My rabbit has started grinding his teeth. Is this normal?
It is a sign of great pain. He probably has a decreased appetite as well and weight loss. Malocclusion occurs when a rabbit’s teeth do not align properly causing an overgrowth. When teeth grow too long they may cause your rabbit to drool or stop eating.
Occasionally a rabbit’s teeth become abscessed. The most common signs of this condition are drooling, decreased appetite and anorexia. This can quickly become an emergency. Grinding of teeth loudly is the way a rabbit expresses pain. This should not be confused with the soft purr-like grinding a rabbit does when being gently petted by its owner.
My rabbit keeps scratching his ears. He is also losing hair. What should I do ?
Your rabbit probably has ear mites. Ear mites are small parasites that produce itchy debris and inflammation that can be seen in the ear. If the parasite is left untreated the rabbit may inflict wounds to his ear due to scratching or shaking his head.
Fur mites usually occur on the back between the shoulder blades and look like flaky dandruff. Some rabbits may harbour them for many years without signs. Severe cases may cause hair loss.
Fleas are not common on pet rabbits but they may get fleas from other household pets. Treatment consists of using a safe flea powder. A flea comb may be used to remove the adult fleas from your rabbit. The rabbit’s environment should also be treated for fleas.
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