Help, please.

[Loopy Squirrel]

Sharon, I am so very sorry that you are having to go through this. It is heart wrenching and more than most people can take. However, you are not most people. You are strong and your love for these guys is stronger than the pain you feel for them. God does have a plan and I think he is helping you on the sidelines. Prayers go out to all of you babies and especially Dumbo.

[Pointy Tale]

Dear Sharon—I am so very sorry that you are going through this, it must be horrific for you to deal with, but remember the Lord never puts on us more than we can handle. You are a strong woman, and are doing everything above and beyond what many, if not most people would ever imagine or understand to do.

Dumbo is beautiful, absolutely the most beautiful squirrel and sounds so unique and special. She has a special purpose, one in which we humans do not fully understand, but a purpose nonetheless. I will pray now for you, for Dumbo and with you.

O good Jesus, I accept willingly this sickness and trial which it has pleased You to lay upon Dumbo and myself. I confide all Dumbo's pains to Your Sacred Heart, and beg You to unite them with Your bitter sufferings, and thus perfect them by making them Your own.

Since I cannot render You the praise due to You because of the multitude of sorrows and afflictions, I ask You to praise God the Father for all Dumbo suffers, with the same tribute of praise You offered Him when your agony on the Cross was at its height.

As You thanked Him with all the powers of Your soul for all the sufferings and injustice which He willed You should endure, so, I pray You, give Him thanks for My trials, for Dumbos trials. Offer Dumbo’s sufferings, physical and emotional, to Him together with Your most holy pains to His eternal honor and glory. Amen.

[Nancy in New York]

:grouphug :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug Sweet Baby:grouphug :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug

[squirrelcharmer]

Thank you all for your prayers and kind words. Dumbo was out yesterday, she actually ran down the tree and was eating at the main dish. She filled up on plenty of avacado,nuts and seeds... and lots of water. She is still really poxy!, but moving better, breathing better and eating better. She does still have some bad areas on her feet, however, I am hoping she has not lost the right eye. I have some really good pics of her where you can barely see her eye behind the black lumps, so hopefully once the scabs fall off , she will still have her eyesight. We had terrible rain storms last night, and it has been overcast and more rain tonight. I haven't seen her today, unless I missed her coming down to eat while I was out shopping. I took some videos of her yesterday , because she was so much more active. She reminds me of my Patches! I will send you all some pics soon. Sharon:thankyou

[Legomom]

I'm so happy to hear that she is moving so well!! :wahoo Prayers do get answered! I will keep all of you in my prayers! :grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[Buddy'sMom]

Oh, squirrelcharmer, what a roller coaster! I'm just catching up with Dumbo's last pictures -- even worse and more heartbreaking to see than to have heard about. :Love_Icon :Love_Icon But then .... such a positive report, that she is feeling better enough to run and eat, and breathing better. :thumbsup :crazy :crazy I SO hope that continues, that she is over the "hump" and starting to recover! Keep doing what you are doing! :bowdown :bowdown

Continue to keep an eye on her breathing. :grouphug

:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[atlantasquirrelgirl]

I'm still praying, Sharon.

[4skwerlz]

:grouphug:grouphug:grouphug

[Ontario Rehabber]

Little steps for Dumbo, but it sounds like they are in the right direction. :thumbsup Prayers for Dumbo and all the other little ones you are helping. :grouphug You are a true saviour to these little sick babies, bless you. :bowdown :bowdown :bowdown

[squirrelcharmer]

I have some sad news. I have not seen Dumbo in 3 days. I have looked everywhere for her and been outside all day today, no signs of her. This is the 3rd day. I have pictures of her on the 23rd, plus video, but then I haven't seen her since. I pray nothing bad has happened to her and she shows up soon. This is what happened before, but when she returned she was so bad, she needs to be here everyday to get her food and treatments. I will let you know if I see her tomorrow. Sharon

[Jackie in Tampa]

Hoping for a good report...:grouphug

[4skwerlz]

:grouphug:grouphug:grouphug
Praying for Dumbo.

[Buddy'sMom]

Sigh. I hope she is just resting --- maybe she overdid it when she felt a little better the other day. :Love_Icon :Love_Icon

I hope you see her tomorrow. :thumbsup

:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[Ontario Rehabber]

Prayers, Prayers, Prayers, for the little one. :grouphug

[Pointy Tale]

Squirrelcharmer—any sign of your beautiful little Dumbo? She is in my thoughts and prayers.

[squirrelcharmer]

Still no signs off Dumbo! She was last seen on the 23rd. It doesn't look good.

[Buddy'sMom]

:grouphug :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug :grouphug

Still holding out hope for dear Dumbo. :Love_Icon :Love_Icon

................ But if she doesn't return, try to remember two things: She had a REALLY GOOD DAY on her last visit!! :) And it was because of all you did for her that gave her at least that day. A wild, happy and free day in her trees. :bowdown :bowdown

:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[Legomom]

Posting for Sharon.

Here are the last pics I took of her on the 23rd. I pray she is ok and will come back, but if not, I know in my heart she has probably gone to sleep in her nest and God took her quietly and peacefully. I have to believe that! I still hope she shows up again. Thank you all for your support.

The more I look at her pictures, the more I have noticed she looked pregnant, like Spot did. Do you think she could have had babies and just be up in a nest with them for awhile. I know Spot did that for a few days? Just asking. Thanks, Sharon

:grouphug :Love_Icon :grouphug

[Nancy in New York]

Oh you poor thing...She could have had babies if you think she was pregnant. I know with mine they would stay away for a couple of days after giving birth...Wherever she is, whether here on earth, or with the Lord, please know that you were so instrumental in helping her be where she is meant to be now...I don't know how you can do this, it is the saddest looking thing I have seen. If she doesn't came back we can hope that she died in a restful place and is now at peace and free of pain. If she comes back I know you will continue to love and care for her. Thank God she had/has you in her life...You're her angel:Love_Icon :Love_Icon :Love_Icon

[Ontario Rehabber]

Nancy has said it all. :grouphug :Love_Icon

[Sarabi]

prayers for you:grouphug :grouphug

[Fireweed]

I just finished reading this entire thread and I don't know if I can express how I feel about such beautiful, compassionate people like you, Sharon and Steve. All your beloved squirrels past, present, and future are so blessed to be living near you. Thank you from the depths of my heart for all you have done and are doing for these sweet little ones.

And to everyone else on the TSB and elsewhere who has helped out with Sharon and Steve's squirrels: I admire and greatly respect you for going out of your way to care so much and help as best you can.

[atlantasquirrelgirl]

When Peanut has a litter, she disappears for 2 weeks. Still praying that's what happened, but I can't imagine how stressful it must be on her body if she did have babies.

[Pointy Tale]

I just looked at the latest post of Dumbo’s pictures from the 23rd—Dumbo is still the most beautiful little squirrel. It is awful to know that she is in pain and suffering, but a Blessing to know that you are with her to help her. I pray she will return to continue her treatment to get well. I hope Dumbo will be another living Miracle. My prayers are with you.

[Ontario Rehabber]

Prayers for sweet little Dumbo and her babies. :Love_Icon You are such a squirrel angel to these sweet little ones. :grouphug :grouphug :Love_Icon :Love_Icon :grouphug

[Jackie in Tampa]

:grouphug S & S, thank you.

[squirrelcharmer]

It's July 1st, and still no signs of Dumbo. I pray she made it to heaven and is watching over all of us. Sharon

[Nancy in New York]

It's July 1st, and still no signs of Dumbo. I pray she made it to heaven and is watching over all of us. Sharon

Sharon...as do I:Love_Icon :Love_Icon
I also pray that you are at peace in your heart and mind.:Love_Icon :Love_Icon :Love_Icon
I pray too that you feel the support and love that is felt for you.:Love_Icon

:grouphug

[Ontario Rehabber]

If little Dumbo is up in heaven I'm sure she feels the love and care you gave her, as well as all the other little ones. :grouphug :grouphug :Love_Icon :Love_Icon :grouphug :grouphug

[Jackie in Tampa]

Sharon, I have no words, but am sending warm tight squeezed hugs, you are a special person and a wonderful sq friend.
I wish I could help you wait for Dumbos return, and I hope she does. If not, she has had a special and acknowldged life, for that, again ...thank you.
:grouphug

[Legomom]

More pics from Sharon & a note:


Here are some new pics of Patches and Spot. There are only 2 pics of Spot, you can still some some sores on her, but she is 99% better and will make a full recovery, she and Patches are a couple. And Patches looks wonderful. Thanks so much

*I think the first two are Spot & the rest are Patches.
Sharon, feel free to correct me if I'm wrong. :D

[Fireweed]

Sharon and Steve, I'm so sorry to hear you haven't seen Dumbo. Big hugs to you. I know it must be painful not to know what has happened. I pray Dumbo is in peace no matter where she is. I pray you are in peace, too.

Patches and Spot look amazing! You've done such an amazing thing. To first care, to then commit to so much work in order to help these little guys, and to see the work through to such results! You are an angel to these squirrels and to me you are truly an inspiration.

[Ontario Rehabber]

They are looking fabulous. :alright.gif :alright.gif :alright.gif
You have done, and continue to do a terrific job.
:Love_Icon :Love_Icon :Love_Icon :grouphug
Squirrel angels for sure. Bless you for caring for these precious little ones.

[Nancy in New York]

Absolutely amazing...what a wonderful job you have done. There truly are no words to express my gratitude for helping these poor little babies. This must be tugging at your heart every day to see what this disease does, and yet you still carry on to fight this terrible thing that ravages their little bodies. I'm left speechless, I'm just filled with admiration for you.:bowdown :bowdown :bowdown

[Jackie in Tampa]

Patches makes my heart smile...wow!
Spot, what an amazing sq!
Warm fuzzies!:grouphug

[Jackie in Tampa]

tinfoil need updates on the kids!:grouphug

[Jackie in Tampa]

:soapbox Sharon has pox again in the keys...
so NOW I am wondering about them building up immunities:shakehead
Good Luck Sharon...
here is some of this years sqs that the Gardners will try to help!:Love_Icon
and her message:
thank you, thank you, thank you Jackie. We lost our little guy last night. I knew we would. He was totally blind and had the pnemonia. I have three other sick ones. Another Dumbo, another Spot and Pinnochio. I have enclosed pictures of Dumbo and Spot. I will get some of pinnochio later. Can't wait to get meds started. Sharon

http://f841.mail.yahoo.com/ya/download?mid=1%5f3305531%5fAMPOjkQAATqWTHPqfArk2TN QIZ0&pid=4&fid=Inbox&inline=1 (http://public.bay.livefilestore.com/y1pk_k86vRIJlhELgkBf04m9Q6T4xJ5u0cx2E8bnADftCKvaF-45PDRje75khbQquJuLnVJF4TqCxku77o0jf7G6w/new%20sick%20squirrels%20004.JPG?download)

spot 2
http://f841.mail.yahoo.com/ya/download?mid=1%5f3305531%5fAMPOjkQAATqWTHPqfArk2TN QIZ0&pid=5&fid=Inbox&inline=1 (http://public.bay.livefilestore.com/y1p7fqjepaHl_I1ztjJGjPRgvA_2vlN2wP4PFCZr8Q7Y1usMxk e32-j4Pbw7K1MIq4MorfY444OxQ1KzllUgcpLuA/new%20sick%20squirrels%20005.JPG?download)

spot 2
http://f841.mail.yahoo.com/ya/download?mid=1%5f3305531%5fAMPOjkQAATqWTHPqfArk2TN QIZ0&pid=6&fid=Inbox&inline=1 (http://public.bay.livefilestore.com/y1pwCnmH0jmQo3qwuDKUlLBAatX5pd_7fVw5i1br4C9sKkdkiF FQJ-bWRBZXLCMROdoRefUlKL8QZuJPEu2nElguw/new%20sick%20squirrels%20013.JPG?download)

spot 2
http://f841.mail.yahoo.com/ya/download?mid=1%5f3305531%5fAMPOjkQAATqWTHPqfArk2TN QIZ0&pid=7&fid=Inbox&inline=1 (http://public.bay.livefilestore.com/y1px4LZzCO_-2nIG6PtK2xY5vz-_UBI0bDv3ZEwVfe0nPzRxIzLWEUZWfEa6Bf1JqJbV_JtsB2cxo mVaKQdAJQySA/new%20sick%20squirrels%20014.JPG?download)

spot 2

[squirrelcharmer]

I know it has been awhile since I have seen pox, last year was a good year for us here in the keys, but this however it is back, and BAD.
I have already lost 3, that I have tried taking in under my own care, but they died from pox, blindness and secondary infections(pnemonia). I am still caring for 3 more in my backyard with pox. I sure hope they are sucess stories like my Patches and first Spot. Thanks for all your support. SharonGardner

[Jackie in Tampa]

http://f841.mail.yahoo.com/ya/download?mid=1%5f3344603%5fALzOjkQAAJdYTHgv4wog3jw DQLM&pid=4&fid=Inbox&inline=1 (http://public.bay.livefilestore.com/y1pXEniZ4iRSBnh3-SbMWCF9B9wqhNDneOd1DRPhw1Cgg_PtJRLcLB8qX2M-qGPYaIoqhxkQPGicx93PJP94KdCxg/pinnochio%20002.JPG?download)


http://f841.mail.yahoo.com/ya/download?mid=1%5f3344603%5fALzOjkQAAJdYTHgv4wog3jw DQLM&pid=5&fid=Inbox&inline=1 (http://public.bay.livefilestore.com/y1pw_EyziujOxAOPzjYhCrcEpKokgd-D8_mGg7qtXi9FDD4EmCe4X8RDsFJBhGM_xW6kOVRpRebIKRhtq qw3XrzEQ/pinnochio%20003.JPG?download)


http://f841.mail.yahoo.com/ya/download?mid=1%5f3344603%5fALzOjkQAAJdYTHgv4wog3jw DQLM&pid=6&fid=Inbox&inline=1 (http://public.bay.livefilestore.com/y1p3lPpwwOyObaTm5Tqo8ITPLOwTCt-XUwfWl3gXswh_C7pK3534n3TwcUGzfhcEAQy3vdWq4RD2yYTHx jf_629Zg/pinnochio%20005.JPG?download)


http://f841.mail.yahoo.com/ya/download?mid=1%5f3344603%5fALzOjkQAAJdYTHgv4wog3jw DQLM&pid=7&fid=Inbox&inline=1 (http://public.bay.livefilestore.com/y1pq8tgor4Lx-tCDulaqjLEPyNw3gNxWlnX9UL_zg7yRZTE-pRFM6a2RjTbCIJ84nrfRUDbD1Icp9IULWc8Paqhaw/pinnochio%20006.JPG?download)
this is pinochio...
poor little guy...
sharon if anyone can do it, you can!:Love_Icon
were you able to get baytril or metacam yet?
use the acyclovir anyway...
sending all the good vibes i can:grouphug

[squirrelcharmer]

Lost Dumbo 2 today. I am still waiting on the baytril and metcam. I hate this awful disease. Sharon

[squirrelcharmer]

I am still waiting on my baytril and metcam, yesterday I found Dumbo curled up under my ivy plant in my garden by his water bowl, dead. He just couldn't beat the infection. Today coming home from school I saw my 4 healthy ones, plus Spot was sitting under my banana tree, but looked awful, one eye is almost covered totally in pox, other is all red and open sores, she has lost so much weight , fur on her body and tail are thinning bad. Looks like she is also having the breathing problems. this is the fastest I have seen it take 4 squirrels of mine to die. I am trying everything I can. Sharon

[squirrelcharmer]

Sad news again, came home and saw my little Spot curled up under her favorite tree dead from the pox and pnemonia, I have one sick one left, but he is doing very well, alot of the scabs have fallen off his face and nose and he is very active and healthy. Guess his meds kicked in fast. All my others are happy and healthy. Just been very depressing in the past month to lose 5 of my squirrels to this nasty disease.

[Nancy in New York]

Awe Sharon...you have been through so much with these babies...over a year now and you are still dealing with this. God bless you for helping the littles and for having such a big heart and making their lives easier...

RIP
Little Ones 116703

[Lanatwo]

Those poor babies. Thank you for all you are doing for these guys. What a horrible disease, so frustrating that we can't cure it! Don't they have the scientific world trying to save the red squirrel from the disease? I really hope they get somewhere. RIP little babies.:grouphug

[Mrs Skul]

I am so sorry Sharon! :sad
If you PM your Address. I have 2 extra bottles of ECHINACEA.
(Jackie Tea!!)
It worked miracles for the wons that would not take the meds.
Your in my prayers.CM918

[Jackie in Tampa]

Sq Charmer, I have a couple baytril tablets I can send...you can smash it and make it oral...
I recently sent a pkg out west and the Post Office intercepted the baytril tablets, yet allowed the oral ABs and capstar to make it...??
:thinking :dono
you and I have never had a problem with PO, I will send some baytril tablets on tuesday...with dosing instructions...fingers crossed. I have oral, but it is not real fresh...I will re check the dates, if ok I will send that.
If not the tablets are very fresh. I hope they make it...weird that POffice confiscated a dang dog anti biotic...weird:shakehead
:thumbsup I had the acyclovir on hand, glad you got it...
I can get metacam, {I do not have extra, or cash) what happened to your friends connection...ugh. I was so hoping she would come thru for you...

sorry to hear about your sweet buddies...so sad.
heartbreaking.
:grouphug

SQCharmer, mrs skul is a safe sq friend, it's ok!:thumbsup
Mrs skul, if SqCharmer doesn't get back on, PM me before tuesday and I will give you her address. Thank you:thankyou

Hang on babies...help is coming!:Love_Icon

[krawls]

PO is NOT permitted to open and inspect First Class or Priority Mail.
Only Standard Mail. (Parcel Post, Media etc.) :dono

[Jackie in Tampa]

PO is NOT permitted to open and inspect First Class or Priority Mail.
Only Standard Mail. (Parcel Post, Media etc.) :dono
It was priority in flat rate package...
and they did open it and take out two tablets...
I am not sure if it looked tampered with or if they notified the reciever about it...but they were missing and I know I sent them for sure!
...they actually opened a pill bottle and removed the two plain tablets and left the capstar in it's foil push out packs in the pill container...
I sent them to a member here...it was the first time I ever had issues with PO.
Once I sent a pkg and it never arrived...when I contacted PO, they said if it was a liquid and it leaked, they pitched it without notification...it was never found.
Now I really package liquids well.
I also have started using tracking, less than an dollar extra...

I sent a pkg to canada with FED Ex...customes did open and remove an item or two, can't remember what...:thinking
but that was almost expected...
I have sent stuff to canada using the USPO and it made it... thru customs too...
:dono :dono :dono :dono :dono

[squirrelcharmer]

thanks Jackie, will look for the tablets in mail. I am still hoping my friend comes thryu with meds. She is dating a vet. here in key largo, just she can be a little forgetful and I have called several times. Thanks for all the kinds words everyone. I am doing my best. And will the help from Jackie and all the goods treats and food I have been giving my last sick one, he is doing so well> I am sure he will pull thru this, he is nothing like the other ones were. Thank God Sharon

[SquirrelsinSingapore]

Thanks Sharon,

For all good efforts to treat ill squirrels, hopefully for now we are better experienced in the situation, have the meds ready and can act early should any pox squirrel be seen again in the area...

Does TSB have funds to donate to? A treasurer? Does it accept paypal?
Just trying to do my bit... I know that gasoline and meds cost =/ :osnap

Lets not let pox take away our squirrels again *rally**!

[jazzysquirrel]

I"m a newbie here and still learning to follow the threads. Please tell me these poor squirrels got help in the end. I have never seen anything but healthy squirrels--this broke my heart.