Hazel&Olive
New Born Pup
Hi,
Last night I noticed my guinea pig Hazel choke on some food, she was gagging for a couple hours afterwards almost as if she was struggling to dislodge it. The gagging had stopped by this morning but she was still off her food so I’ve taken her to the vets.
They have said her back teeth are overgrown and have some spurs which is making it uncomfortable for her to eat, and have recommended she has a procedure to sort them out. I was so upset and in shock I didn’t ask many questions and just agreed to bring her back on Monday (the soonest their exotic specialist is available)
Has anyone been through this with their guinea pig before? I’m just wondering what to expect. I’m guessing she’ll have a general anaesthetic, is that right? They said she could go home the same day. I’ve got pain relief and critical care to give her over the weekend. How long will it take her to recover after the op?
Also, I know it’s not about the cost at all and will do anything to help her, but I’ve been quoted around £300, does that sound right? That’s on top of the £70 I’ve paid tonight for check up, pain relief and food.
Last night I noticed my guinea pig Hazel choke on some food, she was gagging for a couple hours afterwards almost as if she was struggling to dislodge it. The gagging had stopped by this morning but she was still off her food so I’ve taken her to the vets.
They have said her back teeth are overgrown and have some spurs which is making it uncomfortable for her to eat, and have recommended she has a procedure to sort them out. I was so upset and in shock I didn’t ask many questions and just agreed to bring her back on Monday (the soonest their exotic specialist is available)
Has anyone been through this with their guinea pig before? I’m just wondering what to expect. I’m guessing she’ll have a general anaesthetic, is that right? They said she could go home the same day. I’ve got pain relief and critical care to give her over the weekend. How long will it take her to recover after the op?
Also, I know it’s not about the cost at all and will do anything to help her, but I’ve been quoted around £300, does that sound right? That’s on top of the £70 I’ve paid tonight for check up, pain relief and food.