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Please help. Pig suddenly out of character!

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LittleEskimo said:
I phoned up for another check up and they said he wont eat on his own :/ They are still having to syringe feed him and he will only take a little at a time. This makes them think there's something stopping him from swallowing :( Poor Momo. What could be wrong? :(
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I'm afraid I don't really know but am glad that at least he can still take some food, even if it's extremely slowly. Are they going to feed him through the night and then give you an update in the morning?
 
hid74 said:
Hi

Sorry to hear about your piggy.

I agree that you should really take him to the vet to get checked out. It could be an upset tummy as you shouldnt feed pigs tomatoes, but dont think that would cause the other symptoms you have mentioned.

I wish him well, and hope he gets better soon

Good luck
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Mine get cherry tomatoes all the time and its fine O_o
 
missy said:
I'm afraid I don't really know but am glad that at least he can still take some food, even if it's extremely slowly. Are they going to feed him through the night and then give you an update in the morning?
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Yes they are going to keep him in and keep feeding him through the night, they said to ring back in the morning. Its so strange I don't know what could have caused this all :(
 
I've been worrying about your pig all day and can't access this site from work - I am thrilled to hear he made it through the night and the dental. At this early stage I would try not to worry too much about him not eating much. He has just had surgery and is probably feeling very stressed. Also, his teeth may be a little sensitive after the filing. My pig didn't eat properly on his own for nearly a week after his dental and I really panicked about it. But he is eating fine now, just took him a while to get used to things again. When you pick him up from the vet, get them to show you how to syringe feed him properly and then you can keep doing that from home if you need to. I really hope he will start feeling better soon - please keep us updated.
 
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LittleEskimo said:
Is it common for guinea pigs to get throat and gut problems? :(
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Not throat problems really. Guinea pigs cannot vomit food back up, so if there is a problem in his tummy he won't be able to swallow food as basically it can't go anywhere. They need to get his gut moving again, usually they give medication to do that, sometimes in the form of injections. I think Pebble on here is the expert on tummy trouble.

Is the vet piggie experienced? If he is he will know all this. Piggies must constantly eat to keep food moving through their system. That's why unlimited hay is so important as their primary food source.
 
Thankyou, I hope sore teeth is the reason why he wont eat. I am happy he has got food and liquids in him at least and has been able to go through a lot the past couple of days. Hes a strong little piggy. Fingers crossed. Poor McMac is getting lonely. He just sits in his cage not knowing what to do. He just wants to cuddle up in my lap. I might move him into the bedroom for the next couple of days so he doesnt get lonely
 
Poppy'sMum said:
Is the vet piggie experienced? If he is he will know all this. Piggies must constantly eat to keep food moving through their system. That's why unlimited hay is so important as their primary food source.
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Yes they seemed to know that they need to keep the gut moving, she said she would give him an injection to help it start moving when we first took him in
 
LittleEskimo said:
Thankyou, I hope sore teeth is the reason why he wont eat. I am happy he has got food and liquids in him at least and has been able to go through a lot the past couple of days. Hes a strong little piggy. Fingers crossed. Poor McMac is getting lonely. He just sits in his cage not knowing what to do. He just wants to cuddle up in my lap. I might move him into the bedroom for the next couple of days so he doesnt get lonely
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If he is in pain he won't eat either. The teeth could have caused a fungal infection in his mouth even. On the right painkillers & treatment he should perk up so fingers crossed for you :)
 
Give McMac extra cuddles tonight and try not to worry (although I'm sure you will, understandably). Hope you can update us with good news in the morning x
 
Hey another update. I phoned up the vets this morning and they said that Momo still hadn't eaten on his own and the vets were going to call me back with options of what course to take with him. I am really worried...what if they say they can't do anything? Or what if they have a few options for me and I choose the wrong one? What if hes feeling lonely and scared and missing McMac? I have suddenly gotten really nervous and upset...all I want is the best for him and for him to be able to come home but what if he can't. What if I never get to say goodbye to him...
 
Oh sweetheart....all I can say is, when the Vet calls, if there is a lot to take in then please ask any questions you feel you need to and don't feel shy about asking them to explain anything you're not sure about. Maybe have your Mum with you and put the phone on loudspeaker, if you can. And most of all, please don't feel rushed or pressured into anything. If you need time to process it all and think about your decisions then ask for time to think about it and call them back to let them know.

Obviously I don't know what the Vet might suggest but if they're not sure about him having problems with his swallowing and digestion etc and the only thing they do know for sure is his reluctance/inability to eat for himself, then please do remember that some pigs take a while to start eating on their own again after having dental work.

You're clearly doing your best for Momo and it's a terribly difficult time for you. I really feel for you. Please take your time and keep us updated when you can x
 
Thankyou, I think I will need to take my time about deciding what to do if they have different courses of action. My boyfriend is here for support. I don't know why ive suddenly felt like this. I had a cry when we took him in the first night and ive tried to stay positive and thinking that he will be able to come home soon. But its just all seems overwhelming right now. I want whats best for my piggy and I guess I'm just scared as to what to do...the whole time since that phone call ive just been nervous and crying all morning. I guess I'm just scared that if something bad happens it will be my fault...
 
It won't be your fault. Sometimes things are just beyond our control, no matter how much we love and care for our piggies. You're really doing your best for him and just need to wait and see what the Vet suggests and go from there. I'm glad you have your boyfriend there with you though - make sure you get lots of hugs x
 
I think cherry tomatoes are ok but my brother was giving them big old tomatoes. I have sort of prepared myself a little...I know there's a possibility things wont turn out for the best but I hope to god that he will be ok. The vet did say to prepare for the worst when we first took him in...I just hope I can go in and say goodbye if I need to. Should I take McMac?
 
I've given mine slices of big ones too, with the seeds cut out.

It might be an idea to take McMac just in case of the worse, I think they need to see the body as it helps with the grieving process (don't take my word on that though - I'm sure I read it somewhere).

I'm thinking lots of healing thoughts for Momo, we're going through a similar thing with the family dog - basically on the last attempt of getting him better before PTS :( It's an awful feeling.

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LittleEskimo said:
I think cherry tomatoes are ok but my brother was giving them big old tomatoes. I have sort of prepared myself a little...I know there's a possibility things wont turn out for the best but I hope to god that he will be ok. The vet did say to prepare for the worst when we first took him in...I just hope I can go in and say goodbye if I need to. Should I take McMac?
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I am sorry to hear he's not any better. I would definitely ask the vet if you can take McMac in to see him, sometimes they pine for their friends, so seeing McMac may get him motivated again. Also, you do need to see him for yourself, no matter what the outcome is. I do feel for you, I have been there several times myself & it is very upsetting when they are so poorly. Old tomatoes, if they were very stale could cause bloat, but then so can any stale veg. None of this is your fault, you have done the best thing you could, & that was to get him help as soon as you could. Still keeping fingers crossed for him x
 
If it came to it, I would expect the Vet to let you go and say goodbye. I've not actually been in that situation myself though so I'd go by what others say x
 
I went to say goodbye to Momo. I have brought him back home so McMac knows. I am going to take a lock of his hair for keepsakes...The vet said that it was probably some kind of cancerous growth in his throat that stopped him swallowing...
 
LittleEskimo said:
I went to say goodbye to Momo. I have brought him back home so McMac knows. I am going to take a lock of his hair for keepsakes...The vet said that it was probably some kind of cancerous growth in his throat that stopped him swallowing...
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I am so sorry for your loss, rest in peace little Momo :(
 
Oh no, I'm so sorry :(

You've been so brave and an inspiration. You absolutely did your best for little Momo and nobody could do any better than that. I know you're going through such an awful time but I hope that you find some consolation in what the Vet said, so you know that it was just one of those tragic things which unfortunately just happens and no-one is to blame. You really did everything you could and Momo put up such a brave fight but it was obviously just all too much.

I'm so sad that it has ended this way but Momo isn't suffering and I'm sure he had a wonderful life with you. He was clearly loved and you must have wonderful memories to cherish. It will get easier in time, I promise.

I hope that McMac adjusts well. He might need extra hugs but I'm sure you'll do that anyway.

Sleep tight little Momo x
 
Crying with You

I am so sorry,I was worrying about you both all day yesterday and we had no internet connection,have just come on and read you post.Momo was lucky to have such a loving mum - sending you and Mcmac big hugs

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So sorry, we have all been there and know how much it hurts. You did your absolute best and most importantly you gave him a lovely life. Be proud of yourself.

Run Free Sweet MoMo

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Thankyou everyone. I had a long cuddle with McMac and I needed a nap because my head was hurting so badly. They told me it is just one of those things and not to blame myself. I do miss him. McMac seems to be coping well. I showed Momo to him but I don't think he quite knew what was happening. He kept sniffing and licking where I had last cuddled Momo. I am glad I was able to get plenty of pictures of him. He was such a little poser. I try not to think about it too much as its still quite upsetting. Love you Momo x
 
So sorry

I am so sorry to hear Momo didnt make it.

You did the very best for him, so dont ever think you didnt.

I lost my piggie just under 2 weeks ago. She had to have an operation and was more serious than the vet first thought and didnt make it, but i know in my heart that i did the right thing by trying my very best to make her better, but sadly it wasnt to be.

I know how you are feeling. Try and be positive, and think of all the good times you had with him.

Big hugs to you and Mcmac:rose xx
 
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