Adult Flyer - Poss Head Injury

[Rhapsody]

I just received a call and have an adult female flyer on its way to my house..... report has it that she keeps
turning in circles, falls over and keeps her right upper extremity out when trying to walk.

Not having seen her my self yet --what are the suggestion, besides: warmth, hydration and fox valley?
I have prednisone on hand if any one thinks she may need it for swelling.

Thanks.

[Nancy in New York]

I just received a call and have an adult female flyer on its way to my house..... report has it that she keeps
turning in circles, falls over and keeps her right upper extremity out when trying to walk.

Not having seen her my self yet --what are the suggestion, besides: warmth, hydration and fox valley?
I have prednisone on hand if any one thinks she may need it for swelling.

Thanks.

Geez, can you call Jackie? Let me alert her to this thread. Do you know when the accident happened? Let me try to find some info.
I think that I read somewhere that lasix is being experimented with for head trauma. Let me go try to find that.

Do you have metecam?
Here's the link about the lasix.
http://thesquirrelboard.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29290
Now I am gong to pm Jackie.

[Rhapsody]

Geez, can you call Jackie? Let me alert her to this thread. Do you know when the accident happened? Let me try to find some info.
I think that I read somewhere that lasix is being experimented with for head trauma. Let me go try to find that.Yes, I got Jackie's.... number and Mrs. Skul --just trying to get some feedback while I get some pedialyte in the little girl (she is slightly dehydrated). The man found the flyer on the ground today, and she doesnt look to bad health wise, therefore, I am thinking the accident happened today or over night.

[Nancy in New York]

Yes, I got Jackie's.... number and Mrs. Skul --just trying to get some feedback while I get some pedialyte in the little girl (she is slightly dehydrated). The man found the flyer on the ground today, and she doesnt look to bad health wise, therefore, I am thinking the accident happened today or over night.

That's good that it was recent, more likely that something will help with the swelling then.

[Rhapsody]

I have her with me now..... it might be more of an injured back (or some thing) than a head injury, but I will let Jackie or Skull decided that. Thx.
She is calm and doesnt seem to be in any direct pain or at least not showing it and she is letting me hold her.

[Nancy in New York]

I have her with me now..... it might be more of an injured back (or some thing) than a head injury, but I will let Jackie or Skull decided that. Thx.

I hope they come on soon, or that you hear from one or the other.
If it's head trauma it's suggested that the body temp stay at normal or slightly less than normal rather than having the temp too high. I'm sure you already know that though.
Good luck with this little one. :grouphug

[Rhapsody]

I left messages --waiting now.
I weighed her.... she weighs 63 grams is that good for a flyer?

[Skul]

63 is well within the young adult range.

[Rhapsody]

OK - I did a full body exam and the upper right extremity that she keep straight is broken....... one bone is completely broken from the other. :(
I am waiting to hear from Jackie (left a message) to see what I can give her to help with the swelling & pain....... her weight is 63 grams.

[Rhapsody]

Here is a pic of the little girl...... CUTE!!

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/Rhapsody_1/4113_zps573fdcd8.jpg

[Nancy in New York]

OK - I did a full body exam and the upper right extremity that she keep straight is broken....... one bone is completely broken from the other. :(
I am waiting to hear from Jackie (left a message) to see what I can give her to help with the swelling & pain....... her weight is 63 grams.


If you have infant ibuprophen I can dose.

[Nancy in New York]

Here is a pic of the little girl...... CUTE!!

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e116/Rhapsody_1/4113_zps573fdcd8.jpg


OMG she is just precious!!!!!!!:Love_Icon

[Rhapsody]

If you have infant ibuprophen I can dose.I have the dose for that and benadryl....... but Thanks. :)
I will be taking her to see a vet tomorrow to see if the arm can be set.

[Jackie in Tampa]

If you are going to vet, theywill have meds for you/her... if not I am here.. I did not get message until this AM, so sorry carolyn.. it urked me so bad that I broke down and got a phone of my own again, afetr 1.5 years with NO phone.
let me know if I can help..
she is a cutie!

[Rhapsody]

Just got back from the vet..... the arm is ok --but she has sustained a head injury
and only time will tell if she will recover well enough to be released..... other wise
Buttercup will live her life out here with Marven and I.

[Rhapsody]

Jackie or others with medication exp.
The vet is saying to give her 1 drop of Metacam daily (7-10 days) for pain & swelling.
...... does that sound right to you? --she weighs 63 grams.

[Jackie in Tampa]

Jackie or others with medication exp.
The vet is saying to give her 1 drop of Metacam daily (7-10 days) for pain & swelling.
...... does that sound right to you? --she weighs 63 grams.
what strength metacam do you have?
1.5mg/ml OR 0.5mg/ml
metacam is great for inflammation and good for minor pain and is well tolerated as long as sq is hydrated.:thumbsup

[Rhapsody]

what strength metacam do you have?
1.5mg/ml OR 0.5mg/ml
metacam is great for inflammation and good for minor pain and is well tolerated as long as sq is hydrated.:thumbsupI have the 0.5mg/ml

[Jackie in Tampa]

I have the 0.5mg/mlhonest carolyn... it's about a drop...0.02ml is the correct dose ONCE a day

Love the name Buttercup:D

[Rhapsody]

Would this be ok to put Buttercup in for now..... since she is not to be climbing or jumping until we see if she recovers from her head trauma?
I would like honest opinions before I go and purchase, but hey if I go ahead and get it I could always put a hamster or two in it for Kyire.

--right..... :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl

http://lakeland.craigslist.org/pet/3710809379.html

[Jackie in Tampa]

Would this be ok to put Buttercup in for now..... since she is not to be climbing or jumping until we see if she recovers from her head trauma?
I would like honest opinions before I go and purchase, but hey if I go ahead and get it I could always put a hamster or two in it for Kyire.

--right..... :rotfl :rotfl :rotfl

http://lakeland.craigslist.org/pet/3710809379.html
I ain't answering...:D :poke
cages are better!

[Rhapsody]

Here is the PIC - (20 gallon reptile tank)
*Has locking screen lid. Was used for a mouse. Has food dish, water bottle, and hide-a-way

[Rhapsody]

Any one have any ideal IF the tank above would work for Buttercup while she recovers from her head injury?

AND......

I was wondering IF --1 cc per feeding (every 5 hrs) is enough for her atm?
--that is all I am able to get her to drink of the fox valley at a time.

Plus she keeps on burying her head in the corner of the pouch and scratching
--is this normal or behavior due to her head trauma?

:thankyou

[Jackie in Tampa]

How is Buttercup today Rhapsody?
did she go to the vet or did he Rx her over the phone?
sending her good happy healing vibes..


no on responded to your question...
:poke :poke


I myself hate aquariums..
no air flow, the sound inside one is terrible and most important they mold and harbor bacteria...hate a sq in an aquarium...
they're heavy and if an accident should happen, it's going to be bloody..
If she needs a container, a baby cage would best with 1/2 inch spacing...
small is good until you diagnose her true issues..

http://images.craigslist.org/3K13I53Jf5Gf5H45J2d3p6675a0dcbd9c11a8.jpg
love this cage, it has a large door on the front as well as small doors..
I use these as infirmary cages...thinking I see tthem on CL for less than 20 all the time.
I also see that the possibility of her climbing is nil...
I cannot think of one reason to buy her an aquarium...jmo.

Birdcage (Indian rocks beach)

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http://images.craigslist.org/3K43Gf3Mb5Ea5F55M6d3t6b3e660a94a31d84.jpg
Bird cage
$20

727-403-2711
Call or text
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[Rhapsody]

How is Buttercup today Rhapsody?
did she go to the vet or did he Rx her over the phone?
sending her good happy healing vibes..Yes, she did go to the vet to see "Dr. Thompson" --and he said she is suffering from head trauma and placed her on Metacam 1 drop daily for 7-10 days.

Dr. Thompson also said her turning to the left, going in circles and holding out her upper right extremity is all part of the head injury, therefore, only time will tell if Buttercup will be releasable or not...... atm she is content to just sit in one spot and she does not have the ability to grip to much with her paws....... hence why Dr. Thompson suggested I stay away from high standing cages for her until we see if she recovers any (dont need any more falls) -I sure do wish Henry's still sold their small long white cages.

[crazy4squirrels]

My little Scooter, cat caught, holds his front left straight at times and has the head tilt. Hugs to Buttercup.

[Rhapsody]

Buttercup drank 2cc of Fox Valley this morning....... :alright.gif :alright.gif :alright.gif
She is walking better (straight) licking up yogurt, and getting a little feisty --healing is occurring.

[Jackie in Tampa]

Buttercup drank 2cc of Fox Valley this morning....... :alright.gif :alright.gif :alright.gif
She is walking better (straight) licking up yogurt, and getting a little feisty --healing is occurring.nice update...
wonderful to hear things are looking up, yes!!

[Skul]

Buttercup drank 2cc of Fox Valley this morning....... :alright.gif :alright.gif :alright.gif
She is walking better (straight) licking up yogurt, and getting a little feisty --healing is occurring.
That's good news.
If you're still considering getting a large cage, you might check local flea-markets or second hand stores.

[Rhapsody]

Little bugger must be feeling much better --she got out her cage last...... now to start the hard task of finding her in a large 3 bedroom 2 bath house. *sigh*

:dono :thinking :thinking :thinking :dono

[Skul]

Little bugger must be feeling much better --she got out her cage last...... now to start the hard task of finding her in a large 3 bedroom 2 bath house. *sigh*

:dono :thinking :thinking :thinking :dono
Been there, done that.
A few times.:shakehead
Check flower pots or any vases that have more than a half-inch opening, while you're at it.
Turn off items that make noise (tv, radio...etc)
Just sit and listen.

[Rhapsody]

I had the little bugger in the kitchen --she crawled into the smallest vase in the world when she saw me coming after I turned on the lights..... then when I looked in at her she darted out like a cannon ball on fire. Now she is up in the kitchen stove and I am waiting in the living room in the dark, with her cage (and a bowl of food) in the kitchen right outside where she is....... wish me luck --its 2:00 AM. :thinking

[Rhapsody]

Finally captured her this morning around 5:00 AM --now I am off to bed..... I will check back in later --I am tired from being up all night trying to get this girl. :tilt

[Rhapsody]

OK --the little one seems to have recovered from her injury and is doing well..... is eating good, drinking, and jumping all over the cage at night --not to mention fights me & tries to bite when I pick her up during the day.

So, my question is...... What to do with her now? --how to go about releasing her. I know they should not be released as a single because they need to live in colonies for survival, but couldnt I try releasing her back where she came from or do they need to be released with a few more flyers at the same time?

:thankyou

[Sq-and-Chippy-Lover]

I remember my flyer in-the-house escape last year. Like Mrs. Skul said...They will be found when they WANT to be found.