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Guinea Pig With Dental Issues , Recommendations For Vet In Manchester Area

BubbleSqueak

BubbleSqueak

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Please can anyone give me any advice . My daughter's guinea pig Bubble is 4 years old . Last Thursday I noticed that she was struggling to eat her vegetables. I took her to the vets and he said that she had spurs growing on her molars and they needed to be filed down . This was done under general anaesthetic . She stayed at the vets for 3 days and came home on Sunday . We have been syringe feeding her 4x per day and she seems to take this ok. She is also on 0.3ml baytril and 0.15ml metacam . She has been mainly quiet and subdued since coming home , not her usual self at all . On Sunday , Monday and up to Tuesday morning she was managing to eat reasonable amounts of her usual veg - quite slowly but she seemed to be improving each time she ate . She was also nibbling at nuggets but was refusing hay . I am a bit concerned that since yesterday afternoon she now no longer seems to be able to eat any vegetables or nuggets . She seems to want to eat them but is unable to pick them up with her teeth now . She is pooping a little bit but they are very small and not anywhere near her usual amount and there seems to be even less poop today . I feel that I need to take her to see another vet . Ideally I would prefer to see a vet who is experienced in dealing with dental issues in guinea pigs . I am aware from reading other posts that there is a vet in Northampton who is highly recommended. Unfortunately it is not possible for me to travel to Northampton. I wondered if anyone could recommend a vet who is experienced in dealing with guinea pig dental issues in the north west area who can help me I am based in South Manchester . Thanks .
 
I hope Bubble gets well soon. Was the vet able to help?
We are currently going through similar problems, your description sounds very familiar indeed!
 
Bubble was kept in at the vets overnight . He had a look in her mouth and said that there was a sore , red area at the very back which would be making it difficult for her to swallow . He said it was difficult to tell exactly what is going on but there may be that some further teeth at the back that need to be filed down. She has had to stay at the vets overnight . He is going to have another look under anaesthetic today and then discuss treatment options . I don't particularly want her to go under anaesthetic again but I felt more comfortable leaving her with Aidan than the last vets I used . He obviously has a genuine love of animals and knows a lot about guinea pigs Bubble was much happier being handled by both him and the veterinary nurse , who was lovely too . There was no squeaking and trying to escape when they were holding her . I feel that she will be well looked after there . Aidan is going to call me later on today . I will keep you posted .
 
Sending lots of healing vibes, I hope they manage to get to the bottom of what is causing her sore mouth!
 
Good luck! I'm also based in South Manchester, so if you need a hand getting anywhere, let me know! :)
 
I’m so glad you’ve found a vet you can trust and hope that she can be made more comfortable. Keep us posted
 
Just to update you all. Bubble came home a couple of hours ago . Vet said that there were no further teeth at the back of her mouth to be filed but her mouth is ulcerated so he has upped her dose of metacam to help with the pain. Also, her front teeth were misaligned and this has been corrected . I'm pleased to say that she has managed to pick up and eat a couple of small pieces of cucumber and a couple of nuggets tonight very slowly , so initial signs are positive, just hoping it continues this time . We need to continue with syringe feeding until she starts eating normally and have to go back to the vets on Tuesday for a check up to see if the ulcers are clearing up. Thanks to everyone for all your concern and helpful comments xx
 
Rusholme said:
I hope Bubble gets well soon. Was the vet able to help?
We are currently going through similar problems, your description sounds very familiar indeed!
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Really sorry to hear that you are having the same problems . It's really upsetting to watch when they can't eat . Based on my experience so far I would definitely recommend taking your guinea pig to see Aidan at Ashleigh Vets . Good luck . Please let me know how you get on xx
 
Thanks, that might be an option for us (we live in Leeds). Pendleton is going back to Northampton next Saturday. Apparently, once Simon has finished his treatment (which could take a few more visits, I think) it should be possible for a local vet to continue the dental work as and when needed. So thanks for the recommendation!
 
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