Pneumonia- not yet though, just a couple of questions

[Rhubarb]

When I was feeding Henry today, he took a big gulp of milk. I immediately tipped him upside down and he sneezed for a bit. I kept him like that till he stopped sneezing and was quiet.I'm not sure if it even made it passed his lips- when I saw it on his tongue- I turned him over immediatly. I saw it as it came out and maybe it dripped on his nose as he was upside down- none came out of his nose.

If pneumonia were to develop- how long do you think it might be before I see / hear signs? What should I do from here?

I am so mad at myself- this is the first time this has happened and I love them both so much. So far, I've managed not to let this happen to Rhubarb, thank goodness. And Henry has gotten so robust and healthy. Now I'm worried.

[Mars]

Good Morning

As I mentioned in my PM DON'T PANIC You did just right. :thumbsup

What you are listening for is a distinct "clicking" sound coming from the chest/lungs when breathing. This could start anytime in the next 24 hours depending on if and how much fluid got into the lungs.

Again don't panic - you did good. :)

[Rhubarb]

Mars, I just pmed you. Please let me know if you got it.

[Mads]

Mars, I just pmed you. Please let me know if you got it.


That happened quite a few times with the Fab 5 .....I would immediently tip them upside down and they were all fine. I think that the older they become there is a few weeks where they do become more agressive suckers before they can handle it. It passed to......and then they became quite good at eating quicker and more efficiently....

I think you don't need to worry.