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Teeth & Toenails
Alpacas' teeth and toenails are constantly growing! That means keeping these trimmed is critical to overall well-being.
Why trim alpaca teeth?
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Alpacas have continuously growing teeth, and regular trimming is necessary to prevent dental issues.
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​Overgrown teeth can lead to malocclusion, difficulty eating, weight loss, and other health problems.
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​Male alpacas' fighting teeth are designed to castrate other males. Trimming fighting teeth prevents injury to males that are kept together.
Tooth-o-matic demonstration
How does TopKnot trim teeth and toenails?
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Care and attention-to-detail
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Precision tools like our special version of the "Tooth-O-Matic"
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Animals are gently laid down and secured during our appointments. This prevents potential injuries.

Why should toenails be trimmed regularly?
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Overgrown toenails can cause lameness, discomfort, and difficulty walking.
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Regular trimming prevents issues with gait and overall mobility.
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We suggest trimming both teeth and toenails bi-annually.
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Regular toenail-trimming is one of the reasons we now provide fall herd health checks!
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