Please someone help us

[furryfriends (TEAS)]

Ok. Even if he has to go under?

Dental work is normally done without anaesthetic x

 

[Bradshaw Piggies]

I can't answer that question. Kim filed Meg's teeth and prescribed her Metacam as she found that Meg had arthritis in her back like her brother Christian.

So is Kim just as experienced as Simon then?

 

[Betsy]

She is very good and one of the best piggy vets in the Country.

 

[furryfriends (TEAS)]

So is Kim just as experienced as Simon then?

Yes she’s really good too!

 

[Bradshaw Piggies]

Wow, Kim and Simon where amazing! No one has talked to me in so much depth about his teeth before. He’s had them done and we are to re-visit in 2 weeks for another dental. There could be other issues going on (like a neurological issue with swallowing)but we will only know if we deal with the teeth first. Simon was there doing his teeth too. He also was trying feed him for me afterwards. You were all right, Kim and Simon are amazing!

my biggest worry is she said about not syringe feeding over the next couple of days and encouraging him to chew so that the teeth don’t grow back right away. Just to try force the fibrous food into his mouth.
But he’s so so thin already, I worry if I don’t step in with syringe feeding if he doesn’t eat, that he’ll not make it?

 

[furryfriends (TEAS)]

You must syringe feed too. I find syringing about 10 mls and then offering some normal food is the best way to go.

 

[Bradshaw Piggies]

You must syringe feeding too. I find syringing about 10 mls and then offering some normal food is the best way to go.

Ok, still aiming for the 120mls per 24 hours or not?

 

[furryfriends (TEAS)]

Ok, still aiming for the 120mls per 24 hours or not?

Initially yes! Be guided by your piggy. If he eats well, then you can syringe feed less. If you’d like a chat later, I can give you some advice on the best ways to encourage eating. There isn’t a one size fits all, but I’ve dealt with so many, I’ve found so many different ways to try xx

 

[LucyP]

Glad you got seen! Well done, you’re doing great. It’s so hard.

When Winnie was struggling to take critical care we tried her on emeraid following advice on here and she lapped it up, just in case that’s helpful for future reference for you or anyone else. I appreciate that’s not helpful today as you may need to order online, I’m not sure.

Keep up the good work and keep us posted- keeping everything crossed for you both.

 

[Bradshaw Piggies]

Initially yes! Be guided by your piggy. If he eats well, then you can syringe feed less. If you’d like a chat later, I can give you some advice on the best ways to encourage eating. There isn’t a one size fits all, but I’ve dealt with so many, I’ve found so many different ways to try xx

Thank you so much, would definitely love a chat for ideas as I’m desperate to get him chewing. But he still only wants watermelon so far xx

 

[Claire W]

I’m glad you have got him seen and I hope he starts to eat soon x

 

[furryfriends (TEAS)]

They lose confidence in eating, so it can take a while for them to want to eat. Message me your phone no and I’ll ring you this evening xx

 

[Betsy]

They lose confidence in eating, so it can take a while for them to want to eat. Message me your phone no and I’ll ring you this evening xx

Debbie was really helpful in helping me to encourage Meg to start eating again. She really is very good!

 

[Bradshaw Piggies]

There’s definitely some improvement. He’s happier and excited for food time again. Problem is, he’s only excited for recovery food!

 

[Zanzan]

Well at least it's food! And more substantial than watermelon! Keep going Odin!

 

[Eddie & Elvis]

I hope he starts eating for himself again soon x

 

[Bill & Ted]

Sometimes their little mouths are quite sore with the tooth spurs digging into the cheeks or tongues so keep offering small pieces or sticks of food and then top him up with syringe food afterwards. He will gain more confidence once he starts eating little bits and over time will start eating hay. You could try and offer porridge oats, they are great fillers, beetroot sticks from Bistro Salad bags too? Soft grass? Grated sweet potato/carrot?

 

[Bradshaw Piggies]

Thank you all so much. I’m overwhelmed by the support from everyone on here. I’ve also just had a lovely chat with the amazing Debbie from TEAS. I’m feeling much more positive and I’m on a mission to build up Odin’s strength again.
I honestly can’t thank you all enough and I’m so glad I found the forum.
Thank you and love from me and my piggie squad (Odin, Stark, Thor, Loki, Rocket and Banner)

 

[furryfriends (TEAS)]

Thank you all so much. I’m overwhelmed by the support from everyone on here. I’ve also just had a lovely chat with the amazing Debbie from TEAS. I’m feeling much more positive and I’m on a mission to build up Odin’s strength again.
I honestly can’t thank you all enough and I’m so glad I found the forum.
Thank you and love from me and my piggie squad (Odin, Stark, Thor, Loki, Rocket and Banner)

You’re doing an amazing job with Odin! I really hope the little fella will soon be tucking into his food xx

 

[Pigoles]

I'm really glad you are feeling more positive! Fingers crossed for Odin x

 

[munchmonster]

You've really been through the mill lately! Good on you for trying so hard for Odin, with the worry, sleepless nights, etc. Sending you lots of hugs to pass on to Odin. Fingers crossed that he now goes from strength to strength. x

 

[Guinea Slave]

Wow, I started to read this thread fearing the worse. I am so pleased the results have been so positive. What a little fighter Odin is and how wonderful you are in supporting him. Sending mega healing vibes. Xx

 

[Bradshaw Piggies]

Update. I just got home and Odin is eating everything he can get hold of!
but we now seem to have a bulging eye! (Out of nowhere, has just erupted). Plus side, he can’t get enough food. But now I’m panicking about his eye!

 

[furryfriends (TEAS)]

Two steps forward and one back! These piggies like to make us worry, but focus on the positives! He's eating, he's clearly feeling better in himself, so he's come a long way already. One more problem to overcome, but he can do it!

 

[Merab]

Just read this thread - what a rollercoaster for you.
Odin is a very lucky piggy to have such a loving and dedicated slave.
Holding you in my heart

 

[Bill & Ted]

So glad he is eating now x
ring up about his eye tomorrow

 

[Betsy]

It's such a relief when they realise it doesn't hurt to eat any more. Well done you for looking after Odin so well! You have done an incredible job. Keep on munching Odin! Let's hope the eye is OK.

 

[Mye_B]

Just come across this thread. Oh my goodness, what a rollercoaster you’ve been on but I’m so happy to hear Odin is doing well! You’ve done a fantastic job taking care of him and rebuilding his strength. Hope his eye is ok! And hope you’re able to get some rest tonight.
M

 

[Bradshaw Piggies]

Thank you all. He’s quite happy at the moment. Eating kale, mashed nuggets, cucumber and his melon. He was wolfing down his syringe feed and nearly jumped in the mixing bowl head first!
I will ring Simon and Kim first thing in the morning to see if he just needs antibiotics for the eye. He’s had his metacam tonight, and must be more comfortable to be eating more.
Will keep you all posted. Thank you so much for the lovely comments. I wanted to cry when I saw him eating away by himself! It’s been hell the last few weeks.
Because he’s just eaten so much now, I’m hoping to be able to get some sleep myself tonight (first time in days)

 

[Zanzan]

I was just writing to ask if that means you won't have to do feeds tonight! You can have a well deserved rest