pet health






 

Question by  worker421047 (5)

Why is my rabbit gnawing on the bars of his cage?

 
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Answer by  Valentine62 (2131)

A rabbit has to keep his teeth from growing too long, so he needs to chew on something, sans the cage. It would be wise to get him something else.

 
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Answer by  ThugPlantLife (79)

Rabbits chew on the bars of their cage for one of two reasons: Your bunny is wearing down his teeth, which all rabbits must do to keep their mouths healthy - rabbit teeth grow all of their lives and must wear them down all the time. That, or he's bored!

 
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Answer by  petterrific (60)

because either he needs more time to exercise like take him/her for a walk or he hasn't got any toys to gnaw on like carrots and hard things from pet store.

 
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Answer by  Kilotheros (97)

Your rabbit is most likely bored. There is a light chance that he could be hungry. As long as you are feeding it regularly hunger won't be a problem.

 
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Answer by  SunnyStars (836)

Rabbits teeth grow constantly. They will need to chew on something to file their teeth down naturally. Give your bunny treats and chews (wood/sticks). Feed a diet that's high in fiber. If this cage-chewing continues, you may have to take your rabbit to the veterinarian to have their teeth trimmed.

 
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