The_Dutchess
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Yesterday morning I went to feed my favorite buck (of course it's the best buck I own) and he was not eating. He has a history of digestive problems so I gave him 2 papaya enzyme tablets (GNC brand) and gave him some ProBios. He wasn't drinking so I force fed him water, than dissolved pellets in water and added a bit of ACV and syringe fed him that as well. But now I'm confused, because he ate one dandelion leaf, and he showed great enthusiasm towards carrot slices. However, he grinds his teeth a lot when he's eating and something just doesn't seem right there. He can't chew on a whole carrot. He tries and just gets really tiny chunks off. So I'm wondering if it's a tooth problem or a digestive problem? He is lethargic as well. I have given him hay and dandelion greens, grass, pineapple, oats, spinach, lettuce, carrot... He won't touch anything unless I shove it in his face.
I just really hope he pulls through. So far he's won me best of breed every time I put him on the table. He's just such a sweetie. Normally I wouldn't consider veterinary care unless it was absolutely necessary, but I'm seriously considering calling my vet. The only problem is, it's the weekend, and I can't afford emergency care. What would you do for him at this point?
I just really hope he pulls through. So far he's won me best of breed every time I put him on the table. He's just such a sweetie. Normally I wouldn't consider veterinary care unless it was absolutely necessary, but I'm seriously considering calling my vet. The only problem is, it's the weekend, and I can't afford emergency care. What would you do for him at this point?