Jannet Talbott, a devoted animal lover living on a rural ranch in Alberta, Canada, has a special gift for caring for the creatures that inhabit her property. Her latest rescue mission involved a squirrel with a massive tooth growing out of its mouth, threatening its very survival.
While watching the squirrel enjoy a snack from her bird feeder, Jannet noticed something unusual on its face. As she got closer, she was shocked to see a giant tooth protruding from the squirrel’s mouth. She knew she had to act fast to save the little creature.
Squirrels’ front teeth never stop growing, but constant gnawing on nuts and seeds usually keeps them trimmed. However, this squirrel’s tooth had grown uncontrollably, posing a significant threat to its eye and overall health. Jannet suspected that the squirrel was living on powdered bird food, as it couldn’t chew on anything else.
Here’s what Janett used to trim Bucky’s teeth – a cuticle trimmer. And yes, that is one of the squirrel’s teeth beside it. #sabretoothsquirrel pic.twitter.com/3Kn50AAtpn
— Sarah Ryan (@SarahRyanYEG) June 16, 2018
Determined to help the squirrel, Jannet carefully caught it and examined its mouth. She was shocked to find that the squirrel’s upper incisors were curled around and growing inside its mouth, causing immense discomfort. With the help of YouTube instructional videos, Jannet bravely trimmed the squirrel’s teeth using cuticle trimmers.
The procedure was a success, and the squirrel, now named Bucky, was finally able to eat and live comfortably. Jannet’s selfless act has inspired many, and she hopes that her story will encourage others to help animals in need.
As Jannet reflects on her experience, she emphasizes the importance of compassion and kindness towards all living creatures. Her bravery and quick thinking have given Bucky a second chance at life, and their heartwarming story is a testament to the power of animal-human connections.
