Scent glands

[Jessykah]

I have read about cleaning a rabbits scent glands with a q-tip. Some people use water, some use mineral oil. Some say you need to, some say that you don't need to and that it's a cultural thing. Yes it is a stinky job, but if it's necessary....
I have never done it. Do any of you clean scent glands? If so, how often?

 

[MaggieJ]

I don't. I figure if the buck is not obese he can reach to take care of it himself. Might be different if I had a house rabbit or if I were showing rabbits.

 

[ladysown]

absolutely only if they need it. Most rabbits in condition don't need it, but the odd rabbit is seems over produces.

 

[ottersatin]

Do any of you clean scent glands?

Never have,
never seen a necessity for it.
Ottersatin. ldtimer:

 

[Jack]

I do, I find that hydrogen peroxide helps to loosen the crusties, some of them will have a darkish or yellowish buildup, sometimes it's hard and you can just flick it and it will come out, other times you need to work a little to get it out, it's about the consistency of ear wax, and yes, they 'LOVE' it, you might want to wear long sleeves or put a old pair of socks on your arms.

But then I only do it to my show stock if it looks bad.

 

[ladysown]

SOME rabbits get in the mood if you clean their glands. So if you have an in condition doe that doesn't want to breed...check those glands and clean them if necessary. Can do the trick (been there).

 

[OneAcreFarm]

Are we talking about the areas just to the left and right of the vent?

 

[Jessykah]

Yes we are.

 

[Frosted Rabbits]

SOME rabbits get in the mood if you clean their glands. So if you have an in condition doe that doesn't want to breed...check those glands and clean them if necessary. Can do the trick (been there).

ah, the manual stimulation thread!!!! :lol:

 

[Jessykah]

:lol:

 

[mountainrabbits]

:lol: :mrgreen: