Hay alternatives after teeth removal

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- 03/17/2021 at 10:25 AM
  Charlotte
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  Hi,
  
  My bunny has recently had dental surgery to remove a number of teeth following repeated abcesses over the past year. He’s eating really well (veggies and pellets) but seems to struggle with hay.
  
  His bonded mate eats hay constabtly so it’s still being supplied and refreshed daily, but he doesn’t seem to have any interest.
  
  Does anyone have any recommendations for hay alternatives that will give him the fiber and nutrients he needs? Or know any softer varieties that may be easier to eat with the missing teeth? I’m currently growing wheatgrass, which he seems to be enjoying.
  
  Thanks!
- 03/17/2021 at 6:07 PM
  LBJ10
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  I was going to suggest a fresh grass. Wheatgrass (aka cat grass) is perfect. For dry hay, you could try orchard grass. It tends to be softer.
- 03/24/2021 at 2:07 PM
  Charlotte
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  Thanks!
  
  I’ve also bought some readigrass. I’ve read that this can sometimes be too high in calcium for bunnies, but the one I’ve bought is 0.55%, which is think is about the same as Timothy hay. Do you think this would be a good long term alternative? It’s not quite as course as hay but think it will help with keeping the teeth and digestive system in check.
  
  I want to make sure my poor baby has a fighting chance to keep any more dental problems away! 😥
  
  My other bunny is perfectly healthy and still eating hay as usual, but also likes eating the grass (fresh and readigrass). Do you think this is ok or should I separate them when I feed the grass?
- 03/24/2021 at 6:17 PM
  LBJ10
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  I’ve never heard of Readigrass so I looked it up. It seems like it would be fine to feed to both of your bunnies. You could mix it in with regular hay too so there is variety for your other bunny.
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