Pip, Dwarf Hamster & MBD.

[Katherine]

I wanted to update the progress of Pip in his treatment for MBD. This is a crucial period for him in his treatment plan. His thread, "Dwarf Hamster Needs Help" was in "Non-life Threatening". I'm sorry, but I don't know how to link. When we saw his vet on April 23, his bone growth was excellent, as per x-ray. Vet then reduced his daily calcium intake to 200mg/day from 225mg. every 3 hrs, through April 30. Pip had no negative reaction and so, yesterday, the vet had me take his daily intake of calcium down to 175mg every 4 hrs. This is what makes this period critical because we have to see if his blood level will be sustained at a lower dose, but especially with less frequency. If it can't be sustained, this may trigger a relapse but this must be done to bring down his calcium intake. Please pray for Pip. Thank you.

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

:wave123 Hi Katherine,

Sending lots of best wishes to the wonderful Pip. He has come so far thanks to your dedicated care.

Solitaire says "Hi Pip!!!".:wave123

Heather.

[Bravo]

The Pipster's come a long way, he's doing his best and there's every reason to believe that the little engineer will keep on tunneling and enjoying his new life. :grouphug

[4skwerlz]

If you'd like to read more about Pip's MBD and treatment, here is the link to Pip's other thread.

http://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21497

[gs1]

:grouphug :thumbsup :grouphug

wait and see time....but there is every hope and prayer for him...:)

[Katherine]

:wave123 Hi Katherine,

Sending lots of best wishes to the wonderful Pip. He has come so far thanks to your dedicated care.

Solitaire says "Hi Pip!!!".:wave123

Heather.
Hi Heather. Thanks for your continued support & good wishes for Pip. Of course, he is always staring at Solitaire's picture and I don't blame him-she's a beauty:multi

[Katherine]

The Pipster's come a long way, he's doing his best and there's every reason to believe that the little engineer will keep on tunneling and enjoying his new life. :grouphug
Hi Bravo. The Pipster always looks forward to hearing from you. Tho this is a critical time for him, he is deeply devoted to tunnelling & getting his union card:crazy

[Katherine]

If you'd like to read more about Pip's MBD and treatment, here is the link to Pip's other thread.

http://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21497

Hi 4S. Thanks for putting in the link. Someday, I might understand how to do it:)

[Katherine]

:grouphug :thumbsup :grouphug

wait and see time....but there is every hope and prayer for him...:)
Thanks, gs. Yes, this is a crucial time for Pip. Hopefully, there will be a day when no animal has to suffer from MBD.

[Katherine]

Pip went thru Sat & Sun without a setback. His new schedule of 175mg calcium intake/day at a lesser frequency of every 4 hrs is what could trigger problems. His blood level must be able to adjust to this. So far, no twitches & his appetite is good. He's not lethargic. :thumbsup

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi Katherine,

That's wonderful news!!! :D :D

Solitaire says "Great news Pip! - keep recovering well".

Heather.

[Katherine]

Hi Katherine,

That's wonderful news!!! :D :D

Solitaire says "Great news Pip! - keep recovering well".

Heather.

Hi Heather & Solitaire. Thanks for the good wishes:wave123

[gs1]

:grouphug

yes, no mbd!!! everagain...

[Katherine]

:grouphug

yes, no mbd!!! everagain...

Hi gs. Thanks for thinking of Pip. So far no tremors during this important period of reduced calcium intake & less frequency:thumbsup

[Kelly Brady]

Go Pipster!!!!

You still need your red super hero cape. :alright.gif

Aunt Kelly is so bad. Now where is that sewing machine?

[island rehabber]

:wahoo:thumbsup:wahoo:thumbsup

[island rehabber]

Hi 4S. Thanks for putting in the link. Someday, I might understand how to do it:)

Thanx from me, too, 4skwerlz -- I promised Katherine I would post that link for her a few days ago but my computer problems sort of screwed that up and everything else I wanted to do.....:osnap :tilt

[Katherine]

Go Pipster!!!!

You still need your red super hero cape. :alright.gif

Aunt Kelly is so bad. Now where is that sewing machine?
Yes, Aunt Kelly, Pip has been asking for the "red super hero cape" you said you'd make. I told him::dono :dono :wave123

[Katherine]

Thanx from me, too, 4skwerlz -- I promised Katherine I would post that link for her a few days ago but my computer problems sort of screwed that up and everything else I wanted to do.....:osnap :tilt

4S..Thanks again:bowdown

IR. Is your computer 'feeling better":thinking

[island rehabber]

IR. Is your computer 'feeling better":thinking

Afraid not, K.....the fan inside must have "croaked", as Squerly suggested to me yesterday :D. I can only use it for 15-20 mins at a time....then it crashes. Paul put a thermometer on it and you wouldn't believe how fast it heats up.....I think a new one is in order. This is a 2005 Toshiba laptop....maybe it's time. :( :(

[Katherine]

Afraid not, K.....the fan inside must have "croaked", as Squerly suggested to me yesterday :D. I can only use it for 15-20 mins at a time....then it crashes. Paul put a thermometer on it and you wouldn't believe how fast it heats up.....I think a new one is in order. This is a 2005 Toshiba laptop....maybe it's time. :( :(

Yes, your laptap is like me....old & senile:osnap

[gs1]

pip!!!:thumbsup

IR... mine is also a toshiba laptop ... ??? and it heats up!!! i sit it on a fan thing that we bought for about $10 ...

i'm looking forward to seeing pip in his little red cape...:)

[Katherine]

pip!!!:thumbsup

IR... mine is also a toshiba laptop ... ??? and it heats up!!! i sit it on a fan thing that we bought for about $10 ...

i'm looking forward to seeing pip in his little red cape...:)


gs. Kelly also promised Pip a pair of shades. Would you pls. PM her and find out when he can expect cape & shades:dono :dono

[Katherine]

Pip has finished 4 full days on reduced calcium at less frequent intervals. He has had no twitching or other symptoms. So far, his blood level is adjusting to the change:) His cage paralysis has improved about 80%. Vet said this may be the extent of his recovery, but he's very active----tunnelling & shredding. He no longer has the lack of energy that has always been present. My prayer is that his blood level will hold & that our next vet app't on May 14, will show more bone growth.:thumbsup

[pappy1264]

That is great news! But he may very well have reached a sort of 'plateau' and his improvement now will be a more slow one but you have done AMAZING with this little one. But then, you have with any critter that has been blessed to find himself/herself in your care. Your love and devotion to them is a huge part of that. God bless you for all you do! Party time!!!!!:D

[island rehabber]

Good morning, Pip & Katherine! Hope you have lots of tunnelling and shredding plans on the agenda today.....can't beat an early start :crazy:thumbsup

[Katherine]

That is great news! But he may very well have reached a sort of 'plateau' and his improvement now will be a more slow one but you have done AMAZING with this little one. But then, you have with any critter that has been blessed to find himself/herself in your care. Your love and devotion to them is a huge part of that. God bless you for all you do! Party time!!!!!:D
Thanks pappy. Pip's comeback from MBD has been such a learning experience for me. It is such a terrible disease & tho, he is doing well, there is always the chnace of relapse. I hope that one day, MBD will be wiped out & no animal will have to be stricken by it.:wave123

[Katherine]

Good morning, Pip & Katherine! Hope you have lots of tunnelling and shredding plans on the agenda today.....can't beat an early start :crazy:thumbsup
Good morning to you, IR. How is your laptop doing today?

[island rehabber]

Ol' Toshiba is hanging in there, I think because the room is cool. (AC is cranking at $5/hr :osnap) I will go to Staples today and get one of those cooling pads.

As for MBD....you know it almost never, ever EVER occurs in the wild. It's a disease that human beings cause animals to develop in their care..... So, to CURE MBD we need smart vets and researchers, but to PREVENT MBD from happening in the first place we just need to get the word out to people, over and over and over until they get it. :thumbsup

[Katherine]

Pip has now begun his 2nd week on reduced calcium intake of 175mg/day every 4hrs, instead of 3hr. He has not had any setback. This is a critical time for him because we go back to vet next Fri. Hopefully, there will be more bone growth so vet can continue reducing both amount & frequency of calcium. Please pray for him. He has come a long way with his MBD.

[pappy1264]

He has to be the poster child for 'never give up'! God bless that little sweetie! Praying for nothing but good news!!

[Kelly Brady]

I just know it !!! Pip will have bone growth.

My wish for Pip is that someday he will have his wheel, so that his cute self can run, run, run.
It is what a hamster lives for :D

Since I work for an eyeglass lab, I have special ordered Pips sunglasses:crazy

As for the cape.... still looking for that sewing machine:thinking

[Bravo]

So far, no twitches & his appetite is good. He's not lethargic. :thumbsup

Tunneling gear... check.

Shades... check.

Cape... in progress. Check.

Union card... (small fuzzy frown) What's the holdup?

:wahoo :D

[Katherine]

He has to be the poster child for 'never give up'! God bless that little sweetie! Praying for nothing but good news!!

Thanks pappy. Pip is working hard to look good for Blueberry:Love_Icon

[Katherine]

I just know it !!! Pip will have bone growth.

My wish for Pip is that someday he will have his wheel, so that his cute self can run, run, run.
It is what a hamster lives for :D

Since I work for an eyeglass lab, I have special ordered Pips sunglasses:crazy

As for the cape.... still looking for that sewing machine:thinking

Thanks Kelly. His bones would have to improve a lot before a wheel....fragile bones could break. He's made up for it by becoming an expert tunneller (is that a word?) & shredder.
Have given him a progress report on cape & sunglasses. He's so excited...he wants to look "cool" for pappy's beautiful Blueberry:wahoo

[Katherine]

Tunneling gear... check.

Shades... check.

Cape... in progress. Check.

Union card... (small fuzzy frown) What's the holdup?

:wahoo :D

Hi Bravo. Pip's union card is held up in application back-log:thinking :thinking Probably due to budget cuts:multi :wave123

[island rehabber]

Hi Bravo. Pip's union card is held up in application back-log:thinking :thinking Probably due to budget cuts:multi :wave123

:rotflI hear the Sandhogs are hiring for that new subway extension in midtown....:D

[Katherine]

:rotflI hear the Sandhogs are hiring for that new subway extension in midtown....:D

Thanks IR.......Will start making calls 1st thing, tomorrow:wahoo

[Katherine]

Unfortunately, Pip had a series of twitches last night. I gave him the emergency 50mg calcium & they stopped. Looks like the reduced calcium & most probably the change in frequency to every 4 hrs, altered his blood level. I'm hoping this is not a permanent MBD setback.

[island rehabber]

Damn....c'mon Pipster, we're all praying for you :grouphug. Let's hope it's just a temporary setback. :(

[pappy1264]

This has happened other times with a change, and then he was fine, so keep the faith...he will be FINE!

[Katherine]

This has happened other times with a change, and then he was fine, so keep the faith...he will be FINE!
Thanks pappy. After pip's "emergency" calcium, he's been OK. Vet said this might happen & just continue with regular dosage. We go to the vet on Fri.

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi Katherine,

I'm sorry to hear that Pip has had a set-back, but am sure that he will bounce back and continue his fantastic recovery. He's done so well so far through your dedicated care.

Solitaire says "Hi Pip:wave123 - and no more worrying Katherine with twitches!!!:nono : Happy shredding!! :) "

Heather.

[Katherine]

Hi Katherine,

I'm sorry to hear that Pip has had a set-back, but am sure that he will bounce back and continue his fantastic recovery. He's done so well so far through your dedicated care.

Solitaire says "Hi Pip:wave123 - and no more worrying Katherine with twitches!!!:nono : Happy shredding!! :) "

Heather.

Hi Heather & Solitaire :wave123

Yes, the vet had said a drop in blood levels due to change might cause some twitching but Pip is OK. Hopefully, that will continue until Fri, so there can be a further decrease in calcium intake. Thanks for thinking of us:)

[Katherine]

Pip's blood level appears to have stabilized. There has been no recurrence of twitches. Wish I had a better understanding of what, with MBD, makes his blood calcium level suddenly go out of whack.

[Katherine]

While Pip has had no twitching, he is lethargic & I am concerned.

[Chipmunk_lover]

Hi sorry to hear Pip has had twitches and is lethargic lets hope its just a temporary setback, he has been doing so well.

[Katherine]

Hi sorry to hear Pip has had twitches and is lethargic lets hope its just a temporary setback, he has been doing so well.

Thank you for thinking of Pip. How are all your babies doing. I always think about Pearl & her MBD:wave123

[Chipmunk_lover]

Thats ok. Babies are good they have been spending time with Pearl in her nest :Love_Icon

I have added some new pics

[Katherine]

Thats ok. Babies are good they have been spending time with Pearl in her nest :Love_Icon

I have added some new pics

I just posted there. So glad to hear the babies are doing well & 7 weeks, already.:) You are certainly busy with all your little ones.

[pappy1264]

Hoping the lethargy is just an 'off' day. Prayers continue.

[Katherine]

Hoping the lethargy is just an 'off' day. Prayers continue.

Thanks for thinking of Pip. I'm hoping he's back to "himself" tomorrow. Friday, we go to the vet.

[Katherine]

I called the vet last night to ask about Pip's twitches, followed by lethargic behavior. He said he was not surprised because th drop in frequency of calcium intake from every 3 hrs. to every 4hrs. had a definite effect on blood levels. This had to happen for adjustment to processing calcium. Fortunately the "emergency" calcium caused the twitches to stop & the lethargy tends to follow because that was a strain on his body. As long as he is eating & active, which he is....I shouldn't be too worried. This unfortunately is MBD. We will see vet Fri. I am praying for bone growth. This little guy has been thru too much.

[pappy1264]

How is he today? (I know it is early but is his energy any better?) Anything new he could explore? Got an empty kleenex box you could give him to check out? Maybe leave a little tissue in it for extra fun?

[Katherine]

How is he today? (I know it is early but is his energy any better?) Anything new he could explore? Got an empty kleenex box you could give him to check out? Maybe leave a little tissue in it for extra fun?
Pip does have more energy today:) That's a great idea about a tissue box with tissue in it. You know, I just realized that he might have gotten upset yesterday because he saw me use my electric shredder & maybe he felt his shredding talents were no longer needed:rotfl
Seriously tho, I admit to being a worried mommie. I have to allow for the fact that having gone thru twitches, his body would, of course get tired. I have to try to be calmer

:osnap :osnap

[Kelly Brady]

Well Mommies say they should remain calm, but trying and doing are totally different things:rotfl Worry is what Mommies do best:D

You should try to be calmer though as Pipster is really coming along well over all.

Pip says..."Mom don't worry, just get me more things to shred please"

[Katherine]

Well Mommies say they should remain calm, but trying and doing are totally different things:rotfl Worry is what Mommies do best:D

You should try to be calmer though as Pipster is really coming along well over all.

Pip says..."Mom don't worry, just get me more things to shred please"

You're so right Kelly. I am trying to be calmer. Our vet visit is Fri & I,m anxious for good news. Pls. don't tell Pip he has to go. I don't tell him until right before:) Also, I will definitely keep him better supplied with papers to shred. He may be bored:crazy

[Chipmunk_lover]

I hope Pip is better today and good luck for friday

[Katherine]

I hope Pip is better today and good luck for friday
Thank you. I am an anxious mommie:wave123

[Katherine]

Today, I take Pip to the vet. I am praying for good results. Hopefully, there will be more bone growth on the x-rays.

[island rehabber]

Good thoughts and energies and prayers going with you and the Pipster today, Katherine. :grouphug

[Katherine]

Good thoughts and energies and prayers going with you and the Pipster today, Katherine. :grouphug

Thanks, IR. I'm hoping for a good report:thumbsup

[gs1]

will keep him in my thoughts and prayers... another big day for the mighty munchkin....

:grouphug

[Kelly Brady]

Would you believe I have Pips appointment on my calendar?

Oh it is a nail biter day.

Please have grown bone Pippy, Please:multi

Can't wait to hear about your adorable fuzzball.

[Katherine]

will keep him in my thoughts and prayers... another big day for the mighty munchkin....

:grouphug
Thanks gs. Yes, it's been 3 weeks since the last app't...Pip thought he was finished. Told him we have to leave at noon. Hoping for good news.

[Katherine]

Would you believe I have Pips appointment on my calendar?

Oh it is a nail biter day.

Please have grown bone Pippy, Please:multi

Can't wait to hear about your adorable fuzzball.

Thank you Kelly. Mommie's going to take some of Viv's metcam:)

[Katherine]

We are back from the vet. While I was expecting better results, the vet is pleased & I guess that's what matters. X-ray shows that the left hind leg is at 90% normal, up from 80% 3 weeks ago. That's only a 10% increase. Pip's right hind leg is up to 60% of normal size, up from 50% last time. That's also only 10% higher. Vet said that after a while, with MBD treatment, I cannot expect the same level of results. What's vital is that there is bone growth & no deterioration. Since there was an episode of tremors & lethargy, he wants to maintain same dose of 175mg calcium/day every 4hrs. If, after 2wks, there are no tremors, I can decrease to 150mg/day, still every 4 hrs. Vet said the adjustment of blood level to frequency of dosage is vital, so that's why the 4hr administration will remain for quite a while. We don't have to go back for 3 weeks--June 4. Pip's cage paralysis is just about gone. So, the young man has come a long way. He deserves it. He's been thru a lot. Vet said I should give Pip a party :dono
I want to again, thank all who have posted prayers for Pip. :wave123

[Kelly Brady]

That is good news !! He is growin bone Momma:multi

What a long way he has come. Oh how I wish we lived closer we would really throw a party:wahoo

You saved his wittle life Katherine. We love the Pipster:bowdown

[4skwerlz]

:fireworks :fireworks :fireworks

I don't know how the news could be any better than this!!

Go Pippy! :thumbsup

[Katherine]

That is good news !! He is growin bone Momma:multi

What a long way he has come. Oh how I wish we lived closer we would really throw a party:wahoo

You saved his wittle life Katherine. We love the Pipster:bowdown

Thanks, Kelly. I guess I went with expectations that growth would be even better. Just a worried Mommie, but you are right --it is good news & the vet was happy. I will definitely give Pip (and Tiny) a party:wahoo

[Katherine]

:fireworks :fireworks :fireworks

I don't know how the news could be any better than this!!

Go Pippy! :thumbsup

Thanks 4S. As I said to Kelly above, I went with expectations too high, but you are right...results are excellent

:jump :jump

[Bravo]

Right on! :fireworks

Dues paid in full. Sounds like the Pipster's Union Card just arrived. :D

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi Katherine,

It's wonderful news that Pip has some bone growth. :wahoo :wahoo :wahoo Your dedicated care has really done wonders for this little guy.

Solitaire says "Hi Pip :wave123 - have a great party :D :D and grow lots more bone for 4th June."

Heather.

[pappy1264]

That is FANTASTIC NEWS! At this rate, he can HANDLE Blueberry and Solitaire at the same time.....lol

[gs1]

That is FANTASTIC NEWS! At this rate, he can HANDLE Blueberry and Solitaire at the same time.....lol

:wahoo

:D

go pip!!! :D

[island rehabber]

:wahooI am SO HAPPY for you and Pip! :wahoo

[Katherine]

Right on! :fireworks

Dues paid in full. Sounds like the Pipster's Union Card just arrived. :D

Hi Bravo. The card didn't come today, but I have no doubt it will be in tomorrow's mail:wahoo

[Katherine]

Hi Katherine,

It's wonderful news that Pip has some bone growth. :wahoo :wahoo :wahoo Your dedicated care has really done wonders for this little guy.

Solitaire says "Hi Pip :wave123 - have a great party :D :D and grow lots more bone for 4th June."

Heather.

Thanks Heather & Solitaire :wave123

Pip keeps looking at Solitaire & Blueberry's pictures. Have to have a talk with him:Love_Icon

[Katherine]

That is FANTASTIC NEWS! At this rate, he can HANDLE Blueberry and Solitaire at the same time.....lol

You, Solitaire's Mommie & I will have to have a "PM conference" to see if we should allow that:wahoo

[Katherine]

:wahoo

:D

go pip!!! :D

Just said to pappy in above post, that we have to talk to Solitaire's Mommie about that:dono :wahoo

[Katherine]

:wahooI am SO HAPPY for you and Pip! :wahoo

Thanks IR. Pip is doing well and Tiny....it's party time:multi

[pappy1264]

Did you get Tiny some sunglasses too??? lol So glad they are both doing better. They BOTH have surely earned one heck of a party!!!!

[Katherine]

Did you get Tiny some sunglasses too??? lol So glad they are both doing better. They BOTH have surely earned one heck of a party!!!!

Kelly promised a pair for Pip. You're right. I will PM her about Tiny's sunglasses. He wants to look cool too:crazy

[Chipmunk_lover]

We are back from the vet. While I was expecting better results, the vet is pleased & I guess that's what matters. X-ray shows that the left hind leg is at 90% normal, up from 80% 3 weeks ago. That's only a 10% increase. Pip's right hind leg is up to 60% of normal size, up from 50% last time. That's also only 10% higher. Vet said that after a while, with MBD treatment, I cannot expect the same level of results. What's vital is that there is bone growth & no deterioration. Since there was an episode of tremors & lethargy, he wants to maintain same dose of 175mg calcium/day every 4hrs. If, after 2wks, there are no tremors, I can decrease to 150mg/day, still every 4 hrs. Vet said the adjustment of blood level to frequency of dosage is vital, so that's why the 4hr administration will remain for quite a while. We don't have to go back for 3 weeks--June 4. Pip's cage paralysis is just about gone. So, the young man has come a long way. He deserves it. He's been thru a lot. Vet said I should give Pip a party :dono
I want to again, thank all who have posted prayers for Pip. :wave123


This is great news, any increase even if it isn't much is good news :thumbsup

[Katherine]

This is great news, any increase even if it isn't much is good news :thumbsup

Thank you. You are so right. I always pray for your Pearl & hope she has no recurrence of MBD.

[Kelly Brady]

Ok your right I owe Pip a cape and sunglasses. I have found the glasses, and I have found the sewing machine. Wa hoooooo:wahoo

Not kidding either, I have a very busy week this week and then the last week of my daughters school then after that.. I will be making Pip a cape and sending it. Our boy is doing so well.

We said red cape right K? I will find the material. :multi Katherine you need to get a techy friend to load a pic for you after we get the Pipster all decked out do you know anyone?

[gs1]

and i've got ideas for a hamster fun thread... toy cars... etc... pip can pick out his christmas presents ...lol...

[Katherine]

Kelly & gs. Thanks on behalf of Pip. Yes, it's a red cape. gs.--can we get a little red car:wahoo

[island rehabber]

Oh I see a flick to rival Stuart Little coming to a theatre near you.....:hyper

[Katherine]

Oh I see a flick to rival Stuart Little coming to a theatre near you.....:hyper

Absolutely. Pip has an "attitude" now that he's improving. He keeps looking at pics of the lovely Blueberry & Solitaire.:wahoo

[Kelly Brady]

Just wait until Blueberry and Solitaire see the pipster in his shades and red cape. Next thing you know Katherine, the little stinker will be hopping in his car with his wittle suitcase and setting out to find Blueberry and Solitaire.

Gs I will leave the car up to you ok? Someone is gonna have to teach him to drive you know?

[gs1]

http://www.thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22891

i think one of the girls has that in mind already ....:jump

:wave123 pip!!!

:Love_Icon

[Katherine]

Just wait until Blueberry and Solitaire see the pipster in his shades and red cape. Next thing you know Katherine, the little stinker will be hopping in his car with his wittle suitcase and setting out to find Blueberry and Solitaire.

Gs I will leave the car up to you ok? Someone is gonna have to teach him to drive you know?

Kelly. Did you see gs' link...it's so funny.:rotfl

Yes, Pip has his eye on both beautiful ladies, I told him not to be so sure of himself..there are "many hamsters in the sea" is what Blueberry & Solitaire would say to him:multi

[Katherine]

http://www.thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22891

i think one of the girls has that in mind already ....:jump

:wave123 pip!!!

:Love_Icon

The toys are so cute. :wahoo You're right, Pip & Max should be in blue cars:thumbsup

[Kelly Brady]

Oh that car is amazing.:rotfl
Those toys and the car have me in stictches.
As soon as I complete the Red cape I will snap pics of that and Pips new shades and post them. This little boy is getting all of the attention. Tell him that is what he gets for being strong and growing bone:D

[Katherine]

Oh that car is amazing.:rotfl
Those toys and the car have me in stictches.
As soon as I complete the Red cape I will snap pics of that and Pips new shades and post them. This little boy is getting all of the attention. Tell him that is what he gets for being strong and growing bone:D
Thanks Kelly. He really wants to impress Blueberry & Solitaire

:strong :strong :strong

[gs1]

Kelly. Did you see gs' link...it's so funny.:rotfl

Yes, Pip has his eye on both beautiful ladies, I told him not to be so sure of himself..there are "many hamsters in the sea" is what Blueberry & Solitaire would say to him:multi

oh, Katherine ...there's only one pip!!!

:D

[Katherine]

oh, Katherine ...there's only one pip!!!

:D

Yes, but I don't want him thinking he can have any lady he wants:nono

[Katherine]

It's been 1 week since Pip saw the vet & has had no twitches. If he goes another week like this, I can reduce his daily calcium intake to 150mg/day every 4hrs.:thumbsup

[island rehabber]

:thumbsup Hoping & praying!
Another beautiful day in NYC....hope you can get outdoors with some of your kids, Katherine. :)

[Katherine]

:thumbsup Hoping & praying!
Another beautiful day in NYC....hope you can get outdoors with some of your kids, Katherine. :)


Thanks IR. Yes, it is a beautiful day & will spend time outdoors with some company:) Hope you can do the same:wave123

[Bravo]

Hoping for good news for the Pipster today. :grouphug

[Katherine]

Hoping for good news for the Pipster today. :grouphug
Hi Bravo. No, Pip doesn't see the vet today. I was just giving a week's update because it's important that he's had no twitches. If that continues for 1 more week, I can reduce him to 150mg calcium/day every 4 hrs. Then, we see the vet for x.ray on June 4. So, these are crucial weeks for him with his MBD. So far, so good. Thank you so much for thinking of him:wave123

[Katherine]

I'm happy to say that Pip has had no twitches. If that continues, then Fri, I can bring down his daily calcium to 150mg/day every 4hrs. We go back to vet on June 4.:thumbsup

[pappy1264]

WAY TO GO, PIP! I am so happy to read this! Again, if you go back to your original post, look how far this little man has come......AWESOME!!!!

[Katherine]

WAY TO GO, PIP! I am so happy to read this! Again, if you go back to your original post, look how far this little man has come......AWESOME!!!!
Thank you, pappy. Pip is definitely improving & cage paralysis just about gone:wahoo

[Bravo]

Whoda thunk the little engineer could come around so well? Calcium is fine, however it's you who has the healing touch. :thumbsup

[Katherine]

Whoda thunk the little engineer could come around so well? Calcium is fine, however it's you who has the healing touch. :thumbsup

Thank you so much, Bravo. Our next big vet app't is 1 week from Fri, June 4. Am hoping for more bone growth:thumbsup I do believe that Pip constantly staring at pics of the lovely ladies, Blueberry & Solitaire, has made him work harder to get well:Love_Icon

[Kelly Brady]

Oh I am so not surprised our little Pip is still doing so well. He is a super hero and that is for sure.

Aunt Kelly is almost done with the Pipsters cape and glasses.:wahoo

Really just need another night or two to finish. I hope to post a picture of it this weekend and ship it out to you Katherine. Paco has agreed to try to model it but she is Way to Big we think:dono

This news of Pip is the news that makes my day.:Love_Icon

Katherine your love and devotion amaze and inspire me:bowdown

[gs1]

:) :Love_Icon

:thumbsup

[Katherine]

Good news for Pip. He's gone 2 weeks w/o twitches or any other symptom. So, I can bring his daily calcium intake down to 150mg/day every 4hrs. Next Fri, June 4, we see the vet
:jump

[pappy1264]

YIPPEE!!!!! GO PIP GO!!!! (Blueberry has already asked me to book a flight to NY--FIRST CLASS, OF COURSE! lol)

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi,

It's wonderful news that Pip is doing so well :wahoo :wahoo

Solitaire says "Hi Pip, and carry on the great work:wave123" Paanchi man says "Hi:wave123 Great news! - where's the party? :D ".

Heather.

[Katherine]

YIPPEE!!!!! GO PIP GO!!!! (Blueberry has already asked me to book a flight to NY--FIRST CLASS, OF COURSE! lol)
Of course, First Class. Will she be bringing formal wear:thinking I'll buy Pip a tux. We will certainly invite the lovely Solitaire:wahoo

[Katherine]

Hi,

It's wonderful news that Pip is doing so well :wahoo :wahoo

Solitaire says "Hi Pip, and carry on the great work:wave123" Paanchi man says "Hi:wave123 Great news! - where's the party? :D ".

Heather.
Hi Heather. As you can see in the posts above, Pappy, Blueberry's mommie is arranging for First Class tickets to NY. Are you & the lovely Solitaire coming? Also, Pip would like male company, so can Paanchi man come , too?:wahoo

[gs1]

:D :thumbsup

[pappy1264]

Formal wear for hammies.....does it get another more adorable than that!! lol Oh yes, Pip will have a lovely hammie on each arm and be the envy of all!!

[Katherine]

:D :thumbsup

Don't you agree that formal attire is required:dono

[Katherine]

Formal wear for hammies.....does it get another more adorable than that!! lol Oh yes, Pip will have a lovely hammie on each arm and be the envy of all!!
You are too funny:crazy I'm picturing Pip with Blueberry on one arm & Solitaire on the other.:) However, I haven't gotten an OK from Solitaire's Mommie. Will have to PM her:thinking :flash3

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi,

Paanchi says that he thinks that he might like a tux (it would go well with his bandit mask :D ) and that Pip is lucky to have two beautiful lady friends. Paanchi and Solitaire say "when's the party?" :D

Heather.

[Katherine]

Hi,

Paanchi says that he thinks that he might like a tux (it would go well with his bandit mask :D ) and that Pip is lucky to have two beautiful lady friends. Paanchi and Solitaire say "when's the party?" :D

Heather.

Please tell Paanchi and Solitaire that Pip would like them to fly to NY after he's had his vet visit, next friday. Will they each have a first class seat or will they be sitting with you? He is also concerned that since Paanchi is so good-looking, will he be competition for the attention of the ladies. :dono
So, Paanchi is into wearing a mask:wahoo Please don't PM Blueberry about that. She might lose interest in Pip:dono :thinking

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi Katherine,:wave123

Paanchi says that Pip doesn't need to worry - Solitaire and Blueberry only have eyes for the handsome Pip.:D

Only first class travel will do for first class rodent characters.:D

Heather.

[Katherine]

Hi Katherine,:wave123

Paanchi says that Pip doesn't need to worry - Solitaire and Blueberry only have eyes for the handsome Pip.:D

Only first class travel will do for first class rodent characters.:D

Heather.

Pip is getting too conceited....he's admiring himself in the mirror:shakehead
I agree...only first class travel will do:thumbsup

[pappy1264]

Ok, I know we have 'writers' in this group....I can pic a children's series of books, 'The Adventures of Pip'........

[Katherine]

Ok, I know we have 'writers' in this group....I can pic a children's series of books, 'The Adventures of Pip'........

With leading ladies...Blueberry and Solitaire....and now...another man-the macho Paanchi:thumbsup

:jump

[Kelly Brady]

Good news for Pip. He's gone 2 weeks w/o twitches or any other symptom. So, I can bring his daily calcium intake down to 150mg/day every 4hrs. Next Fri, June 4, we see the vet
:jump
Horray Pip !!!!

Aunt Kelly has finished your cape and glasses and will post a picture for you on Tuesday when I get to work. Otherwise my computer at home makes them so gigantic and I cannot resize. Pip is a little hero !!!! Katherine I grimace to think what would have become of Pip if not for you. You are an amazing healer.
Pictures will be posted for The Great Pip tomorrow. Then I will have you PM me your address Katherine and I will send off his new hero cape and cool dude sunglasses. :wahoo
I am thinking blueberry and solitaire will will really like the new get up.:multi

[Katherine]

Horray Pip !!!!

Aunt Kelly has finished your cape and glasses and will post a picture for you on Tuesday when I get to work. Otherwise my computer at home makes them so gigantic and I cannot resize. Pip is a little hero !!!! Katherine I grimace to think what would have become of Pip if not for you. You are an amazing healer.
Pictures will be posted for The Great Pip tomorrow. Then I will have you PM me your address Katherine and I will send off his new hero cape and cool dude sunglasses. :wahoo
I am thinking blueberry and solitaire will will really like the new get up.:multi
Thank you so much, Kelly. Will PM you. Pip goes to the vet this Fri. & I am praying for good results:thumbsup

[Kelly Brady]

Now available, the new Pip Clothing Line !!!!:Welcome
Named after the one and only amazing super hero dwarf hamster named Pip.
Patent Pending and all copyrights apply.:D

Please see the new super hero cape in silky red satin and with breakaway velcro front attachment for the active hamster. Comes complete with personalized back.

The adorable Harry Potter Mouse model is also modeling our new line of :cool dude" sunglasses, available in Pink for the fabulous lady critters out there.

This all inspired line is brought to you by the amazing strength of one special hamster to overcome the all consuming MBD and cage paralysis. Two situations, which can certainly mean death, have been overcome with the constant care and devotion of Pip's Mommy, Katherine.:bowdown

Looking to spunk up your fuzzy little one? Order the Pip Super Hero Cape today !!!! Does your fuzz butt need eye protection? Order today.:multi

All proceeds go to the research of MBD and how to seek out mean people that treat animals badly.:thumbsup

[Katherine]

Now available, the new Pip Clothing Line !!!!:Welcome
Named after the one and only amazing super hero dwarf hamster named Pip.
Patent Pending and all copyrights apply.:D

Please see the new super hero cape in silky red satin and with breakaway velcro front attachment for the active hamster. Comes complete with personalized back.

The adorable Harry Potter Mouse model is also modeling our new line of :cool dude" sunglasses, available in Pink for the fabulous lady critters out there.

This all inspired line is brought to you by the amazing strength of one special hamster to overcome the all consuming MBD and cage paralysis. Two situations, which can certainly mean death, have been overcome with the constant care and devotion of Pip's Mommy, Katherine.:bowdown

Looking to spunk up your fuzzy little one? Order the Pip Super Hero Cape today !!!! Does your fuzz butt need eye protection? Order today.:multi

All proceeds go to the research of MBD and how to seek out mean people that treat animals badly.:thumbsup


:jump :wahoo :jump


Kelly. You should quit your full-time job and start your own "rodent wear" business. Pip is honored. Of course, you are contributing to his already over-sized ego. You do great work. Hope you are starting your own website for orders:bowdown :bowdown

[island rehabber]

:jump:jump:jump:jump

:bowdown Kelly

Not only are you a terrific designer but a darn good copywriter, too! :thumbsup

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi,

The cape and glasses are wonderful!!! Kelly - you are an inspired designer and writer.

Solitaire, Paanchi and Heron are very impressed.:jump

Heather.

[pappy1264]

Blueberry already packed her bags! OMG....is that not the cutest! Pip is going to be one dashing little hero! Great job, Kelly!

[Bravo]

Great superhero wardrobe, Kelly! :thumbsup A whole new look for the Pipster.

[Kelly Brady]

:jump :wahoo :jump


Kelly. You should quit your full-time job and start your own "rodent wear" business. Pip is honored. Of course, you are contributing to his already over-sized ego. You do great work. Hope you are starting your own website for orders:bowdown :bowdown
Oh thank you Katherine, I don't think the rodent wear business would pay for the squirrel kids, let alone the human kids:rotfl I would really love to do that though. I have so many ideas about things to make. :thinking

[Kelly Brady]

:jump:jump:jump:jump

:bowdown Kelly

Not only are you a terrific designer but a darn good copywriter, too! :thumbsup

Thanks IR I have a gift for writing a line of whoeey that is for sure. I have a lot of fun with things like that.:D

[Kelly Brady]

Heather, Pappy and Bravo,

Thanks a bunch, It was fun thinking of Pip and putting that together. Now we need to get Blueberry, Solitaire, Paanchi, Heron and the whole gang decked out to meet each other.:osnap

[gs1]

:D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D


kelly!!! omg!!! :D

I like your style of writing "whoeey" ... goes really well with coffee... lol..:D

pip absolutely deserves it ... no big head anywhere near that little guy... heart of gold ... steel determination ... that glint in his eyes for the ladies...:D what a character....:D

and now he's got a cape and glasses!!! he's SUPER.PIP!!!!:D

[pappy1264]

Now my daughter wants 'clothes' for Blueberry....lol

[Katherine]

Kelly. You see all the potential customers you have. So, get going & start your business. You do great work.:wahoo BTW. Pip was egotistical before. Now that he knows you made an outfit just for him, he's unbearable.:shakehead

Lady & Viv want to know what you can create in "senior squirrel-wear"
:jump :jump

[island rehabber]

Lady & Viv want to know what you can create in "senior squirrel-wear"

Kelly, please, I beg of you.....just no mint-green doubleknit polyester pant suits, ok? :poke

[Kelly Brady]

Kelly, please, I beg of you.....just no mint-green doubleknit polyester pant suits, ok? :poke
Oh no, uh oh, too late. How about blue doubleknit polyester pants suits?:thumbsup

[Kelly Brady]

Oh you have no idea how badly i would like to take the time to make some clothes here. For Blueberry I have the cutest idea. lady and Viv are pictured in my mind as well. Maybe I will use that as stress relief and make some goodies over this summer. The clothes need to be safe, so they would need to be very loose and break away with velcro if they got hung up. Mind is really going now.

Katherine, Tell Pip his outfit is in the mail and will arrive by Friday. :multi just in time for his good news from the vet appointment. I await the good news.
I cant imagine pip with anything but a appreciative lil heart, but if he is getting a big head, he sure deserves it! Unbearable? Yep he deserves that too. :osnap
I think that is a sign of bone growth:rotfl

[Katherine]

Oh you have no idea how badly i would like to take the time to make some clothes here. For Blueberry I have the cutest idea. lady and Viv are pictured in my mind as well. Maybe I will use that as stress relief and make some goodies over this summer. The clothes need to be safe, so they would need to be very loose and break away with velcro if they got hung up. Mind is really going now.

Katherine, Tell Pip his outfit is in the mail and will arrive by Friday. :multi just in time for his good news from the vet appointment. I await the good news.
I cant imagine pip with anything but a appreciative lil heart, but if he is getting a big head, he sure deserves it! Unbearable? Yep he deserves that too. :osnap
I think that is a sign of bone growth:rotfl
Blueberry is lovely and would look gorgeous in any style (as long as Mommie Pappy approves, of course).
Pip is hoping the package comes before we leave for the vet, tomorrow, but I told him he has to be patient. He is most appreciative and we both want to thank you again for your time, efforts & most of all, your affection for Pip, to take time from your busy schedule to make his outfit:bowdown With that said, he is , however an egotist:dono :dono You think it's because he's a guy:thinking

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi ,

Wishing the wonderful Pip lots of success at the vet tomorrow.

Solitaire, Paanchi, Heron and the gang say "Hi Pip!!" :wave123 and send lots of best wishes for lots of bone growth.

Heather.

[Kelly Brady]

Blueberry is lovely and would look gorgeous in any style (as long as Mommie Pappy approves, of course).
Pip is hoping the package comes before we leave for the vet, tomorrow, but I told him he has to be patient. He is most appreciative and we both want to thank you again for your time, efforts & most of all, your affection for Pip, to take time from your busy schedule to make his outfit:bowdown With that said, he is , however an egotist:dono :dono You think it's because he's a guy:thinking
I hope Pip's packages comes before the vet also. No thanks needed, I had more fun making it than you would believe, I have so many ideas for other things. I need to know what type personality Solitaire is. She must look nice to meet Pip as well.
As far as Pips ego? Yes it is because he is a guy us girls know that but may also be due to the fact that he feels like a million bucks now:D

Good luck at the vet. We all cannot wait to here how he does.

[Katherine]

Hi ,

Wishing the wonderful Pip lots of success at the vet tomorrow.

Solitaire, Paanchi, Heron and the gang say "Hi Pip!!" :wave123 and send lots of best wishes for lots of bone growth.

Heather.
Thank you Heather. I am praying for a good report.

[Katherine]

I hope Pip's packages comes before the vet also. No thanks needed, I had more fun making it than you would believe, I have so many ideas for other things. I need to know what type personality Solitaire is. She must look nice to meet Pip as well.
As far as Pips ego? Yes it is because he is a guy us girls know that but may also be due to the fact that he feels like a million bucks now:D

Good luck at the vet. We all cannot wait to here how he does.

Thanks Kelly. I am hoping for more bone growth for Pip.

[Chipmunk_lover]

Good luck for tomorrow Pip :wave123

[Katherine]

Good luck for tomorrow Pip :wave123

Thanks for the good wishes for Pip. It will be an important vet visit for him.

[Katherine]

Pip goes to the vet this afternoon. I am praying for good results.

[pappy1264]

Sending loads of love and hugs and 'growing' wishes! He has done FANTASTIC! And no matter what the outcome today, he is doing great, all you have to do is LOOK AT HIM. Numbers are just that, how HE FEELS is the important thing and from what I have seen, to quote James Brown--"I FEEL GOOD". So focus on that, today is just a technicality!

[Katherine]

Sending loads of love and hugs and 'growing' wishes! He has done FANTASTIC! And no matter what the outcome today, he is doing great, all you have to do is LOOK AT HIM. Numbers are just that, how HE FEELS is the important thing and from what I have seen, to quote James Brown--"I FEEL GOOD". So focus on that, today is just a technicality!
Thanks Pappy. Pip agrees with James Brown "I Feel Good":wahoo

[pappy1264]

Ok, I just got a 'visual'......Pip 'grooving' to that song....his little hips going like crazy! lol

[Katherine]

Ok, I just got a 'visual'......Pip 'grooving' to that song....his little hips going like crazy! lol
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[Katherine]

:fireworks :fireworks


Pip has had an excellent report from the vet. His left hind leg is at 100% of the normal size:thumbsup His right is at 70% of normal bone density. The vet & I are so happy. There is no explanation for why the right hind leg lags behind the left but it doesn't matter. These results are better than I ever expected. Now, while, of course I was reminded that MBD can always relapse, I know that Pip has passed the worst of it. The vet wants me to reduce his daily calcium intake to 125mg/day every 5 hrs., instead of every 4 hrs. If no problems for 2 wks, then I take him down to 100mg/day but still at every 5 hrs. The decrease in frequency is still the most important factor, to see if his blood levels are maintained. We don't have to see the vet for 1 month:crazy

I want to thank all who have continued to pray for Pip. It means so much:thankyou


Kelly. You definitely have to start your business. The package came after we got back. As shown on the model above, it is absolutely adorable. Because Pip was left with a bit of a hunchback from the cage paralysis, it fits perfectly. The velcro snaps are fantastic. I admire your patience in doing something so small. Pip wouldn't let me put the glasses on him & I know that's because he's tired & stressed from the vet. By tomorrow, I will try them again. You are such a talented and wonderful woman.:bowdown

[Bravo]

Right on!! :fireworks

So does the little engineer still prefer to hang out at the pool? :D

[Katherine]

Right on!! :fireworks

So does the little engineer still prefer to hang out at the pool? :D

Hi Bravo. No, now with such good news, Pip is into more tunneling & shredding....more macho activities & he's working out to impress the lovely ladies Blueberry & Solitaire:

:strong :strong :strong

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi Katherine,

What fantastic news for you and Pip!!!:wahoo :wahoo :fireworks You must be thrilled. I am soi happy for you and the wonderful Pip. :jump

Solitaire, Paanchi, Heron and the rest of the rodent clan say ":wave123 Hi Pip!!! Congratulations!!!" Solitaire and Paanchi say "Hey - Congratulations Pip !!! It's party time!!!" :jump :jump

Heather.

[Katherine]

Hi Katherine,

What fantastic news for you and Pip!!!:wahoo :wahoo :fireworks You must be thrilled. I am soi happy for you and the wonderful Pip. :jump

Solitaire, Paanchi, Heron and the rest of the rodent clan say ":wave123 Hi Pip!!! Congratulations!!!" Solitaire and Paanchi say "Hey - Congratulations Pip !!! It's party time!!!" :jump :jump

Heather.

Thank you Heather & all of your little ones. Which one is the sweetie in the beautiful picture? I am trying to get a special deal at the Waldorf, since Pip's report was so outstanding:thumbsup

[Chipmunk_lover]

Yay go Pip :jump :wahoo :multi :alright.gif :wott :wave :fireworks

[Katherine]

Yay go Pip :jump :wahoo :multi :alright.gif :wott :wave :fireworks


Pip and I thank you. Today was a great day for us:thumbsup

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi Katherine,:wave123

That's Solitaire peeking out of her grass nest to wish Pip many congratulations.:jump

She, Paanchi and the rest of the rodent gang are thrilled for Pip - he has been through so much and is a real inspiration.:thumbsup They say that the care that you have given to Pip is fantastic!!!!:bowdown

Solitaire and Paanchi say that only the best is good enough for Pip's celebration party!!!:D

Heather.

[pappy1264]

Katherine, I have tears in my eyes as I write this. Not just because I am so happy for this wonderful news (I am THRILLED) but also because of your love and dedication to this tiny little guy, one that many would have just said 'oh, I can just get another one' and not done the things you have done. You have a very special place in heaven, my friend. Angels are amoung us......

And Pip, our tiny little hero, you rest. You have worked so hard (with your mommy) and done so amazingly well. I could not be more proud of the both of you!

We need to get that boy a tiny little party hat now!!!! He sure has earned it!

[Katherine]

Hi Katherine,:wave123

That's Solitaire peeking out of her grass nest to wish Pip many congratulations.:jump

She, Paanchi and the rest of the rodent gang are thrilled for Pip - he has been through so much and is a real inspiration.:thumbsup They say that the care that you have given to Pip is fantastic!!!!:bowdown

Solitaire and Paanchi say that only the best is good enough for Pip's celebration party!!!:D

Heather.
What a beautiful picture of Solitaire....that face is adorable:Love_Icon
Pip has been thru so much, I started to cry at the vet's when I heard such great results. Thanks again to you and your little ones for your continued support. Once again, I want to say that I admire you for your programs to educate the public about rodents. I learn so much from your threads:bowdown

[Katherine]

Katherine, I have tears in my eyes as I write this. Not just because I am so happy for this wonderful news (I am THRILLED) but also because of your love and dedication to this tiny little guy, one that many would have just said 'oh, I can just get another one' and not done the things you have done. You have a very special place in heaven, my friend. Angels are amoung us......

And Pip, our tiny little hero, you rest. You have worked so hard (with your mommy) and done so amazingly well. I could not be more proud of the both of you!

We need to get that boy a tiny little party hat now!!!! He sure has earned it!

Pappy. Thank you so much for your kind words. I am honored to hear them from you, who have helped me with all my little ones. With all that you do for animals, you have my deepest respect:bowdown If there is anyone who will have a special place in heaven, it is you. The endless knowledge and love you have for every little one in your life, is an inspiration to all.
Pip and I thank you for being there for us. I also hope that you are in less pain, tonite.

[island rehabber]

Just got home and couldn't wait to see how Pip's vet visit went.....

:fireworks:shine:fireworks:bounce2:thumbsup

this is the best news we could have hoped for! Yay Pip & Katherine! :wott

[Katherine]

Just got home and couldn't wait to see how Pip's vet visit went.....

:fireworks:shine:fireworks:bounce2:thumbsup

this is the best news we could have hoped for! Yay Pip & Katherine! :wott


Thanks IR. As I said above, I started to cry when I heard such a wonderful report. Pip is a little guy who has been thru so much & has fought so hard...finally, we have gotten the news he so deserves:thumbsup

[Cleo_13]

THANK GOODNESS!! WAY TO GO PIP! :wahoo :wahoo
I know I haven't posted on here for a while, sorry about that. I just checked in and saw the good news, and I'm glad I did. Pip has come such a long way, thank you Katherine. You're such a wonderful person. :thankyou

[gs1]

:D :thumbsup :grouphug i can see why you'd be crying in the vets ...the stress would have been unbearable... but he's doing so well....all the paper shredding is paying off.... an excellent investment of his time ... and your energy in picking up after him....:D :thumbsup



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[Katherine]

THANK GOODNESS!! WAY TO GO PIP! :wahoo :wahoo
I know I haven't posted on here for a while, sorry about that. I just checked in and saw the good news, and I'm glad I did. Pip has come such a long way, thank you Katherine. You're such a wonderful person. :thankyou
Thank you. Pip has come so far in overcoming MBD. He is definitely a little fighter:thumbsup

[Katherine]

:D :thumbsup :grouphug i can see why you'd be crying in the vets ...the stress would have been unbearable... but he's doing so well....all the paper shredding is paying off.... an excellent investment of his time ... and your energy in picking up after him....:D :thumbsup



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Hi gs. Yes, the vet's visit was emotional for me. To see Pip finally get results that show almost normal bone density was overwhelming.
You are so right--all that paper shredding definitely increased Pip's energy & cleaning up the mess, depleted mine:) :wave123

[Baxied]

:wahoo :wahoo :wahoo :wahoo :wahoo

Katherine, not only is little Pip a great fighter but so are you!!! I am sooooo happy for the both of you. What wonderful news!!!!

:wahoo :wahoo :wahoo :wahoo :wahoo

[Kelly Brady]

I saw the news as soon as you got home and posted it. I AM SO PROUD OF PIP AND OF YOU FOR ALL OF THAT CARE. I just new it would be good news but that is really the best of news ever.:multi

I am so glad to hear the cape is not too big. I really thought it may be way to big because I do not have a wee one to use to size it. I should fix that and get a distant cousin of Pips.

I was in all kinds of meetings yesterday and could not respond to the good news but got it the minute it posted. Then I came home to work on the outdoor cage and stepped on the hose and my ankle went side ways and down I went. All is well except a sore ankle and a bruised ego. I don't know why ego would be bruised, I am such a clutz.:osnap

Any way CONGRATS TO MY PIPSTER AND HIS MOST AMAZING MOMMY. IT MADE MY DAY. PACO'S TOO !!!!!:jump

Katherine, I think I need to make you a super hero cape. You are my hero...:)

[Katherine]

:wahoo :wahoo :wahoo :wahoo :wahoo

Katherine, not only is little Pip a great fighter but so are you!!! I am sooooo happy for the both of you. What wonderful news!!!!

:wahoo :wahoo :wahoo :wahoo :wahoo

Thank you so much. The news was better than expected:thumbsup Now, of course, Pip is concentrating on body building to impress the lovely ladies...Blueberry & Solitaire:crazy

[Katherine]

I saw the news as soon as you got home and posted it. I AM SO PROUD OF PIP AND OF YOU FOR ALL OF THAT CARE. I just new it would be good news but that is really the best of news ever.:multi

I am so glad to hear the cape is not too big. I really thought it may be way to big because I do not have a wee one to use to size it. I should fix that and get a distant cousin of Pips.

I was in all kinds of meetings yesterday and could not respond to the good news but got it the minute it posted. Then I came home to work on the outdoor cage and stepped on the hose and my ankle went side ways and down I went. All is well except a sore ankle and a bruised ego. I don't know why ego would be bruised, I am such a clutz.:osnap

Any way CONGRATS TO MY PIPSTER AND HIS MOST AMAZING MOMMY. IT MADE MY DAY. PACO'S TOO !!!!!:jump

Katherine, I think I need to make you a super hero cape. You are my hero...:)
Pip & I want to thank you again for your continuing support. It means so much. I don't think Paco Or Peanut would like having a new addition:thinking I do hope you your ankle is Ok. Please send kisses from me to Paco, Peanut & Clearance, Phoebe & Piper (Are they still coming around?):wave123

[Katherine]

Pip has gone thru 3 full days on new calcium schedule reduced to 125 mg/day every 5 hrs. He has had no twitching or lethargy:thumbsup Vet's biggest concern was reduction in frequency from every 4 hrs to 5 hrs & if , his blood could maintain calcium level...so far, so good:)

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi Katherine,

That's wonderful news!! You must be thrilled!

Solitaire, Paanchi, Heron and the gang say "Hi Pip!!:wave123 and keep up the good recovery!"

Heather.

[Katherine]

Hi Katherine,

That's wonderful news!! You must be thrilled!

Solitaire, Paanchi, Heron and the gang say "Hi Pip!!:wave123 and keep up the good recovery!"

Heather.

Thank you, Heather & little ones:wave123 Pip cannot stop staring at the picture you posted of beautiful Solitaire:wahoo

[Bravo]

:thumbsup I wonder if it's possible for a Dwarf Hamster to be a macho dudester. :D Way to build up the tone, Pip.

[Katherine]

:thumbsup I wonder if it's possible for a Dwarf Hamster to be a macho dudester. :D Way to build up the tone, Pip.
Hi Bravo. Pip already considers himself a macho dudester:

:strong :strong :strong :strong

[gs1]

Hi Bravo. Pip already considers himself a macho dudester:

:strong :strong :strong :strong

and so he should....:thumbsup

[Katherine]

I am happy to say that Pip has finished 1 week on new reduced schedule of `125mg calcium/day every 5 hrs. He has had no twitches or lethargy. The reduction of timing from 4 hrs to 5 hrs is so important because Pip's blood level has not changed. If he continues for 1 more week, I can lower him even further:thumbsup

[gs1]

wow....:grouphug

[Katherine]

wow....:grouphug

Pip says: :thankyou :alright.gif :alright.gif :alright.gif

[Kelly Brady]

Oh wow Pip you are doing it !!!!!!:multi

You were one sick boy and you are whooping this MBD !!! Well and thanks to a very dedicated Mommy.

I am so thrilled to hear this news of his decrease in calcium and no issues.

Please give him a big congrats and I am proud of him talk from Kelly. He has come so far.:crazy

[Katherine]

Oh wow Pip you are doing it !!!!!!:multi

You were one sick boy and you are whooping this MBD !!! Well and thanks to a very dedicated Mommy.

I am so thrilled to hear this news of his decrease in calcium and no issues.

Please give him a big congrats and I am proud of him talk from Kelly. He has come so far.:crazy

Thanks Kelly. Pip continues to do well--no twitches or lethargy from reduced calcium. He's a happy little dude :alright.gif :alright.gif :alright.gif

[island rehabber]

:multiWonderful news! He truly is SuperPip.

How was the wedding? :D

[Katherine]

:multiWonderful news! He truly is SuperPip.

How was the wedding? :D


Thanks IR. Pip & the others are mad at me because I was out a long time at the wedding. Don't Mommies have a right to go out:dono :thinking

The wedding was great. The doggies were so sweet & well-behaved. The bride & groom were so happy to have them there. Do you remember Roberta Flack's song : "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face"? That was the song for the first dance. It was one of my favorites. It was so nice to see my friends find each other later in life. Bride-61, Groom 60. Maybe, there's hope for me:dono
The happy couple & doggies left for 2 wks in the country:wahoo

[Katherine]

Another good update on Pip. As his MBD has improved, so has his energy level & exercise. His cage paralysis is just about gone. His little hunchback has also levelled off:thumbsup

[gs1]

:)

so sweet!!! yes, love will find you katherine at any time.... you could be 90 and meet the love of your life!!!!

you can't rush it ... it will come in its own time... meanwhile ... you have the amazing super-pip..... truly amazing....:thumbsup

and everytime i see lilibits avatar i think of your friends ... shes got the squirrel eating some of the wedding cake... at least i think thats whats happening... love that photo....:D

:thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :Love_Icon

[Katherine]

:)

so sweet!!! yes, love will find you katherine at any time.... you could be 90 and meet the love of your life!!!!

you can't rush it ... it will come in its own time... meanwhile ... you have the amazing super-pip..... truly amazing....:thumbsup

and everytime i see lilibits avatar i think of your friends ... shes got the squirrel eating some of the wedding cake... at least i think thats whats happening... love that photo....:D

:thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :Love_Icon
Gs. By 90, if I'm still around, I'll forget why I want love:dono :thinking

[gs1]

Gs. By 90, if I'm still around, I'll forget why I want love:dono :thinking

bah humbug...i've said it all in the other post..... you need an attitude adjustment ....:D a boy toy will be just the one to give it to you....

:rotfl

[Katherine]

bah humbug...i've said it all in the other post..... you need an attitude adjustment ....:D a boy toy will be just the one to give it to you....

:rotfl

:thumbsup :wahoo :wahoo :thankyou

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi,

It's fantastic that Pip is doing so well!! That's wonderful news!

Solitaire, Paanchi, Heron and the gang say "Hi Pip:wave123 - keep up the good work!!!"

Heather.

[Katherine]

Hi,

It's fantastic that Pip is doing so well!! That's wonderful news!

Solitaire, Paanchi, Heron and the gang say "Hi Pip:wave123 - keep up the good work!!!"

Heather.

Pip and I want to thank you & your cuties for the good wishes:wahoo

[Chipmunk_lover]

Another good update on Pip. As his MBD has improved, so has his energy level & exercise. His cage paralysis is just about gone. His little hunchback has also levelled off

Hi, great news, go Pip :jump :wahoo :alright.gif :D

[Katherine]

Hi, great news, go Pip :jump :wahoo :alright.gif :D

Thank you. Pip & I wish your babies a Happy Birthday:wahoo

[muffinsquirrel]

Gs. By 90, if I'm still around, I'll forget why I want love:dono :thinking

Not to worry - it's sort of like riding a bicycle.....you don't really forget, and it comes back to you really quick!:rotfl :rotfl :rotfl

muffinsquirrel

[Katherine]

Not to worry - it's sort of like riding a bicycle.....you don't really forget, and it comes back to you really quick!:rotfl :rotfl :rotfl

muffinsquirrel
I still ride a bike, now & then:thumbsup

[pappy1264]

Way to go, Pip! Took some new pics of Blueberry last night, have to download them later (doing cages right now). But my daughter made Blueberry her own 'amuzement park', complete with lights for 'nighttime play'...lol She is a great hammie mommie!!

[Katherine]

Way to go, Pip! Took some new pics of Blueberry last night, have to download them later (doing cages right now). But my daughter made Blueberry her own 'amuzement park', complete with lights for 'nighttime play'...lol She is a great hammie mommie!!
Your daughter is following in your footsteps:wahoo
There should be more parents like you. Did you see my thread "Advice Needed For Mice". Mother bought 9-yr old daughter 2 siblings, 1 month old. One is sneezing & I'm taking them to Pip's vet in 1/2 hr. Kid doesn't want sick mouse & mother was going to release them on the street if I didn't take them.
This is why I hate most people. Am taking to vet in 1/2 hr.

Pip is looking forward to Blueberry's new pics.:multi :multi

[pappy1264]

Ugh....no, I didn't see it. What is wrong with people!! Good luck, prayers for the little one!

I will get them downloaded later (have tons of pics to download.....need more hours in the day...lol) Off to go start laundry...YUCK! lol

[Katherine]

I am happy to say that Pip has gone 2 wks without any twitches. So, today, I can bring his calcium intake down to 100mg/day every 5 hrs. This is a big step for Pip. If he continues for 2 weeks, when we see the vet, he will come down even more & every 6 hrs. Am praying the little guy keeps showing no MBD symtoms.

[pappy1264]

Woohoo!!! Way to go, Pip. And Blueberry wanted me to send these to you.....

[pappy1264]

One more....and ignore the mess behind Brianna, this is down in the basement...lol That is her play area.

[Katherine]

WOW:) Blueberry is beautiful:Love_Icon Your daughter created a great habitat for her & with luxury carpeting. Pip wants me to put Blueberry's pics all around so he can see them from all angles:crazy He will definitely have more bone growth, now.:thumbsup

Your daughter is certainly following in your footsteps. There should be more parents like you:bowdown

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi,

Blueberry is gorgeous!!! ......and what a fantastic adventure playground!

Lucky Pip - he has a very beautiful friend in Blueberry ham.

Heather.

[Katherine]

Hi,

Blueberry is gorgeous!!! ......and what a fantastic adventure playground!

Lucky Pip - he has a very beautiful friend in Blueberry ham.

Heather.
I just showed Pip the pics of Solitaire. He wants to date both Blueberry & Solitaire (typical male). I told him not to be so sure of himself:nono
At least thinking about the ladies is making him work harder to build bone:crazy

[pappy1264]

Thank you! Brianna ADORES her! And she is as sweet they come!! Everyone that meets her, loves her! Yeah, I went downstairs and I was like 'how cute is that!' She loves to give Blueberry lots of things to stimulate her and keep her happy.

"He will definitely have more bone growth, now".......roflmao.......

[Katherine]

Thank you! Brianna ADORES her! And she is as sweet they come!! Everyone that meets her, loves her! Yeah, I went downstairs and I was like 'how cute is that!' She loves to give Blueberry lots of things to stimulate her and keep her happy.

"He will definitely have more bone growth, now".......roflmao.......
It 's great that Brianna loves Blueberry so much & thinks of ways to occupy her in her habitat. Just think, one day your daughter will be on TSB with her own "petting zoo". Like mother...like daughter:bowdown

Pip is working very hard to impress Blueberry:
:strong :strong :strong

[pappy1264]

She 'shares' mine...lol

Oh, btw, I picked up Rosie and Violet, the two female degus (they are at a friends, will be 'home' tomorrow). They are very cute, but are nervous right now. But they will adjust quickly. I will be sure to start a thread on them WITH pics when they are here....lol

[Katherine]

She 'shares' mine...lol

Oh, btw, I picked up Rosie and Violet, the two female degus (they are at a friends, will be 'home' tomorrow). They are very cute, but are nervous right now. But they will adjust quickly. I will be sure to start a thread on them WITH pics when they are here....lol

I am looking forward to meeting Rosie & Violet:wahoo

[Kelly Brady]

Just have to say....Pip you go there big guy. Blueberry is beathtaking gorgeous.

Keep trying to pump up for the girls.:alright.gif You will have SUPER bones.

Pappy, Brianna is so beautiful !!!!!! Seeing that pic of her takes me way back to my now 23 year old spending soooo much time with her hamster. And Blueberry is so pretty she looks like a fake toy hamster. No wonder Pip is going crazy.

Great news about the Pipster Katherine.:multi

[Katherine]

Just have to say....Pip you go there big guy. Blueberry is beathtaking gorgeous.

Keep trying to pump up for the girls.:alright.gif You will have SUPER bones.

Pappy, Brianna is so beautiful !!!!!! Seeing that pic of her takes me way back to my now 23 year old spending soooo much time with her hamster. And Blueberry is so pretty she looks like a fake toy hamster. No wonder Pip is going crazy.

Great news about the Pipster Katherine.:multi

You are so right, Kelly. Brianna is beautiful. Pip is working very hard to impress Blueberry & Solitaire:wahoo

[Bravo]

:thumbsup Great news about the littlest engineer! No twitches means increased productivity and nothing embarrassing to explain to Blueberry, who is totally fuzzbulous. :D

[Katherine]

:thumbsup Great news about the littlest engineer! No twitches means increased productivity and nothing embarrassing to explain to Blueberry, who is totally fuzzbulous. :D

Hi Bravo. Thanks for thinking of Pip. He is doing so well. We go back to vet on July2. You are so right...Blueberry is "fuzzbulous":wahoo

[island rehabber]

...and, y'know, she really does have an azure cast to her fur.....don't know how that's possible but she does. No wonder the Pipster is smitten. :):Love_Icon:)

[Katherine]

Pip goes to the vet this Friday and I am praying for an excellent report:)

[pappy1264]

Sending nothing but good thoughts for Friday!

And Blueberry says 'thank you' to everyone (I think I saw her blush). Her beauty is only surpassed by her sweet nature. She is a complete sweetheart!

And thank you for saying that about Brianna. She is my little girl and I am so happy she is following in my footsteps in regards to animals!! I am very proud of her!

[Katherine]

Sending nothing but good thoughts for Friday!

And Blueberry says 'thank you' to everyone (I think I saw her blush). Her beauty is only surpassed by her sweet nature. She is a complete sweetheart!

And thank you for saying that about Brianna. She is my little girl and I am so happy she is following in my footsteps in regards to animals!! I am very proud of her!
Thanks Mary. I am hoping for good results for Pip on Fri. :thumbsup

Blueberry is a little sweetheart both in looks & personality:wahoo

You should be very proud of your daughter and yourself for setting such a wonderful example in your love and devotion to animals. If our society had more parents like you, there would be less animal abuse by children. I hope that Brianna will one day be on TSB. She will without a doubt, become as expert as you are:jump

[Katherine]

Pip is going to the vet, today and we are hoping for excellent results:)

[Bravo]

Hope Pip continues to come thru like a trooper... er, professional Digger. :thumbsup

[Katherine]

Hope Pip continues to come thru like a trooper... er, professional Digger. :thumbsup

Thanks Bravo. Pip has been so busy looking at pics of Blueberry & Solitaire, that he hasn't been tunnelling as much. I have to teach this boy to stop thimking about women so much:shakehead

Thanks for the good wishes at the vet:wave123

[Katherine]

:fireworks :fireworks


Pip has been to the vet. His x-ray showed that not only is his left hind leg which was at 100% normal density but his right leg has also increased from 70% to 100%. In other words, his entire little body now has normal density:wahoo It is now a matter of reducing his daily calcium intake to a maintenance level. His vet believes that Pip will always need a calcium supplement because tho his MBD is now controlled, there is no cure & can always relapse. So, for the next 2 weeks, he will get 75mg/day calcium every 6 hrs & then, if no blood level problems, down to 50mg/day every 6 hrs. This is a great day for my litttle guy. Also, his cage paralysis is 99% gone.
Thanks to those who have prayed for Pip:bowdown

[Chipmunk_lover]

:fireworks :fireworks


Pip has been to the vet. His x-ray showed that not only is his left hind leg which was at 100% normal density but his right leg has also increased from 70% to 100%. In other words, his entire little body now has normal density:wahoo It is now a matter of reducing his daily calcium intake to a maintenance level. His vet believes that Pip will always need a calcium supplement because tho his MBD is now controlled, there is no cure & can always relapse. So, for the next 2 weeks, he will get 75mg/day calcium every 6 hrs & then, if no blood level problems, down to 50mg/day every 6 hrs. This is a great day for my litttle guy. Also, his cage paralysis is 99% gone.
Thanks to those who have prayed for Pip:bowdown


Wow Katherine, this is absolutely brilliant news, so he is now completely better :thumbsup woohoo i'm so pleased for Pip, he's been through so much. Also great the cage paralysis is just about gone too :thumbsup :D

:jump :wahoo :multi :wott :wave :fireworks :banana :monkey

[Katherine]

Wow Katherine, this is absolutely brilliant news, so he is now completely better :thumbsup woohoo i'm so pleased for Pip, he's been through so much. Also great the cage paralysis is just about gone too :thumbsup :D

:jump :wahoo :multi :wott :wave :fireworks :banana :monkey

Thanks Jen, for your prayers and support. It is a big day for such a little one. Pip has worked so hard at staying alive & he has won:jump

[4skwerlz]

:fireworks :fireworks :fireworks

What incredible news! What a long road it has been to this happy ending. I'm curious to hear more about Pip needing extra calcium for life, and how much, as I was not aware of that.

Tell the Pipster we're all so very proud of him and his devoted mommy. :Love_Icon Mad Max sends a couple of bites...:D

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

:wahoo

Hi :wave123

:fireworks :fireworks :fireworks :fireworks Wonderful, wonderful news!!! Well done Pip and to you Katherine for your dedicated care. The wonderful Sir Pip has you to thank for a new lease of life. I am so thrilled for you both. :wahoo

Solitaire, Paanchi, Bay and the rest of the rodent crew say ":wave123 Yay PIP!!!! Congratulations!!!! :wahoo "

Solitaire and Paanchi say "It's party time!!!!!!:D :D :D :D " Solitaire will send Pip some new pics tomorrow.

Many congratulations again. You have worked so hard to get this wonderful result.

Heather.

[Katherine]

:fireworks :fireworks :fireworks

What incredible news! What a long road it has been to this happy ending. I'm curious to hear more about Pip needing extra calcium for life, and how much, as I was not aware of that.

Tell the Pipster we're all so very proud of him and his devoted mommy. :Love_Icon Mad Max sends a couple of bites...:D
Hi 4S. Many thanks to you and "Mad Max". The vet feels that MBD is never cured, just controlled & that a relapse is always possible. He does not feel that enough calcium will come from food alone to maintain his blood level. How much , he will determine down the road as he reduces the daily intake. It will not be a lot, more of a supplement, as opposed to the large amounts he's been receiving. Going down to 75mg/day for 2 wks & then 50/day for another 2wks is just a reduction process, that must, of course, go slowly so as not to upset his body/blood levels. The ultimate dose will be only once/daily. The next month remains at every 6 hrs. There's still a long way to go. The most important factor is that the doses he's been getting have resulted in 100% normal bone density, so the winding down process must go slowly. :thumbsup

[Katherine]

:wahoo

Hi :wave123

:fireworks :fireworks :fireworks :fireworks Wonderful, wonderful news!!! Well done Pip and to you Katherine for your dedicated care. The wonderful Sir Pip has you to thank for a new lease of life. I am so thrilled for you both. :wahoo

Solitaire, Paanchi, Bay and the rest of the rodent crew say ":wave123 Yay PIP!!!! Congratulations!!!! :wahoo "

Solitaire and Paanchi say "It's party time!!!!!!:D :D :D :D " Solitaire will send Pip some new pics tomorrow.

Many congratulations again. You have worked so hard to get this wonderful result.

Heather.
Many thanks to you, Heather, and your little ones for being so supportive of Sir Pip (he likes that title:) ) I have told him that you will post a new picture of Solitaire and he cannot wait. Now, with normal bone density, he can work hard at body building:

:strong :strong :strong :strong

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi :wave123

I hope that Pip is recovering from his celebrations.

Solitaire says "Hi :wave123 " and has asked me to send Pip a picture from her.

Heather.

[Bravo]

:fireworks So good to hear. :thumbsup

Next goal: meet the ladies. :D

[Katherine]

Hi :wave123

I hope that Pip is recovering from his celebrations.

Solitaire says "Hi :wave123 " and has asked me to send Pip a picture from her.

Heather.

Thank you Heather. Pip & I just came online and he can't stop staring at the beautiful Solitaire. What a face...such a beauty :Love_Icon

[Katherine]

:fireworks So good to hear. :thumbsup

Next goal: meet the ladies. :D

Thanks Bravo. We are very happy about the fantastic results. Pip is trying to get the nerve to PM BOTH Solitaire and Blueberry :wahoo

[tomcics]

Excellent news about little Pip-ster, made my day.

[Katherine]

Excellent news about little Pip-ster, made my day.

Thank you, so much. It's been a long road for Pip. MBD is a horrible illness and I am so happy his little bones have returned to normal density.

[pappy1264]

Katherine:

After a very sad weekend here, this is what I needed to see! Congrats to you and Pip, you both have worked so hard to get here! I am so proud of both of you!!!

[Katherine]

Katherine:

After a very sad weekend here, this is what I needed to see! Congrats to you and Pip, you both have worked so hard to get here! I am so proud of both of you!!!

Thank you, Mary. Pip has come a long, long way.

I just read and posted about your heartbreaking loss of Nibbles and Wiggles. I know how upset you and Brianna are. The babies were not meant to be here, long, but they moved on feeling love and caring from you:grouphug


RIP...Angels Nibbles and Wiggles

[Kelly Brady]

Well am I happy to see this news:thumbsup

I had no doubt he would be fantastic at his check up. Does this mean he can run on a wheel now? Is there things he can do now that he has checked out so well?

I am so proud of my little Pipster. Hugs from Aunt Kelly:wott

[Katherine]

Well am I happy to see this news:thumbsup

I had no doubt he would be fantastic at his check up. Does this mean he can run on a wheel now? Is there things he can do now that he has checked out so well?

I am so proud of my little Pipster. Hugs from Aunt Kelly:wott

Thank you, Kelly. Pip and I are very happy:) I asked the vet about a wheel and he feels that it may be too soon--said he wouldn't want to see any injury. So, Pip will keep himself occupied, tunnelling, shredding and most of all, staring a pics of Solitaire and Blueberry:multi

[island rehabber]

Where the heck have I been? (Darn marina & work stuff...)
CONGRATULATIONS PIP!!!!!!!!!!!! :wahoo:wave123:wahoo
I've signed him up for my cardio kick-boxing class on MWF at 8:30am, Katherine. He's ready for prime time :jump

[Katherine]

Where the heck have I been? (Darn marina & work stuff...)
CONGRATULATIONS PIP!!!!!!!!!!!! :wahoo:wave123:wahoo
I've signed him up for my cardio kick-boxing class on MWF at 8:30am, Katherine. He's ready for prime time :jump

Pip is soooooooooooo excited, IR. He also wants to impress the ladies...Solitaire and Blueberry:wahoo

[pappy1264]

Katherine, ask your vet about using those balls they walk around in. They don't usually run in them, but it will give him a change of scenery. Blueberry has a blue one...lol and she loves her (at night, since she is not a 'morning fuzzy'...lol)

[Katherine]

Katherine, ask your vet about using those balls they walk around in. They don't usually run in them, but it will give him a change of scenery. Blueberry has a blue one...lol and she loves her (at night, since she is not a 'morning fuzzy'...lol)
Thanks Mary. I will ask. Other than little cardboard "hide" boxes and his tunnels, Pip hasn't been allowed any toys. He can't read so he must be bored:dono

[pappy1264]

I don't think it should be an issue with your vet, they are different then wheels but will give him something new to do. They also have the satellite wheels, which are different then regular wheels, that may be safer for him, as well. Ask about them, too.

[Katherine]

I don't think it should be an issue with your vet, they are different then wheels but will give him something new to do. They also have the satellite wheels, which are different then regular wheels, that may be safer for him, as well. Ask about them, too.
Hi Mary. I spoke to the vet. He said anything that does not have steps with spaces in between, like a ladder, on which he could fall between or get a leg caught would be fine. I'm thinking that the green wheel that Blueberry is in would be great. Agree? He said satellite wheels are fine but i don't know what they are. He has plenty of room.

[LyddicleaveBurrow]

Hi Katherine :wave123

It's fantastic that it is safe for Pip to use a wheel now - in the UK there is a product called a "flying saucer" wheel which is a disc set on a frame at a slight angle. They have proved very popular as animals can't trap tails or feet so these are safe for beasties from African Pygmy Dormice to hamsters of all species.

Heather.

[pappy1264]

That is the 'wheel' I was talking about, Heather! lol I know Petco carries them, haven't seen them at Petsmart, though.

I am sure he will love having a wheel (solid floor). He has earned it!!!!! That is great the vet gave a thumbs up. I know Pip will be so happy!!!

[Katherine]

Hi Katherine :wave123

It's fantastic that it is safe for Pip to use a wheel now - in the UK there is a product called a "flying saucer" wheel which is a disc set on a frame at a slight angle. They have proved very popular as animals can't trap tails or feet so these are safe for beasties from African Pygmy Dormice to hamsters of all species.

Heather.

I don't know if we have anything like that. I neglected to mention that Pip can only have toys within his cage. He is too fragile to be loose. When he first came to me, I learned to pick him up carefully and sit him on my lap. The vet never wanted him outside the cage and he never showed any desire to to.

[Katherine]

That is the 'wheel' I was talking about, Heather! lol I know Petco carries them, haven't seen them at Petsmart, though.

I am sure he will love having a wheel (solid floor). He has earned it!!!!! That is great the vet gave a thumbs up. I know Pip will be so happy!!!

Mary. Is this the green wheel that Blueberry is in? I am not too far from a Petco but I want to be sure I'll be getting the right one?