Rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas all have open-rooted teeth, meaning they grow continuously throughout their lives, at a rate of 2 to 4 mm per week. The only difference between lagomorphs, such as rabbits, and the others is that rabbits have 6 incisors (2 lower and 4 upper), while guinea pigs and chinchillas have only 4 incisors (2 lower and 2 upper). It is important to remember that visiting your regular veterinarian is necessary, as the incisors are easily observable at home, but specific equipment is required to examine and view the molars.

Overgrowth can be caused by root deviation due to trauma, weakness of the alveolar bone, hypovitaminosis C in guinea pigs…, the loss of one or more incisors, neoplasia or trauma, molar malocclusion, genetics, or by a diet that is not abrasive enough. When we offer our pet foods that do not require much chewing, such as vegetables or pellets, their teeth do not wear down properly and will form spikes that can cause oral injuries. This will lead to pain and will alter the occlusion movement, which will affect the incisors and can also lead to malocclusion.

Therefore, to prevent this type of condition, it is advisable to have regular check-ups with your veterinarian and to proceed with filing if necessary. Additionally, you should offer your pet a high-fibre diet based on various hays, such as fescue and oat hay, without seeds. The treats you give should be suitable for gnawing and should not contain sugars, minerals, or salts.

In this assortment, you will find:

• FESCUE HAY TUNNEL AND FESCUE WITH DANDELION ROOT AND BURDOCK ROOT PIECES.  Fescue is a broad-leaved grass that helps with dental wear. This hay-filled tunnel also contains other surprises inside, which will promote environmental enrichment for your rabbit while helping with dental wear.

• ESPARCETTE is an ancient herb, ideal for preventing gas, flatulence, and potential stomach or digestive problems, and it also helps with dental wear.

• RAY GRASS is a large-leaved hay that provides great dental friction, which helps with wear, while also enhancing the palatability and digestibility of your little one.

• APPLEWOOD TWIGS, PEARWOOD TWIGS, DANDELION ROOT, and BURDOCK ROOT that, in addition to entertaining your rabbit, will help with dental wear without adding unnecessary calories.

• A mix of MOUNTAIN LEAVES WITH THEIR TWIGS. An irresistible mix of mountain leaves from our region: olive, ash, basil, birch, rosemary..., which will help with proper dental wear.

• A mix of RED FRUIT LEAVES WITH THEIR TWIGS. A delicious mix of strawberry, raspberry, cherry, and mulberry leaves that you can offer to your rabbit occasionally, which will delight their palate while also promoting proper dental wear.
• ROSE PELLETS and CALENDULA PELLETS steamed. The rose pellet is very digestive and anti-inflammatory. The calendula pellet has anti-inflammatory properties and helps fight intestinal parasites.

With proper care, you can ensure your little one has a longer and happier life!