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Sunflower Seed Stuck in Guinea Pigs Teeth2007-11-24 22:15:10

GOING TO THE VET IS NOT AN OPTION for me.

My guinea pig has a fairly large, unshelled sunflower seed stuck between what appears to be its bottom teeth and bottom lip. She has also been making whimpering noises. I tried to touch the area so I could try to get rid of the sunflower seed, but she keeps moving, ducking her head and hiding her mouth from me.

Does anyone know if its possible to trance a guinea pig, or otherwise get it to hold still without scratching me to death or scaring her too badly?

Any advice appreciated!

Answers:

I'm sure if it's hurting it it will remove it itself. you could try massaging the lip upwards to try to get it to move.but guinea pigs often bite.a hamster would be totally different.and I only have experience with my hamsters...sorry.

you could always call one and ask what to do...that's free!

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Spend the 30-50 bucks and take it to the vet...geez

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Why is going to the vet not an option? it sounds like its the ONLY option to be honest.

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Just get one person with gloves on to hold her down and hold her mouth open while you try and pry it out with a toothpick. You will need to be very forceful to prevent her from squirming. Otherwise you will need anestesia and a vet visit.

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Try and brush his teeth or if you know any experts who could do it ask them.

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try giving your guinea pig fruit or other food ...it might help loosen to seed

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I think your best option would be to call your vet they may have a better Idea. She may get infection in her gums, If that's the case it will cost you alto more.

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If you can't afford a vet, you need to rehome your guinea pig with someone who can. There's no excuse for letting your pig suffer pain when a vet could easily take the shell out.