Old Bunny Eating Problem?

[AnnaW]

Hi there i’m new to this forum, and have an 8 year old rabbit called Biscuit He’s a complete sweetheart and is a netherland dwarf cross lionhead, and lives free in my room with loads of toys, beds, cushions and always always always fresh hay, pellets and water, as well as fruit and vegetables and grass when i put him to run outside.

Recently, when he eats he has been putting his paws up to his mouth as if he’s choking or finding it hard to eat, and seems to dribble quite a lot when this happens! I’m not sure whether he’s just old and a bit dribbly bless him, but he has LOADS to chew on in here and many chews that he’s completely used up so i’m quite sure his teeth aren’t too long or anything!

If anyone knows why this could be, please don’t hesitate to give me advice or opinions! Thankyou  xxx

[Sarita]

I would definitely have his teeth checked. Many older rabbits have dental issues due to bone deterioration. Also these breeds (netherland/lionheads) are susceptible to dental problems.

[AnnaW]

Aaah right okay, i’ll definitely do that then! He has never ever bitten anyone, so reckon i could try and have a quick look myself?

[Sarita]

I doubt you will be able to see it without an otoscope. Especially those molars in the back – molar spurs won’t look obvious to our eyes.

[AnnaW]

Okay, thankyou! He’s such an old little thing and so gentle that i find it hard to tell when there’s something up with him! He’s currently nesting in a loaf of bread shape on his cushion ^.^

[Sarita]

Sometimes dental problems aren’t always really obvious :~) – let us know what the vet says.

[AnnaW]

Okay, thankyou for your advice, i’ll get an appointment asap I feel sorry for my parents, our cat just ran up a good 200 pound bill, with a lot more to come for an over – active thyroid!

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