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We all love our pets and would do anything to make sure that they are taken care of and their health is in top form. A common worry about rabbit owners is the care and health of their teeth, as they have been known to fall out or break, which can cause much stress on both the rabbit and the owner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rabbit teeth can grow back if they fall out. Rabbits have open-rooted teeth, meaning their teeth grow continuously throughout their lives, and can be replaced if they break or fall out.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caring for your rabbit and their teeth may feel like a lot to worry about at times, but we have broken down a few of the key components of rabbit teeth care here to help you in your pet care:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Do Rabbit’s Teeth Break?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Breaking or falling out of a rabbit tooth can source from a variety of problems, and is not associated as a natural, or common event among perfectly healthy rabbits. An incorrect diet is the most common cause and is a less-known problem among rabbit-owners. Since rabbits’ teeth grow continuously, about 2 mm per week, they must also be continuously ground down or trimmed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typically, this grinding occurs from a diet of abrasive and coarse food, which keeps the teeth growth rate under control. This grinding can be achieved through buying a typical rabbit food designed to preserve healthy teeth or even something as simple as a small fruit tree branch. Of course, rabbits love and can benefit from eating a variety of fruits and vegetables such as apples, broccoli, and of course, carrots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the most recommended foods for a rabbit to promote tooth health, however, is hay. Hay provides enough coarseness for the rabbit to keep a good tooth length, and rabbits typically love hay as well, so they will be both happy and healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is important to understand that rabbits\u2019 teeth must be ground down because if left unchecked, they grow long and thus become more flimsy and susceptible to damage, such as cracking and breaking. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another source of a rabbit breaking their teeth is just from overstraining the tooth, such as biting a metal cage. If this is the case, you may be required to trim the teeth of your rabbit that were not broken, to ensure that all teeth grow back at approximately the same length. Though a local veterinarian would easily be able to do this, it is often much cheaper to do it yourself. One method is to use the same nail clippers that you use for your dog’s nails. This is not the most recommended method<\/strong>, but it is an option and will not hurt the rabbit if done correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second option is the method that a veterinarian would likely use. This method uses some form of rotary Dremel or a small, handheld spinning sander to shave the excess tooth off. Though your rabbit may require to be held down or some form of anesthesia, often the rabbit will know that you are trying to help it and will not show too much resistance. The shaver is gently applied to the position on the tooth where it should end, and is lifted off after just a few seconds of pressure, to ensure the tooth is not damaged or any discomfort is caused. This process is repeated until the undesired portion of the tooth falls off and is discarded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below is a video of a veterinarian trimming the teeth of a rabbit, so you can know what to expect when you bring your rabbit to the vet:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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