When are a rat's ever-growing teeth too long or problematic?

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When are my rats teath to long and hurting him. I know rats teeth never stop growing so that is why they need chew toys. The first mouth to two mouths they didn't chew one chew toys. So I was worry. They do chew on many different types of chew toys now but I want to make sure I know when their teath are a problem. Pet's info: Small Animal | Rat | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 28 days old

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. The gnawing action of a rodents teeth will naturally keep them trimmed. Occasionally, due to a defect in the tooth alignment, an incisor can grow unchecked. These teeth need to be trimmed periodically. Teach you pets to allow you to examine their teeth & as long as they seem to "fit" or mesh together ( & we are only concerned about the front incisors ), they will be fine. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

When are a rat's ever-growing teeth too long or problematic?

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