16/12/2024
We first met the wonderful Coco in September. Her incisors were growing too quickly and causing her issues with eating. She managed well with routine trimming and a change in diet, but recently they became overgrown once again. Her dedicated owners made the brave decision to put her under anaesthetic for vets, Katy and Lucy, to remove her troublesome teeth. After a tricky anaesthetic, we are all extremely pleased that Coco has recovered exceptionally well and is now eating for herself, grooming and thriving!
Rabbit's teeth (molars and incisors) constantly grow throughout their lives. It is important to have the correct diet (high in good quality fibre) to help wear down their teeth, and regular vet visits to ensure no dental disease is present.
Rabbits, being prey species, often hide illness and pain very well. If you notice your rabbit grinds it's teeth, isn't eating as much (or choosing softer food), drools, has a nasal or eye discharge, or is becoming head shy, it may well be their teeth that are causing them an issue.
Both our vets and nurses routinely see rabbits and can advise on diet and recommend dental treatments, if necessary.