That isn’t so surprising. Lopunny in general are very sensitive about their fur, and if their owners can avoid trimming them, that’s all the better.
Instead, try these steps:
- Always supply your lopunny with plenty of fresh, cool water. (You may wish to add ice cubes to her water bottle for added chill.) The more hydrated she is, the easier it will be for her to handle the heat.
- On that note, be sure she has plenty of vegetables, not simply kibble. Vegetables can be an added source of liquids, which will help to keep her hydrated.
- Allow her to rest indoors as much as possible. When it’s not possible, give her plenty of shade. A shelter lined with cool materials (such as ceramic tiles and frozen water bottles or ice packs) can be sufficient enough at home, while an umbrella may be helpful on the go.
- Consider adding a fan to her shelter and running it whenever possible.
- Mist her ears, rather than trim them. That is, use a spray bottle to gently moisten her ears. This is important because a lopunny’s ears are vital to maintaining one’s body temperature, so the added moisture to her ears will keep them cool. Be careful not to get any water in her ear canal or on the tufts at the ends of her ears, as this can lead to infection and molding, respectively.
- Brush her tufts and ears regularly to remove excess fur without needing to trim. Usually, lopunny can tolerate brushes better than razors, but be gentle either way.
Follow these steps vigorously at first, and your lopunny will find it easier to adjust to life in Alola. Granted, you should follow these steps regardless, but at the very least, making her comfortable by following the above will allow her to nurture a tolerance to heat in as stress-free a manner as possible.
Best of luck, anonymous!
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