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Post by newpig on Oct 16, 2008 12:48:09 GMT
all crossed her for Squeekie and hoping all goes well with the visit. xx
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Post by breezy2 on Oct 16, 2008 13:11:05 GMT
Poor Squeekie. Get well soon!
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Post by Janet on Oct 16, 2008 13:21:02 GMT
Oh dear Professor Higgins  I will be watching Mum's thread for updates. I do wish you the best and a speedy recovery. |
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Post by Val Amirault-Vale on Oct 16, 2008 13:29:42 GMT
Good luck at the vets today Squeekie. I'm sorry that you are not feeling yourself. Hope you do soon. |
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Post by mimi1987 on Oct 16, 2008 15:27:13 GMT
oh poor squeekie good luck clover, let us know how it goes. fingers and piggy paws crossed for you both!
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Post by Clover on Oct 16, 2008 17:05:09 GMT
Thanks so much everyone and Squeekie says thank you too. My vet Molly couldn't find anything particular that would be troubling Squeekie but his teeth might have a question mark over them. Squeekie did have a molar spur a few years ago which was treated. Because his appetite is down, Molly has given me some Maxolon to keep his tum going plus Metacam. He has been nibbling his hay which is good but hasn't showed alot of interest in his pellets. I'm now supplementing his diet with Critical Care and I'm to monitor his weight everyday. The good news is Squeekies heart seems ok and he is pooping and passing urine. If Squeekie looses weight or he isn't eager to eat his pellets or any hard veg like carrot, then he'll have to have an x-ray. I gave Molly one of Karens restraint bags kdaf.co.uk/GP-RestraintBags.aspx and she was really pleased with it and of course she will use it for Squeekie if needed. I'm sure he won't mind it being a lovely shade of pink. As I've mentioned Molly many times, here is a photo of Molly with Squeekie, taken this afternoon   and a couple of pics of Squeekie at home, ready to have some CC.   Hes now back with his Beatrix and after helping himself to a drink, hes having a nap. |
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Post by Val Amirault-Vale on Oct 16, 2008 17:32:48 GMT
 I'm so pleased that Molly did not find anything wrong with Squeekie. That's good, right?...or are you still rather worried? I hope that Squeekie is just being in a strange mood and that has caused his routine to change. I will keep my fingers crossed and hope he will not need an xray. Squeekie looks ever so charming and just as hamsome as ever although I'm sure he is tuckered out from the trip to the vets. It's nice to finally meet Molly too! She even looks like a warm caring person! I bet she is a terrific vet!  My best friend Patty just adopted a new dog for her kids, Andy and Victoria and they named her MOLLY! Molly Polly to be exact. 
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Post by breezy2 on Oct 16, 2008 20:03:03 GMT
Hmmm, they should make those restraint bags that their nails just stick out, so you can clip nails easier. lol I never saw them before, but they are a great idea for xrays.
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Post by 3piggles on Oct 16, 2008 22:25:14 GMT
Oh, that's so good to here. At least you know it's not a systemic problem that could become much worse. Yippee!!!!  Just don't let Arnold Schwartzenegger know about him being in a pink bag, or he'll call Squeekie a Girliepig!!! |
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Post by Pigjes on Oct 17, 2008 7:06:01 GMT
I'm glad Squeekie is OK!! |
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Post by donna on Oct 17, 2008 8:07:04 GMT
I am glad that Squeekie has a strong heart and he is pooping and urinating okay. I am sure the medication will help him get back on track and with the CC and your care Clover, he will be back to his old self in no time at all. Get well soon Squeekie Boy. x
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Post by Bean on Oct 17, 2008 8:23:39 GMT
Sorry to hear Squeekie's not been himself, Jackie. I hope his appetite and energy levels pick up soon with the Maxalon, Metacam and extra tlc xx
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Post by newpig on Oct 17, 2008 8:48:24 GMT
Just wanted to say more of the same Jackie. Glad all went well at the vet and hope the drugs help pick Squeekie up a bit.
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Post by Clover on Oct 18, 2008 8:07:30 GMT
Thanks so much everyone. Squeekie is doing much better. He's now tucking into his pellets but not so much his carrot so will keep a very close eye on his eating habits. He's a good weight and is staying stable. I'm still giving him a little CC but hes mainly eating on his own. Squeekies energy levels have gone back to normal, he dose sleep alot being a senior guinea pig but Thursaday morning he was resting after only 30 seconds of being out with Beatrix. He was also facing a corner which is another sign, but thankfully he isn't doing that now. Just don't let Arnold Schwartzenegger know about him being in a pink bag, or he'll call Squeekie a Girliepig!!! Lol Some people call Squeekie a girl, its his pretty face bless him lol |
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Post by newpig on Oct 18, 2008 10:19:52 GMT
Good to hear he seems more himself again and hope he is tucking into his carrots happily again soon.
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Post by Bean on Oct 18, 2008 12:01:26 GMT
That's really good news, that Squeekie has perked up so much. I really hope it continues xx
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Post by Clover on Oct 18, 2008 15:17:49 GMT
Thanks Lesa and Treen.
Squeekie is loving his meds and even tugs on the syringes lol Then Beatrix tries licking any speck he's missed ;D
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Post by Val Amirault-Vale on Oct 18, 2008 17:49:03 GMT
Aw that is cute. Beatrix wants to be special too and not get left out on something tasty. lol |
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Post by 3piggles on Oct 18, 2008 21:00:29 GMT
Ah, another medsaholic. Zippy love meds through the syringe. HE likes anything through the syringe, lol. Getting him to take meds is not a problem.
I'm so glad Squeekie is back to normal. It's always such a relief!!!
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Post by butty1265 on Oct 20, 2008 12:27:44 GMT
aw you have some nice guinea pigs
i love guinea pigs
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I will be watching Mum's thread for updates. I do wish you the best and a speedy recovery.
I'm so pleased that Molly did not find anything wrong with Squeekie. 
My best friend Patty just adopted a new dog for her kids, Andy and Victoria and they named her MOLLY! Molly Polly to be exact. 
