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Is it molar spurs!

laurafoz

laurafoz

Warren Scout
Is it only a vet who can diagnose molar spurs?
My bunny is off his hay, will only eat his SS pellets and veggies ( even though vegs dont agree with him, so only feed 2 to 3 times week), after posting about his poo's being soft someone stated that it could be molar spurs and I have found a photo of A bunny with spurs and I am worried now!

here are the photos;-

http://community.livejournal.com/bun...s/2841528.html

I will be off to vets very soon!
 
Best let the vet take a look, you have nothing to lose. It's quite common to have spurs so don't worry, it can be sorted. If it is then you will have to ensure he eats lots of hay in future as this helps wear their teeth down and can even prevent the regrowing. Good luck :wave:
 
Only the vet can check for you if it is the molar spurs as they have to look inside the mouth.

It is a common problem and can be corrected. Don't leave it too long as the spurs can cut into the tongue or cheek which can cause infection.

Lots of hay can help keep spurs down on molars.
 
yes if it is molar spurs, (only the vet can tell) it is best that the problem be taken at the beginning followed by regular controls. Not only because it can damage the mouth and tongue but also, the teeth might not continue to grow properly in their normal shape and size...
 
Martine said:
yes if it is molar spurs, (only the vet can tell) it is best that the problem be taken at the beginning followed by regular controls. Not only because it can damage the mouth and tongue but also, the teeth might not continue to grow properly in their normal shape and size...
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I have just contacted the last owner and it sounds like he had this problem 2 years ago. I am worrying though cos we have taken this rabbit off their hands cos they dont have time for him and he is less than 2 weeks after adopting him he is having probs!
 
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