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- 08/27/2021 at 8:26 PM
  Joanna
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  Hello, I have a 1.5 lbs., 5 month old buck, Netherland Dwarf Fuzzy named Ollie. When I got him he was covered in mats. Please help me. I have brushed, combed, cut his hair but unable to get all the mats. It’s really bad around his private area, and back feet. Is there anything I can get for a fuzzy, long haired dwarf bunny? Can I wet him and add a detangler? See included picture.
- 08/28/2021 at 7:20 AM
  DanaNM
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  The best thing would be to have the vet do a “sanitary shave” of the bad areas so you can just start fresh.
  
  Also I have to say he is so ridiculously cute!!
  
  . . . The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.
- 08/28/2021 at 10:40 AM
  Wick & Fable
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  I agree that getting it to a level now that is a bit more manageable via shaving would be good. If you have not done this before/are not comfortable, definitely request a rabbit-experienced exotic vet to do it; not a pet groomer. See here for a list: rabbit.org/vet-listings
  
  Once at a more manageable length, regular maintenance/grooming would likely help, but you might need to shave/clip occasionally as the fur grows longer to help out. As so wonderfully cute a fuzzy ND, they definitely were not bred with fur that is easy to maintain on their own.
  
  The answers provided in this discussion are for general guideline purposes only. The information is not intended to diagnose or treat your pet. Seek the advice of your veterinarian or a qualified behaviorist.
- 08/28/2021 at 5:09 PM
  Joanna
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  Thank you both. I will schedule an appointment ASAP. Thank you Dana, he is a sweet lil guy.
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