Re: Not easy to post new threads and lack of info on choking
Originally Posted by
Poky
I had a juvenile that would stop breathing and losing consciousness. I gave rescue breaths and would rub his
chest. I did this five times and I was not there for the sixth and he died. The problem was, when I performed
this first aid I had him upright. This went on for a week.
The first incident was a red flag, the second should have been your wake up call to seek the professional help of a veterinarian.
Your afterthought; "I would give a million dollars to get my squirrel back" should have been your forethought to get him the medical
attention he needed. Leaving him alone knowing these incidents were occurring was irresponsible on your part.
Your not the first (newbie) to come on this board and attack it's forums and / or it's users over their own short comings, opinions, etc.
Do understand your as free to delete your account as you were to join.
Grief takes it's toil and the majority here understands the process. Your transference of guilt may make you feel vindicated for the moment.
It's only temporary! Reality is permanent!
Step-N-Stone
State Licensed
Wildlife Master Rehabilitator