Rabbit Dental Disease Management in UK Veterinary Care: Welfare Implications

Posted: September 6, 2025
In 2019, UK primary-care veterinarians recorded 2219 cases of dental disease in rabbits. Clinical signs included reduced food intake (25.1%) and reduced faecal output (10.9%). Tooth trimming was performed on 34.0% of cases, with 6.1% done while conscious. Dental disease was a primary or contributory factor in 51.2% of rabbit deaths. The study highlights the need for improved diagnosis, treatment methods, and awareness to enhance the welfare of rabbits with dental disease.

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