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    Default Yellow pine chipmunk injured

    Our cat got a chipmunk unfortunately when it got too close to her enclosure.

    She had it by it's midsection. And it's dragging it's back legs. It has a ton of energy. It's I fair size tote now with coconut husk substrate and a small cardboard box I originally out it in. It's been attempting to climb the cardboard so has a fair amount of energy still.

    I put a very small bowl of water in the tote so it couldn't hurt it self.

    We are going to call a vet and try and find someone local to help in the morning. But we are willing to put in the work to help him rehab or to keep him if need be if he/she can't fully recover.

    What things can't we do to help him along best?

    I read in another thread that perhaps Pedialyte was better than water?

    I'm also worried that she may have damaged his spine. Is it possible that she could have damaged his vision because he doesn't seem to react in fear when my hand get super close to his face.

    But then again they weren't very afraid of us in the first place which is probably what led to the attack in the first place.

    Thanks for any advice. I'll try and get some photos in the AM as I'm sure people would love to see them.

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    Default Re: Yellow pine chipmunk injured

    Needs gabepintin and possibly meloxicam. Sometimes their paralysis can be reversed if done in time. There r other posts like this with advice from a admin that know what 2 do amd how to does.

    U can also look up a rehabber in your state or go to the thread that says rehabber list. U can call them at night .

    What state do u live in. It definately needs a vet, a rehabber or admin to contact u. Maybe they r asleep. Did you post this thread in urgent help needed. I found it under new posts.

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    Default Re: Yellow pine chipmunk injured

    I have human grade 300 mg gabapentin at home. Capsules.

    I'm in Missoula Mt if anyone knows anyone. As soon as the vets open I will be calling.

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    Default Re: Yellow pine chipmunk injured

    Quote Originally Posted by Ozzy2019 View Post
    Did you post this thread in urgent help needed. I found it under new posts.

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    I thought I had posted under emergency unless I did it wrong


    I'm just happy he made it through the night

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    Default Re: Yellow pine chipmunk injured

    I sent you Gabapentin dosing in a private message which can be accessed from the notifications link at the top of the page.

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    Default Re: Yellow pine chipmunk injured

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    Default Re: Yellow pine chipmunk injured

    He weighs 45 grams

    Little fella

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    Default Re: Yellow pine chipmunk injured

    Thanks for the help guys Dirk unfortunately passed this afternoon.

    Upon further examination afterwords I could see see small puncture wounds that look like it would be near his lungs.

    So I'm assuming he probably had both a punctured lung and possibly broken pelvis or spine.

    We've decided to modify our cars enclosure even more to make the fencing even smaller so the chipmunks can't get in.

    My poor husband is a bit distraught and blaming himself.

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    Default Re: Yellow pine chipmunk injured

    I’m sorry Dirk didn’t make it. Thank you for trying.

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    Default Re: Yellow pine chipmunk injured

    Thank you for trying to help your little neighbor.



    Godspeed little, fearless chippie.
    See my wild squirrel adventures in the thread "Squirtle's yard!":
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    Go with the angels little sweetheart.

    Thank you for trying to hep him.
    "In the midst of our lives we must find the magic that makes our souls soar."
    My darling Scooter, beloved Hami, sweet gentle Simon... YOU are the ones who brought that magic in my life. You've changed the way I see all things around me now and, because of you, I want to be a better person. This is not goodbye, my sweethearts. You be at peace, your work here on earth is done... now you are finally, truly free. Until we meet at the Bridge again, please remember that I will always love you.
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