Dental problems
Dental problems are a major health issue for degus. They suffer from a problem called open root which is caused by the back teeth growing inside the mouth and upward towards the eye sockets and through the jaw. It’s advisable to feed your degu fibre and provide a wooden block in your pet’s cage to wear down their continuously growing teeth. If teeth don’t get worn down enough this can cause drooling, pawing of face and lack of appetite. For further information, contact your vet.
