Floofbunny
Young Bun
Hi,
Before I get a lop rabbit instead of a rex.
Is there any major health issues with a lop?
Before I get a lop rabbit instead of a rex.
Is there any major health issues with a lop?
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Lop health
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Bunny Buddy
Wise Old Thumper
Most lop breeds have flatter faces so are more prone to dental issues.
Lops also have difficulty getting their feet into their ears to clean them/less ability for nature to get rid of debris from the ears given the acute angle when joining the head, so they are more prone to getting ear infections.
Lops also have difficulty getting their feet into their ears to clean them/less ability for nature to get rid of debris from the ears given the acute angle when joining the head, so they are more prone to getting ear infections.
daphnephoebe
Wise Old Thumper
Definately dental issues is a big problem.
If its a mini lop with a flatter face you'd also be looking at more prone to breathing and eye issues due to structure of the face.
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If its a mini lop with a flatter face you'd also be looking at more prone to breathing and eye issues due to structure of the face.
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InspectorMorse
Wise Old Thumper
Lops - more prone to ear infections/abscesses, if flat faced like the mini lop then dental problems and respiratory tract problems.
Rexes- Ulcerative pododermatitis ( sore hocks) and heart disease.
Rexes- Ulcerative pododermatitis ( sore hocks) and heart disease.
