Ted’s stopped eating - a terrible week

[DMS260820]

I’ll try them, that’s a good idea, they always used to get peelings

Or even better, try grating veg. But saying that.. You probably want him to try and put a little effort in and work your way down easier and easier.

I managed to keep a boar eating that wouldn't eat anything, for a whole month by using picked grass and critical care and mushed nuggets. He did pass away, but he had 3 bladder stones. Nothing related to Ted. But he did have a broken 2 front tooth

 

[Betsy]

Stink eye or what! More gunk on me an in him!
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Do you want me to send Betsy down to give him lessons on syringe feeding? She polished off 16ml in precisely 2 mins! Talk about speed feeding!

 

[Piggylove82]

Do you want me to send Betsy down to give him lessons on syringe feeding? She polished off 16ml in precisely 2 mins! Talk about speed feeding!

Betsy is such a good girl

 

[Bill & Ted]

Or even better, try grating veg. But saying that.. You probably want him to try and put a little effort in and work your way down easier and easier.

I managed to keep a boar eating that wouldn't eat anything, for a whole month by using picked grass and critical care and mushed nuggets. He did pass away, but he had 3 bladder stones. Nothing related to Ted. But he did have a broken 2 front tooth

Aw, you did well! I’ve have been here before and quite honestly didn’t expect to have to go through it again with ill informed vets, but anyway yes I will try grating again, he just looked at the last lot on Thursday. The more I try the more I’ll Crack it!

 

[Bill & Ted]

Do you want me to send Betsy down to give him lessons on syringe feeding? She polished off 16ml in precisely 2 mins! Talk about speed feeding!

Wow, that’s great, so glad she’s doing so well. I think we just need time to grow and heal atm x

 

[DMS260820]

Aw, you did well! I’ve have been here before and quite honestly didn’t expect to have to go through it again with ill informed vets, but anyway yes I will try grating again, he just looked at the last lot on Thursday. The more I try the more I’ll Crack it!

It was the worst month of have a Guinea pig of my whole time having them. Was working long shift and syringe feeding evening into early hours, and living off of fast food for a whole October.

 

[alpacasqueak]

So glad Ted’s doing a bit better today Keep munching gorgeous boy! xx
That pic of the girls Such beauties x

 

[David Piggie Lover]

I hope this helps.
I had a poorly piggie. . Cocoa. she had mouth cancer and at the end (she was a fighter) she was a love and because the cancer was in the mouth I cut her food into match shape pieces and she managed to eat
She went crazy for Beetroot I know it's not good to give too much but her time was limited and she loves it.

 

[Bill & Ted]

I hope this helps.
I had a poorly piggie. . Cocoa. she had mouth cancer and at the end (she was a fighter) she was a love and because the cancer was in the mouth I cut her food into match shape pieces and she managed to eat
She went crazy for Beetroot I know it's not good to give too much but her time was limited and she loves it. View attachment 139248

I remember her well Dave, she was a little Poppet x I will do more matchsticks tonight x

 

[David Piggie Lover]

I remember her well Dave, she was a little Poppet x I will do more matchsticks tonight x

thank you. I stoped looking after a while as I miss them 3

I remember her well Dave, she was a little Poppet x I will do more matchsticks tonight x

You tell Ted that Dave and Cocoa love him
xx

 

[Rivervixen]

Lovely to hear that ted is munching a little keep going ted you got two lovely ladies cheering you on x

 

[alpacasqueak]

And a blooming amazing owner too!

 

[Alisa3114]

C'mon Ted get eating to get your strength up, you will need it when your girls finally join you

 

[Bill & Ted]

Well he’s just had a 15 mls and he’ll have another later tonight so he’s doing ok. tried him with grated carrot but shown no interest, but tomorrows Another day!

 

[Piggylove82]

Well he’s just had a 15 mls and he’ll have another later tonight so he’s doing ok. tried him with grated carrot but shown no interest, but tomorrows Another day!

That's the spirit. Don't give up x

 

[Betsy]

Well he’s just had a 15 mls and he’ll have another later tonight so he’s doing ok. tried him with grated carrot but shown no interest, but tomorrows Another day!

Betsy has just had 15mls too. Go for it Ted. We are all rooting for you! We know your moufy is sore and your front teefies are too short but you must eat to help you get better! Not long now and you can meet your beautiful girlies next door.

 

[VickiA]

Wow, great big feeds Ted and Betsy.

 

[anyar.dris]

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He’s just had 5 sticks of apple from OH so that’s an improvement

That's what hubby and I always do whenever we have dental piggies. Every veg they eat will be cut in strips and entice them to eat it alongside the CC. We also have grass and dandelions. Every feeding time, while the piggy is on my lap, there would be a bowl of veggie strips, grass, pellets, and hay/redi grass beside me so I can let him/her try which ones are easier for them to get in their mouth and eat.

 

[DM090820]

It feels like I've known them both for so long now, that I does feel like I'm waiting at the bedside of an old friend. I wish Ted the best, I will be hovering around this thread, he'll be fine, I'm sure.

Big hugs,

Reece.

 

[Bill & Ted]

Aw, many thanks everyone. Ted is bright as usual, tried he’s had a good syringe feed but still not taken to matchstick veggie I’m trying to tempt him with, he’ll know when he’s ready x

 

[Bill & Ted]

Been out for a walk and got some lush grass and dandelions. Cut up small, Ted was Immediately interested and came straight out of his box. I’ve left him too it, he is definitely mouth the grass and he looks like he is chewing so fingers crossed. I will check what he’s had later as if I try to help or intervene he will slope off and sulk

 

[Piggylove82]

Been out for a walk and got some lush grass and dandelions. Cut up small, Ted was Immediately interested and came straight out of his box. I’ve left him too it, he is definitely mouth the grass and he looks like he is chewing so fingers crossed. I will check what he’s had later as if I try to help or intervene he will slope off and sulk

That's great news! C'mon Ted

 

[Posyrose]

Been out for a walk and got some lush grass and dandelions. Cut up small, Ted was Immediately interested and came straight out of his box. I’ve left him too it, he is definitely mouth the grass and he looks like he is chewing so fingers crossed. I will check what he’s had later as if I try to help or intervene he will slope off and sulk

Come on Ted, eat your greens.

 

[Piggylove82]

How's handsome Ted doing?

 

[DMS260820]

Been out for a walk and got some lush grass and dandelions. Cut up small, Ted was Immediately interested and came straight out of his box. I’ve left him too it, he is definitely mouth the grass and he looks like he is chewing so fingers crossed. I will check what he’s had later as if I try to help or intervene he will slope off and sulk

Good old grass. Has done the trick with past sick pigs of mine

 

[Bill & Ted]

How's handsome Ted doing?

Aw, thanks for asking, about the same, no improvement with eating veggies or grass. he’s getting Critical Care, banana, a few oats but has really lost his confidence to eat. he can’t pick up food and take it down to this pre-molars, just hoping they’ll meet up soon and he will then get chomping

 

[Piggylove82]

Aw, thanks for asking, about the same, no improvement with eating veggies or grass. he’s getting Critical Care, banana, a few oats but has really lost his confidence to eat. he can’t pick up food and take it down to this pre-molars, just hoping they’ll meet up soon and he will then get chomping

Aww. It must be so frustrating for him. He's a lovely boy. Frustrating for you too because you love him so much and just want him back to normal. I've never had any teeth issues with any of my pigs, I don't know how I'd cope. Most likely I'd just come here and pick everyone's brains.

You're doing a brilliant job for Ted. I hope each day brings you one step nearer to being back to normal x

 

[Bill & Ted]

Aww. It must be so frustrating for him. He's a lovely boy. Frustrating for you too because you love him so much and just want him back to normal. I've never had any teeth issues with any of my pigs, I don't know how I'd cope. Most likely I'd just come here and pick everyone's brains.

You're doing a brilliant job for Ted. I hope each day brings you one step nearer to being back to normal x

Thanks so much for all your support everyone. I think it’s just a waiting game atm and trying to get as much down him as I can. I’m feeling exhausted with the feeds that aren’t really appreciated ☹

 

[Piggylove82]

Thanks so much for all your support everyone. I think it’s just a waiting game atm and trying to get as much down him as I can. I’m feeling exhausted with the feeds that aren’t really appreciated ☹

Well we all appreciate everything you are doing for Ted, even if he's a bit proud to admit the same right now x

 

[Betsy]

It is exhausting syringe feeding a piggy. Its the night feeds that are the worst. You are just so damn tired that everthing seems an enormous struggle. Keep going you are doing well.