10.5 y/o Willow is having his FIRST teeth trim
After 10 1/2 years, Willow (Eastern Fox), who typically kept his teeth well-manicured on various antlers, fruit branches, and an occasional chair leg, seems to have allowed his teeth to grow. I'll know more after our mobile vet visit tomorrow. For those in the Los Angeles area, I found a wildlife mobile veterinarian: Dr. Christopher Cauble. He really loves working with wildlife and provides services for local wildlife rehabilitation centers.
I am a nervous wreck! Willow lives free in my home (has never been caged) and has never been manhandled
I will be a nervous wreck until this procedure is completed tomorrow as I am terrified that he'll have a heart attack being restrained for the first time in his life.
He began having difficulty eating some of his favorite foods - that's how I realized there was an issue. At first, I tried to encourage him to chew his antlers, but I think his teeth were just too long by this point and while he still has a good appetite (for soft foods), he quickly lost his chub, and within days appeared skinny for the first time in his life. Immediately, I went on the hunt for the right vet and found Dr. Cauble. I hope he is everything I believe he will be and I will update here after the procedure is complete. In the meanwhile, I am just sick to my stomach. I can't wait for this to be done and over with.
No advice requested... I am simply posting for others who may go through this in the future, but if anyone has any words of wisdom or something to add, please do. I will let you all know how things go and my also experience with Dr. Cauble.
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