It is a common problem for rabbits to experience overgrown claws and incisors. Rabbits have six incisor teeth in the front of their mouths, four on the top and two on the bottom. These are the teeth they use to grab and sever their food, and they are absolutely necessary for feeding. In the wild, a rabbit’s incisor teeth are prevented from overgrowth by the regular chewing of hard, fibrous foods. In captivity, many owners neglect to provide their rabbit with this type of food, and the result is overgrown incisors. This condition can be harmful and even deadly to your rabbit; if the incisors grow too long then your rabbit will be unable to feed and he will subsequently starve to death.

To prevent the overgrowth of incisors, be sure to provide hard food including the stalks of vegetables. The tough and fibrous bottoms of carrots and celery are good for grinding your rabbit’s teeth down. As well as this, provide your rabbit with a gnawing block, preferably made of wood with the bark still on it. Your rabbit will gnaw on the wood and wear his teeth down. You needn’t worry about your rabbit swallowing splinters, as the arrangement of his incisor teeth prevents this. If your rabbits incisor teeth do manage to grow too long, consult a veterinarian who specializes in rabbit care to address the problem.

Rabbit claws grow relatively quickly. In the wild, a rabbit’s claws are naturally worn down through the burrowing process. If your rabbit frequently walks on a rough surface like pavement, then its claws will probably naturally be ground down. However if your rabbit dwells mostly on soft surfaces, then you will need to frequently trim his claws. The first time, it is advisable to take your rabbit to a veterinarian to observe the nail-clipping process. After watching the relatively simple procedure, you should be able to subsequently perform the task yourself. This will help keep your rabbit healthy and prevent overgrown claws which can pose a health risk.

When it comes to the health and happiness of your pet rabbit, choosing a quality living environment should be on the top of your list. In addition to quality Rabbit Cages you’ll need the right rabbit grooming supplies including Rabbit Nail Clippers.