A rabbit whose teeth were so overgrown it could not eat was “just a few days away from certain death” when it was rescued by the RSPCA.
The two-and-a-half-year-old grey Standard Rex, arrived at the charity’s Manchester & Salford Branch in August with front teeth that were so long they had started to curl like tusks and were growing into its nose.
An inspector had gone to a property in the Wigan area, where they had found the rabbit, who they have called Bobby.
Branch manager Susie Hughes said: “He had emergency surgery at a specialist exotic vet to remove his teeth and save his life.”
Ms Hughes added: “He must have been in a lot of pain so it was lovely to see being able to eat and groom himself again.”
“He’s a miracle of a bunny with a wonderful personality and has been through an awful lot,” she said.
“He quickly captured our hearts and his strength and resilience has astounded everyone who’s cared for him.
“All he wants is a family who are going to shower him with love and affection as a house rabbit in a very special new home.”
The RSPCA said the story highlighted how important it was to check rabbits’ teeth regularly and ensure they are fed a good diet with plenty of hay and/or grass to help wear their teeth down.
