep or difficult terrains, wild animals etc. 

Popular Dog Breed for Runners

If you are in search for a Dog breed suited for those activities, or if you already have a sweet Doggo, you might want to take a look at the following list for the top picks (in no particular order), best known for stamina, high-energy, and obedience necessary in accompaniment on a good run! 

Labrador Retriever

Labs aren't just great at retrieval, they make excellent family pets that provide companionship in most situations. Along with its sturdy-built and high stamina, they'd be sure to keep up with you along the entire run.

German Shepherd

One of the most hardworking Dog breeds originally developed for protection and sheep-herding, an Alsatian Doggo is capable of putting your own stamina to the test with its intelligence and eagarness to please. 

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Australian Shepherd

With abilities to withstand most weather considtions, Aussies aren't just great at herding, they're pretty much all-rounders in terms of stamina, energy that enjoy working. Having one along for a run makes good accompaniment for sure!

Border Collie

Another working breed known for its intelligence and efficiency in sheep-herding, Collies could make your run so much more enjoyable based on their temperaments alone.

Siberian Husky

Don't be fooled by a Husky's serious expression, the playfulness and energetic temperaments of these sled dogs are best entertained with a good run! Just be mindful of weather conditions, a thick coat might not fair well for a long duration under the sun.

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Alaskan Malamute

A fellow Arctic canine best known for its loyalty and companionship apart from being hardworkers at load-hauling in the Arctic regions. This robust Doggo will keep you company on your run with an energy to back it up.

Grey Hound

Top speed, agility and excellent stamina makes Grey Hounds unfortunately a popular star for Dog races. Not for the races? Just know that it's in their nature to enjoy a good workout outdoors ☺   

Dalmatian

Being the top ambassador choice when it comes to Dogs in service for Firefighters aka Fire Dog, Dalmatians are reknowned for their stamina and robustness, clearing paths to the scene of the fire by running ahead of Fire trucks. This is one breed that is bound to keep up with your pace. 

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Boxer

A strong, quick and energetic Dog breed like the Boxer are observed to be great sprinters, which often looks like a spurt of energy while they dart around. While ancestral roots might have seen crazy days during wartime as messengers, so why not a change of scenery for these sprinter descendants? 

Dogs for Runners: Mixed Breed

Mixed Dog breeds could be great companions for runners too, as mentioned be sure to check in with a Veterianian for further confirmation on your Dog's capability. Look out for past-injuries, joint pains, breathing issues and heat-exhaustion that could pose a threat to your Pet's well-being, and always take the suggested precautions when prepping for a run. 

Cease the run immediately if you notice your Dog panting excessively or when they are reluctant to move.  

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Labrador Retriever: Dogs With Impeccable And Innate Retrieval Skills

A Retriever breed of Dog commonly mistaken for the Golden Retriever!

Ever wondered why some Golden Retrievers have seemingly-odd short coats? We'd bet that you might have encountered a different breed — a Labrador Retriever. This Dog breed's kind face and friendly nature have long secured a special place in many hearts, along with its innate skills for well, retrieving of course.☺

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Labrador Retriever History

Also commonly known as Labrador, this breed’s origins and ancestral roots can be traced back to the St. John’s Water Dog, in 1822. St. John’s Water Dogs were bred by island settlers of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada— with original purposes for retrieving and hauling in fish nets. Prior to the exportation of St. John’s Water Dog during the 1820s, news of their useful abilities have already spread throughout England.

Fun Fact #1      Scottish-Canadian explorer William Epps Cormack described, these Dogs had impeccable retrieving skills and short coats that prevented ice frosting when they came out of waters during cold seasons. 

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It was also speculated that the 2^nd Earl of Malmesbury came across a St. John’s Dog on a fishing boat, and he made immediate arrangements for traders to begin importing these Dogs into England. The first photo record of a St. John’s Dog/Labrador was of Nell, belonging to the Earl of Home. During the 1870s, the name Labrador Retriever became common throughout England. A Yellow Labrador, Ben of Hyde, was first born in 1899, registered by The Kennel Club in 1903. The AKC (American Kennel Club) had their first Labrador registration in 1917.

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Appearance: Working and Companion Types

Size — Labs are generally medium to large sized, with two different breed lines. 

• Companion type usually have shorter legs, and rounder faces 
• Working type have a taller and lighter framed body, and longer muzzle. 

Fun Fact #2      The two different breed lines do not pose a difference within Dog Registries though, they are equally considered as Labrador Retrievers.

Features — Kind and expressive facial features such as their eyes and large down-turned ears makes it tough not to be reminded of the Golden Retriever, another breed known for similar skills and gentle nature!

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Coats — All Labradors have short dense coats that are water resistant, a little dry and naturally oily, making them perfect for retrieving fowls and not feel cold in water. 

Colour — Labrador Retrievers are available in 3 main colour groups, such as Black, Chocolate and Yellow, with Yellow consisting a range from Cream to Fox Red.

Grooming Requirements

These Doggos do not require a ton of scrupulous grooming, it is necessary to note that Labs are shedders in general. Regular brushing aids in ridding loose hairs, speeding up the process of natural shedding— also greatly decreasing chances of hair build-up around the house! A shower once in every two months at least, and ensure that their ears are cleaned with a Vet-approved cleanser and completely dried at all times. Other necessary grooming includes trimming of nails when too long.  

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If you are unsure of how to perform these tasks, seek professional help with a trusted Groomer and/or Veterinarian!☺

Labrador Retriever Personality and Temperament

When gentle appearances match up with sweet natures, its a pleasant occurrence nonetheless. Labs are excellent companions and double up as a great working Dogs for various organizations such as the Military, Navy and Police all at the same time— their amazing ability to track scents all the way back to its origins is detection at its finest! 

Fun Fact #3      Labradors are generally trained for retrieving fowls gently with their jaws. Observe a little closer, and you'd notice this adorable and habitual behaviour of holding something in their mouths. 

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Being naturally active Dogs and great retrievers proves that you are bound to enjoy a ton of outdoor fun and playtime activity such as a game of fetch. Labradors today are exceptionally all-rouned. Don’t hesitate on taking them out for a walk and/or a run, or embark on a rewarding pet-ownership with positive training to encourage obedience. Watch those behavioural quirks!— Natural curiosity, swallowing small objects and begging for food is not unbeknownst of a Lab.

Training — Proper training can begin from a Lab's maturity age of 3 years. Early-training prevents encourages proper behaviour in the long run. It is also advised that Labrador Retrievers may not make good guard Dogs. Usually friendly and easy going even with strangers and people, it wouldn't take much effort in winning their hearts over. With proper care, diet and lots of love, a Labrador can live from 10 to 14 years or more.

If a breed's playful, puppy-like behaviour, hyper-activeness and being easily distracted are issues you might not fancy, then you ought to consider a different breed or Pet. 

Fun Fact #4      Being easily distracted is a well-known Labrador trait☺, and it is highly due to their keen sense of smell!

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ThePetsDialogue claims no credit for images posted on this article unless otherwise displayed/stated. All rights go to respective owners as mentioned. If you do not wish for your image(s) to appear here do drop us an e-mail and it will be removed promptly. If you do wish to use any of our original published information, you are welcome to contact us!

Scottish Fold Cat Breed: Undeniably Adorable Cats From Scotland

Temperament, Care Tips, and History Of The Scottish Fold Cat

If you have always been charmed by the large doe-eyes of Puss-in-boots, know that you'd very well be smitten by this Cat breed. Coupled with guilt-ridden fold ears and all-rounded physiques, these Kitties bring a whole new level of adorable meowsomeness. 

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Do they have a personality to match their cute appearances? 

Where Did Scottish Fold Cats Come From?

The origin of this Cat breed can be traced back to a barn Cat from Perthshire, Scotland in 1961. Namely an all-white female Scottish Fold named Susie, that went on to produce two kittens— one of which was adopted by William Ross, a fellow farmer and Cat enthusiast whom named his kitten Snooks. Together with his friend Pat Turner (also a geneticist), the duo began a breeding program. 

Fun Fact #1      All Scottish Fold Cats share ancestry ties to Susie, the original Scottish Fold Cat!

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The Scottish Fold breed was first recognized in 1966 by GCCF (Governing Council of the Cat Fancy) of Great Britain. Registrations were then ceased in 1971, after the unfortunate discovery of limb and tail deformity, ear infections and deafness in some Scottish Fold Cats. Eventually, some were exported to America and crossbred with American Shorthair and British Shorthair Cats— the issue of deformity and ear infections are believed to have not surfaced since. The Scottish Fold Cat was then recognized by the CFA (Cat Fanciers’ Association) in 1977.

Scottish Fold Appearance

Size — This is a Medium sized breed with a rounded but robust appearance. Adult males can weigh from 4 to 6 kgs, and females from 3 to 4 kgs.

Features — In direct co-relation to their name, not only is this Cat from Scotland, the unmistakable folded ears are unique to its own breed. The rounded head, face, and large eyes may sometimes bear a resemblance to that of a Munchkin Cat. Tails are often long and densely packed with consistent hair thickness as their bodies.

Fun Fact #2      Original Scottish Folds have only one fold in their ears, but selective breeding has resulted in double or more folds, giving an almost flattened like appearance to those ears in modern Scottish Folds. 

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Coat — This breed is available in both short and long coat variants— long coats are sometimes referred to as Highland Fold, Scottish Fold Longhair, or Longhair Fold. 

Colours — Known to come in a great variety of colours thats include Blue, White, Cream, Calico, Tabby, Silver, Gold, Black, Tortoise Shell and Chinchilla.

Fun Fact #3      It is possible for a Scottish Fold Cat to have normal, upright ears. A dominant gene is essential for folded ears to develop— Most kittens are all born with unfolded ears, folds may start developing only after 3 to 4 weeks!

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Grooming Requirements

Short Coat — Requires weekly brushing to rid loose hairs and speed up the process of shedding.

Long Coat — Increase weekly brushing to at least two or more times per week. 

The unique folded ears of a Scottish Fold is naturally more prone to wax build-up, frequently check their ears and clean them out with a Vet-approved ear cleaner and cotton ball(s). Other grooming needs includes nail trimming whenever necessary☺

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Avoid accidents if you are unsure of carrying out these tasks by approaching a professional Groomer for their services!

Temperament And Personality Of A Scottish Fold

Answering the initial query, you’d be pleased to know that the adorable outlook isn’t just for show—  the common disposition with this breed is that of a sweet-nature. The love for human affection puts them close-by most of the time. Highly adaptable in different environments, a Scottish Fold do great with children, crowds and even other Pets in the household. 

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Their sweetness has no end, with tiny soft voices and their natural disposition of laying on their backs, sitting upright with legs akimbo or front legs aloofly rested on their tummies. On a regular day, kitty-curiousity renders a Scottish Fold to stand up— like a Meerkat! These Cats love a good tease and challenging toys that tickle their intelligence.

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They do not appreciate being neglected, an important factor you should seriously consider before obtaining one. In depth research and preparations are absolutely necessary to providing any Pet with proper care and love. With a good diet and a happy lifestyle, a Scottish Fold can live up to 14 years or more.

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Life Hacks For Dogs: Ten Useful Tips For New And Experienced Dog Owners!

The Guide To A Happier Dog Ownership

Welcoming a canine companion into our homes can mean a few adjustments in our lifestyles. Whether we have prior knowledge or experience to care for Doggos, it is never too late to pick up a few handy tips— time to make Dog-ownership much more enjoyable for you and your pooch! ☺

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1. Get A Kong

Chew toys have multi-purposes. Not only are they meant for play time and, chew toys are handy tools to keep your Doggos properly entertained when you are busy with something in the house. One such toy is a Kong— a simple rubberized toy with a hollowed out compartment for delicious treats, even a slab of peanut butter. It's not all fun and games, brain stimulation goes on while your Doggo(s) try to figure out how to get to their treats by gnawing and licking.

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Fun Tip #1      Scorching weather? Stuff some healthy frozen treats in! Use peanut butter to hold small treats together. Your Doggo is bound to go bananas ☺

Try a few homemade frozen treat recipes here.

2. Brushing Teeth With Toys

Certain Dogs may give their owners a tougher time when it comes to brushing teeth. Nonetheless, dental and oral hygiene is essential to keep their teeth in good shape till a ripe old age. Struggling in getting your pooch to cooperate? Rub some Vet-approved toothpaste on their toys (i.e. rubber or rope).

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Fun Tip #2      Pick toys preferably with grooves or tiny knobby surfaces. These help scrape some dirt off their tongues and teeth, keeping their breaths fresh too! On top of all that, don’t forget to pop by a trusted Vet for a routined dental check!

3. Greens For Good Breath

While we're on the topic of oral hygiene, add this nifty hack for fresher breath. It's no news that breath freshening treats contain herbs like parsley and/or mint— pop in some finely-chopped fresh parsley or mint into your pooch's food, and freshen up their breaths while they chomp away during meal times!

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4. Recycle An Old T-Shirt

Clearing up some wardrobe space? Don't throw your old clothes away, donate them to the needy. At the same time, save a few old t-shirts (preferably those with stretchy material)— make these into a braided rope toy. 

Steps:

• Give your tees a good wash and dry before cutting them up into strips 
• Braid 3 strips with two knotted ends for a tug-o-war toy!

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Fun Tip # 3      Don’t throw the remainder away, make more braided toys and replace old tattered ones anytime!

5. Reuse Squeeze Bottles

As responsible and considerate Dog owners, we should pickup and dispose of any excrement from our Dogs while outdoors. A bottle of water comes in handy to wash away urine or poo stains, but a squeeze bottle gives added pressure for a quicker and more efficient cleanse! 

Steps:

• Recycle squeeze bottles (for chilli sauce, ketchup, mayonnaise, or maple syrup etc.)
• Wash them with soap and water thoroughly. 
• Fill it up with water, and strap them along for your next Dog walk or outdoor activity with your Doggo.

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Fun Tip #4      Pick squeezy bottles with a secure cap to avoid water-spilage. Better yet if it has a handle, for ease of carrying about!

6. Vaseline On Paws

Damage to a Dog's delicate and sensitive paw pads is something that might go unnoticed. That is also why Dog shoes are invented (not just a fashion statement)— not all Doggos are used to wearing shoes. We use Vaseline for prevention of blisters and abrasions, and it works wonders for our Canine companions too.  

• Apply a small amount of Vaseline underneath each paw pad just before heading out

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Fun Tip #5      Rinse off as per norm when you are home, checking to make sure no dirt is stuck in between or on them☺

7. Buy Carabiners

Yet another multi-purpose tool, Carabiners are perfect for attaching items to a Dog leash, and/or combining two leashes together. Another great usage example is how we could keep one on our Doggo’s leash at all times— free up your hands by fastenening the leash to ourselves or a stationary object anytime with a simple loop technique like such:

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To avoid theft or harm, never leave your Dog(s) alone and unattended to for long periods of time, it’s not safe!

8. Slow Down Food Intake

Got a furry fast eater at home? Improve your furchild's disgestion by getting a slow-feeder bowl, or save a few bucks just by popping a tennis ball into their bowls. Although, this would work best with a big bowl— big enough to fit a tennis ball and also leave some space around for the Doggos to reach in. This results in a longer time to reach for pieces of kibble, and also smaller intakes with each bite☺

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9. Baking Soda And White Vinegar

Baking Soda is an effective cleaning ageant to have in anyone's home, with other uses like facial aid and cooking. Cleaning up your Pet's accidental mess like urine or poo calls for a thorough cleaning with baking soda and vinegar.

• Rub in baking soda on the stained area
• Pour white vinegar and allow to dry
• Vacuum the remaining baking soda right up

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Fun Tip #6      Dogs tend to urinate and/or deficate in the same spots by tracking the scents. Cleaning with baking soda and vinegar is known to even safely rid scent and odor!

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10. Cleaning With Rubber Gloves

In case you missed this little viral trick, it is about time you tried it! Using rubber gloves or a rubber squeegee works wonders in cleaning up stray hair on furniture and surfaces!

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• Put on the rubber gloves 
• Dampen gloves a little 
• Swipe against the surfaces and notice how all the Pet hair gets collected in a cluster

Products have also evolved to further equip Pet owners improve their lifestyles— We own a special vacuum head meant to remove Pet hair on furniture. Some brands with Pet hair brushes that are totally effective are Miele, Bosch and Dyson.

Miele Turbo Mini Brush 

Bosch Athlet Animal Pro

Dyson Cinetic Big Ball Animal Pro

Check out this other vacuum tool we found:

Aren't these products interesting and extremely convenient? 

Head down to test the product's suction strength for yourselves, to be assured your Doggo's hair wouldn't be tugged at. This tool is only meant to remove loose hair for medium to long coat Dogs by the way!

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Got a Life Hack to add on? Your voices are important to us and the Pets community! Our readers are encouraged to share their  Pet-related reviews of a place and its services, experiences, even lifestyle tips and tricks to better our Pets lives, on our platform, one paw at a time. Be a part of an educational and informative Pets community because at ThePetsDialogue, your voices could make a huge difference on a global scale.

Write to us at [email protected] today!

Our website is a work in progress, however, if you did find our articles interesting please do feel free to share! For more Pet care tips and other Pet-related articles, head to www.thepetsdialogue.com ☺

Disclaimer

This article was written with informational purposes, as you know, we’d love to share our collective research and experiences as fellow Pet owners and lovers. It is not meant to alternate in any way as advice or diagnosis of Professionals.

ThePetsDialogue claims no credit for images posted on this article unless otherwise displayed/stated. All rights go to respective owners as mentioned. If you do not wish for your image(s) to appear here do drop us an e-mail and it will be removed promptly. If you do wish to use any of our original published information, you are welcome to contact us! 

Lion Head Rabbit: The Breed With A Majestic Mane And Gentle Heart

Lion Head Rabbit's History, Personality and Care Tips!

Demands for fancier looking Pets in the past have often led to selective breeding, providing a myriad of Pets that varies in terms of physiques and personality. Even small animals such as Rabbits have some that are more unique looking than others. While it isn't uncommon for a few Dog or Cat breeds to resembles larger mammal cousins/ancestors in the wild— for Rabbits however, we've got the Lion Head Rabbit.

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How did the Lion Head Rabbit come about?

Lion Head Rabbit

Hailing from Belgium, Lion Head Rabbits were a result of crossbreeding. Natural occurances of genetic mutation is what gives this Rabbit breed its special appearance— though the specifics in regards to the cocktail of breeds used to achieve the Lion Head Rabbit is still a little hazy. First reports on crossbreeding were between a Netherland Dwarf and a Miniature Swiss Fox (a long hair Rabbit breed). 

Fun Fact #1      The original purpose of the above crossbreeding was to create a new long haired breed. That however, resulted in a genetic mutation— a long ring of mane around the Rabbit’s head. Thus, the Lion Head was born. ☺

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Being a relatively new breed, Lion Head Rabbits continued to gain popularity around Europe and only arrived in America in the late 1990s. Although this breed was already recognized in the UK by British Rabbit Council in 2002, the Lion Head breed was still undergoing a 5 year test for consistency in America as presented by the ARBA (American Rabbit Breeders Association). Three successful presentations of the Lion Head Rabbit breed within five years finally earned them their recognition title in 2014.

Lion Head Rabbit Appearance

Size — A larger-than-dwarf sized Rabbit with a small compact body frame. The average weight of an adult Lion Head Rabbit ranges from 1.4 to 1.7 kgs.

Features — Be enchanted with the wispy, thin "Lion’s mane" of approximately 2 inches long— at times forming a fringe for the Rabbit's head (yes, it is as adorable as it reads). Their bold heads are coupled with short, upright ears. 

Fun Fact #2      Did you know, Lion Heads are available in two types of manes?— Single and Double manes. Some of them can also have different diversification of their fuzz, the thin feathering wisps could be located around their flanks, cheeks and chests too. 

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Colours — The wispy colour variations of Lion Head Rabbits are pretty wide. Some available colours are Chocolate, Golden, Lilac, Opal, Black, White, Blue, Sable, Tortoise Agouti, Chinchilla, Fawn, and Chestnut.

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Grooming A Lion Head Rabbit

The pretty coat of a Lion Head Bun comes with extra care requirements. Run through with a slicker comb and brush at least 2 to 3 times a week. This rids loose hair and prevents matting. During moulting (shedding) periods, increase the number of times you comb weekly— the build up of loose hairs causes a higher chance of matting!

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Generally fastidious creatures of keeping themselves clean, Rabbits do not require water baths— water baths are said to be very stressful for bunnies, and they are also highly susceptible to cold. Since the possibility of dirt getting stuck on a long coat is higher, check for debris frequently. 

Hot Tip      To clean off any soiled areas, use a damp cloth to spot clean, then towel dry them very thoroughly after. It is also equally important to check for long nails, clip away whenever necessary!

If you are unsure how to perform some of these tasks, bring them in for a professional grooming session by an experienced or trusted Groomer for small animals!

Lion Head Rabbit Personality And Behaviour

Not only are these adorable, fancy-looking Lion Head Rabbits majestic, they are also playful, active and friendly— did we also mention gentle? Active Rabbits as such require even more space to explore and keep them entertained, better still if you have an allocated space just for them! Lion Heads are also intelligent and are possible to be trained (with the help of some treats). Bear in mind that all Rabbits are often wary and jittery at the start, but there is nothing a good amount of patience, effort and care can’t overcome.☺ With proper care and love, the average lifespan of a Lion Head Rabbit is 7 to 10 years.

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Rabbit Housing And Feed

Hygiene — It is extremely important to maintain the cleanliness of your Rabbits home. A regular change of food, water, bedding and litter is mandatory. Clear out their litter trays daily, and check for soiled bedding (the risk of infection is serious, leaving your Buns to accidentally consume or sit in their own waste is absolutely not good)

Litter — Should you choose a cage with wire flooring, make sure there is a solid area for your pet Rabbit to rest its feet. Should you pick a solid flooring cage or enclosure, litter-train your Buns by introducing a litter tray filled with litter (i.e. wood based pellets) and add in some feeding hay to entice them.

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Bedding & Toys — Avoid Pine and Cedar wood based beddings to prevent potential respiratory problems, especially known for small Pets. Keep your Buns entertained with toys and hiding spots within their space when you're not available. Wooden chew toys are handy in preventing overgrown teeth.

Feed — Hay has multiple uses besides being an important staple food source for Rabbits. Good quality Hay such as Timothy Hay provides your Bun with sufficient fiber, aside from daily servings of food pellets and greens. 

Hot Tip #2      Note to only introduce greens to rabbits above 8 weeks of age. Fruits can also be given in tiny proportions as an occasional snack or treat.

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Your Stories Can Be Heard Too

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