What is the recommended action when a rabbit is diagnosed with Gastric Trichobezoars?

The recommended action for a rabbit diagnosed with Gastric Trichobezoars, which are hairballs formed in the stomach, is surgical removal of the hairball. This is necessary because trichobezoars can cause discomfort, blockages, and serious digestive issues, potentially leading to more severe health problems if left untreated. While other measures like increasing grooming can help prevent hairballs by reducing the amount of fur the rabbit ingests, they do not address an existing blockage.

In cases where an obstruction occurs due to a hairball, surgical intervention may be the only effective way to alleviate the issue and restore normal digestive function. Rabbits cannot vomit, making these blockages particularly dangerous, so surgical removal is often the necessary and appropriate course of action to ensure the rabbit’s health and well-being.

Providing adequate hydration and a diet rich in fiber, such as hay, are important for general digestive health, but they may not be sufficient for treating an existing case of Gastric Trichobezoars.