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SophieSquirrel (06-12-2018)
Mel1959 (06-12-2018), redwuff (06-12-2018), SophieSquirrel (06-12-2018), stepnstone (06-12-2018)
See if this helps you hwood.
SophieSquirrel (06-12-2018)
Good morning! Rocket is still with me this morning, and for that I am grateful. NancyinNewYork - I am fortunate to have a vet that will listen to me - he will get me medications under the guise that they are for one of my domesticated animals... I am so thankful he will do that, but he will not see them, and truthfully wouldn't know anymore than you all I don't believe lol. He is just a good guy that my family has known for many years and will help in ways he can. Stepnstone - I have been giving infant ibuprofen based off of a dosing guide I found here on TSB in another post. I would really appreciate if someone could verify how much I should give him though. He weighs 649 grams. His tail is curled and he is moving much better this morning. He is pancaking, sitting up on his back legs, and holding his head up more. Thank you all for your help so far.
Jen413 (06-12-2018), Mel1959 (06-12-2018), Nancy in New York (06-12-2018), redwuff (06-12-2018), SophieSquirrel (06-12-2018), stepnstone (06-12-2018)
Make sure the infant ibuprofen is 50 mg/1.25 ml strength.
For Rocket who weighs 649 grams the dose is 0.16
This can be given every 4 hours for pain, but try not to dose for
more than 2-3 days.
Always keep him well hydrated as this can be hard on their kidneys.
As far as meds go, I have no idea what is suspected that Rocket may
have, so I'm unsure as to what he should be given and for what.
Personally at this point, and with the improvement you are seeing,
I would hold off on additional meds.
This is a very encouraging update. Keep up the good work and the MBD protocol.
Forgot to mention. You are very fortunate to have a vet that will give you meds
if needed.
Edit: Unless you see that he is in extreme pain, ears back, hunched with head down, "white tears" etc.
I would not give infant ibuprofen more than a couple of times, ONLY if absolutely necessary.
It's VERY hard on the kidneys.
Last edited by Nancy in New York; 06-12-2018 at 07:40 PM. Reason: Added info.
island rehabber (06-12-2018), Mel1959 (06-12-2018), SophieSquirrel (06-12-2018)
Mel1959 (06-12-2018), SophieSquirrel (06-12-2018)
Second on that!
No more honey nut cheerios, tortilla chips, pretzels, or granola bars. Even if it wasn't MBD foods like that will put him on a fast track to developing it.
Stick to the Henry's diet to the letter: https://www.henryspets.com/healthy-d...pet-squirrels/
island rehabber (06-12-2018)
SophieSquirrel (06-12-2018)
Hi all! I have continued the MBD protocol and ordered the Henry's MBD kit. I have stopped the ibuprofen since he seems to feel better, and he still seems to be improving. He is actually acting ALMOST like his normal self!! He is climbing, eating broccoli, cleaning himself, and loving all the pets and attention. I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of my Henry's kit. I cannot thank you all enough for the help you've given! Hopefully these 'picky' blocks will make life easier for myself and Rocket.
Diggie's Friend (06-13-2018), Grinderhead (06-12-2018), gunpackingrandma (06-15-2018), Mel1959 (06-12-2018), Nancy in New York (06-12-2018), redwuff (06-12-2018), SammysMom (06-12-2018), SophieSquirrel (06-12-2018), stepnstone (06-12-2018)
What a relief!
Please stay with TSB and let us help you get Rocket on his healthy path.
redwuff
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Chickenlegs (06-13-2018), Grinderhead (06-12-2018), gunpackingrandma (06-15-2018), hwood (06-13-2018), island rehabber (06-12-2018), Mel1959 (06-12-2018), stepnstone (06-12-2018)
Chickenlegs (06-13-2018), gunpackingrandma (06-15-2018), hwood (06-13-2018), island rehabber (06-13-2018), Mel1959 (06-12-2018), SammysMom (06-13-2018), SophieSquirrel (06-13-2018)