How long does moulting last?

[Jazzable]

My rabbit is now just under 8 months old. He has been moulting heavily for I think over two months now?? I know that hair is just part of the deal with a pet, but I feel like I’m going to go out of my mind. I’m grooming him regularly but there is just. so. much. hair. And it’s so fine that it doesn’t just fall to the floor like cat or dog hair, it floats around in the air and gets everywhere in clouds. D: When I first got him, he was definitely not moulting and barely shed any hair at all. But this moult has been going on so long it feels like it will never end. How long can I expect this to last?!  Are there any factors which influence how long or short a moult lasts? I’d much rather it be explosively messy and over quicker! And how often do they usually happen? I read that it can be every few months, and if it’s going to take 2+ months every time then he may just live his life in a constant state of moulting with no respite?? I just want some reassurance or consolation. I love him so much but I also quite like being able to get a plate out of the cupboard without finding fluff on it, or be able to sit down in my own house without having to immediately lint roller my every item of clothing. ?

[Deleted User]

One of my boys is in a constant molt it seems like xD Honestly though, it does get better. I’ve noticed with my pair they molt pretty heavily for 1-2 months, then they’ll stop for 3 months and molt for another 1-2 months. I feel your pain though. I’m always rinsing out Asriel’s water dish when I get home or cleaning out his cage to keep it free from fur. I can’t even pet the little man without a pound of fur flying everywhere.

[kurottabun]

I think the molting period really varies from rabbit to rabbit so only you would know how long it actually lasts. What breed is he?

If it’s financially feasible, you (and maybe A&B as well lol!) could try investing in an air purifier and see if that would help. Some do capture pet fur in the filter as far as I know, but then you’ll have to clean that out regularly too to prevent clogging.

[Bam]

Buns can shed for long periods of time. I use a lintroller on my bun to pick up the hair that’s come loose after grooming. It wouldn’t work well on a lionhead or angora, but it works on normal-haired buns. Bam don’t seem to mind.

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