Lost Teeth. Totally Freaking Out!

[gus+walter]

Gus has been a bit off some of his foods. Still loving lettuce but he seemed to struggle with old favourites like parsnips and carrots. Had a peek and his two top incisors have broken right down to the gum. The bottom ones and molars seem OK. He can chew but not bite down properly. I have chopped up some veg super small and he seems to be OK with this. He has his head right in the bowl munching down as I write. I'm worried if he's in pain or if he can't eat hay or nuggets. I'll be sat up with him all night. I've made a nugget soup that I'll attempt to spoon feed every couple of hours until the vet opens. If anyone can advise me further I'd be very grateful!

 

[piglet_and_rogers_mama]

While I don't have personal experience with tooth loss, but I do know that teeth grow back at a pretty quick rate. I don't know about pain levels though. Definitely get to the vet and get their expertise on the situation. Good luck pig, and try to get some sleep, he'll be ok.

 

[gus+walter]

After panic reading all about piggy peggies, I've calmed down somewhat. He's eating like a champ, definitely pooing normally and I think he's liking his alone time (I separated them last night so I could keep a close eye on gus and Walter was stealing his food and trying to chase him). Is it worth calling the vet and asking what typical procedure would be?

 

[jade Williams]

It's completely normal guineas teeth are continuous growers so they will just get a new set

 

[ASTRID]

He will be fine I'm sure they will grow back x (look on the bright side he's still eating)

 

[Stewybus]

If the teeth are broken at an angle it would be best to take him to the vet. The front teeth can be cut without an anaesthetic so if your vet is piggy savvy it shouldn't be a big job to cut them straight.