I bought Kali from a pet store 1 mth ago. Trying to get a friend for my other pig, Mudslide. I have had them in seperate cages untill I felt Kali was healthy
and okay to meet Mudslide. 2 weeks ago I found a HUGE bump behind Kali's ear I took her to the vet right away and she had a really bad Absess so the Vet
drained it and she went on antibiotics. Her check up appt. was two Fridays ago and the Dr said she was healing and she could stop her Meds. All week long Kali
has seemed just fine. Last night I got home around 7pm and found little Kali laying in her cage not moving. I FREAKED out she was still breathing so my husband
and I rushed her to the Emergency vet. They said the infection from the absess must have gone into her spine and now she is having Neuro problems thats why she
can't move any of her body parts she just lays limp. Instead of putting her to sleep the only hope is to give her meds and liquified food for the next 2
days to see if she gets any improvment. It is so hard to see her laying there helpless I hope I have made the right choice, but I want her to make it more than
anything. Now here is were my story gets really off the wall..... my husband came home a couple hours ago and went to give her her food, he came out and told
me that we needed to get her to the vet b/c what looked like guts were coming out of her. I took a look closer and she had 3 baby fetus that she passed. now
how come 2 Dr's couldn't tell me this I was SHOCKED, she still lays limp and I have no idea what I should be doing at this point, the Emer Vet said to
keep giving her the meds and hope for the best. I'm so sad and I feel bad for my little one (she's only 13 wks old) I wish someone could help me save
my little Kali.
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The vet said we might have to put Kali to sleep
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Posts: 1601 11/11/07 06:39 PM |
Oh the poor little darling. Damn pet shops letting babies get pregnant. The meds she is already on are for infection arent they? I think she should keep being
dosed to fight the infection she probably has from the dead babies in her, for as long as possible. Pigs need regular food to stop their body shutting down. So
please syringe a small quantity (if that is all she can manage) of watery, mushy pellets into her every few hours. Or Critical Care if you have it. Hopefully
she is still pooping. That will be an indicator of her health. Leave hay next to her head so she can chew it if she wants. Make sure her environment is warm.
If you want more details on effective med dosage go to Guinealynx page. They are expert on pig illnesses. Those doctors should give you your money back! Please keep us informed. So sad for your baby. |
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MonicaLucero |
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Posts: 2 11/11/07 08:03 PM |
thank u for taking the time to give me some advice my husband and I are at home trying all we can she is on Critical Care that the Emer vet made for her I will
go put hay by her now, it's hard to deal with this type of thing I feel like we are just watching her die slowly but we are trying to do all we can thank
you again
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Posts: 4114 11/12/07 07:27 AM Moderator |
There are many stories of people thinking their pig is pregnant and its not, and just as many of the surprise births, that take *everyone* by surprise. Short
of an xray or ultrasound, the only way to tell if a pig is pregnant (other than if they're active the week before they're due) is when the pig gives
birth.
I am very sorry you're dealing with all of the issues you are with her! What meds has she been on so far? Names and doses would be very helpful. there are some antibiotics that are harmful to guinea pigs, and others that aren't tolerated well. She may be having a reaction to the meds, as well as to everything else. Sounds like she's been through a rough time in her short life so far. Edit to say - I just saw your post on GL. You'll get the best advice from that site simply because there are more medical experts on site than on this. Good luck with her!
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Posts: 1601 11/14/07 12:01 AM |
keeping Kali in our thoughts.
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Posts: 24 11/14/07 07:20 PM |
Is she doing any better?
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Posts: 1601 11/19/07 08:09 PM |
Hi, for those who are wondering, i went onto GL to check, and Kali appears to be pulling through!
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