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How do you know if a bun is happy?? a dental bun....

id like to know the answer to this as well as i have a rescue bun who has really bad dental probs, hes going in to have his teeth done tomorrow along with castration, in contrast to my house bun they couldnt be more differant, i have to syringe food and water and a pain killer at the moment,and he hates it, he tries to chew his way out through the towel i hold him with, either that it would be my fingers, he does eat but its so half hearted, the only time he moves around is when my partner comes home, (i think im classed as the evil mom with the syringe) his poos are small, i have tried everything and the only thing that seems to work is a little strawberry which i rubbed the juice on some hay and fresh herbs to encourage him to eat, i sit and talk to him and give him fuss for which i am rewarded with a wash, but other than that he will just sit in his box or the big cusion i have in the kitchen, i know i dont feel well when i have toothache but my heart really goes out to him :(
 
I feel for you too Areia.

I hate dental problems, they are never simple. I'd say your bun was definitely in some amount of discomfort though. I'd see how he responds after his dental tomorrow. Such a stressful situation :(
 
Hi, I think you are doing the right thing by taking him to see another vet who specialises in rabbits. You need to get a thorough understanding of his problems and review this once you have all the facts.

Would it be possible for you to give the meds by injection rather than orally, we find it less stressful if your vet will show/allow you.

I do have a dental bunny who has his teeth done once a month (conscious) since last September and he is fine once they are done. Last week my vet told me that they were in the best shape he had seen them now that they he had got on top of them and they were just uneven and now spurs.

If I had not changed my vet last September I don't think my bunny would be with me today - so please don't give up hope until you speak to someone more experienced with rabbit teeth.

Good luck.
 
Hi, Homer's roots have actually grown through his jaw (I can feel them under his chin) so his teeth are in pretty bad shape so it is not just a case of them just being uneven or spurs, but it his condition is being "controlled" by the regular conscious dentals.

As you can see from my sig, he is happy in himself. He was 4 when his teeth problems started.

Have you tried to give him meds mixed with fresh pineapple juice.

Someone else may be able to advise you better on long term painkiller meds.
 
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Thanks for your replies... my last bunny had tooth root impactions too but regular dentals every 4 weeks kept it under control until we lost her during a GA.

Thumper is a very fussy boy and won't have anything other than water :? There's no way THumper would tolerate conscious dentals given how aggressive he becomes if you try and put anything near his mouth :( Even the vets struggle.
 
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Ah, conscious dentals would not be an option then. I must admit Homer is extremely placid and my vet is very confident so the two together work well.

I hope it is not as bad as you think and your new vet can help. Keep us updated.
 
bunny babe said:
Ah, conscious dentals would not be an option then. I must admit Homer is extremely placid and my vet is very confident so the two together work well.

I hope it is not as bad as you think and your new vet can help. Keep us updated.
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Homer sounds like a star!

I hope he will be able to live a relatively normal life... my friend is brilliant so she will do everything she can for him.
 
charlie82 said:
Homer sounds like a star!

I hope he will be able to live a relatively normal life... my friend is brilliant so she will do everything she can for him.
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:D He is, he will let you do anything with him luckily and he loves lying like a baby having cuddles. Katy is a different story, a feisty little madam!

Good luck.
 
bunny babe said:
:D He is, he will let you do anything with him luckily and he loves lying like a baby having cuddles. Katy is a different story, a feisty little madam!

Good luck.
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My bridge bunny Charlie was like that.. such an amazing bunny!
Thumper is a grump sometimes, he wouldn't dream of biting if he is on the ground but if you pick him up he will bite you. :shock: Good job he's so handsome and I love him. :love:
 
:wave:Hi,Ang, Been thinking about you and Thumper, its such a hard desicion and you were there for me 100% with Billy when he had issues and after.I know at the end of the day you will do whats right, for your boy.Maybe seeing your new vet might hope you see a way in the right direction.Take Care Deb,x:D
 
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