Definitely done it a few times…THE most important aspect is keeping them warm afterwards. If you are going to bathe them make sure you are going to be home for several hours afterwards!!
Ok, here’s my instructions
First get your supplies ready:
1) A partner! It’s best to have someone help you, even if it’s just to pass the shampoo and towel!
2) Animal shampoo-NEVER use your own shampoo or plain old soap. Use a shampoo specifically designed for pets. I prefer the tearless formula just in case! (does not have to be rabbit shampoo, just pet shampoo!)
3) Two old towels
4) A tub or a sink. Whatever works best for your comfort.
5) A hairdryer that has a low setting
6) A rabbit brush
7) A blanket
Fill the bottom with about two inches of very warm water. Rabbits have warmer internal temperatures then we do so they can get chilled fast in a cool bath. The water should be comfortable on your skin and not cause redness-rabbits’ also have very sensitive skin. Check the water-you should be able to submerge your hands comfortably in it-not too hot!
Put your rabbit in the tub and get him wet. If there is a lot of material (poop, dirt, etc) on him give him a few minutes to soak. Rub shampoo in and get a nice lather. Rinse completely-remember they lick themselves to groom so you don’t want them ingesting dried shampoo.
Take your bunny out and ‘towel dry’ with the first towel vigously getting as much water out as you can. Then bundle your rabbit up in the second dry towel and if he’ll let you cuddle up under the blanket you put aside. Rabbits get very cold when they’re wet. If you let him just hop off after a bath, you will find him haunched up chattering in a few minutes time.
When almost dry, use the blowdrier on a cool setting and blowdry. Use your fingers in the fur to ensure the temperature is not too warm. If your fingers hurt, turn it down!
Give your bunny a brushing after the bath, especially on longer furred breeds-they’ll be prone to tangles after a bath!
Good luck!!