Why did my guinea pig's top teeth fall out? Is it old age or injury?

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My guinea pig's 2 top teeth hv fallen out. I give her fresh hay, water, lettuce/veggies and pellets every day. I also give her a vitamin c tablet everyday. I dont know what im doing wrong!! Could this be a sign of old age? Pet's info: Small Animal | Guinea Pig | Female | 3 lbs

Todd Cecil · Accepted Answer

Thanks for reaching out about Skittles. Typically this is due to trauma, either getting dropped or cribbing. Cribbing is when the animal chews on the bars of the cage and pull backwards, cracking the teeth. The enamel, which provides strength to the teeth, is thick in the front but thin on the back side. The grabbing the bars and pulling backward,the teeth crack and fall out. The good new, guinea pig teeth grow throughout life and likely with re-appear. Monitor the length of the lower incisors so these don't get too long. If they do, a veterinary visit for grinding is recommended. Offer food cut small, to allow apprehension. Guinea pigs have cheek teeth (premolars and molars) so should still be able to chew food. Good luck.

Why did my guinea pig's top teeth fall out? Is it old age or injury?

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