My rabbit isn't eating after dental surgery. Is this normal?

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Hi, my rabbit had his molars trimmed last Wednesday. The points on his molars did cut into his cheek and tongue so he's obviously been in pain. He has pain medication but he's still not eating. It's been 3 days. He doesn't eat anything on his own so I'm syringe feeding him at the moment. Is this normal after 3 days? Also how often should I feed him and how much? He currently weighs 1.5kg and should weigh 2.2. Pet's info: Small Animal | Rabbit | Male | neutered

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Continue syringe feeding him and medicating him. If you can get some Oxbow Critical Care for Herbivores, that would be recommended. Have him rechecked by your veterinarian when you can to rule out any complications from the procedure. If his teeth needed extensive work, the recovery period may be prolonged.

My rabbit isn't eating after dental surgery. Is this normal?

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