
06/18/2025
Did You Know?! đ¤
âGuinea pigs have 20 teeth, including four incisors (front teeth), four premolars, and 12 molars. Their teeth are classified as âaradicular hypsodont,â which is a fancy way of saying they have high crowns and open roots that grow continuously throughout their lives, says Walter Merkerâ ().
What should guinea pig teeth look like?
âThe visible crown of a guinea pigâs teeth should be white, and the pre-molars and molars along the lower jaw should be angled slightly inward, while the teeth on the upper jaw are angled slightly outward, Dr. Merker explains. Your vet can teach you more about what looks normal for your pig.â
Read more guinea pig care tips from Dr. Merker on chewy.com!