Re: Loss of appetite
Originally Posted by
lonipaige
I have been searching around in here to find some info, but there is just so much so I apologize if this has been answered.
My baby just opened his eyes on Friday, but we have had him for about 10 days. We think he may be closer to 5 weeks old now and 95 grams. I have been pretty paranoid about him getting pneumonia. He just gets so excited over food that he tries to eat as fast as he can, then gets mad at me for going too slow.
Today, he has not really gotten out of his box and isn't excited about his food. He ate about 3 cc's then lost interest. He had no problem peeing and pooping, but just went right back to sleep. His teeth are coming in fast and he was nibbling on his rodent block, but didn't eat it.
When should I be concerned?
Hold his chest to your ear like an old school phone and listen for a "clicking" sound on both inhale and exhale.
This would signal aspiration pneumonia. If he were to have Ap you would need to administer an antibiotic asap.
Aspiration pneumonia can take them down and out fast. I would recommend searching for antibiotcs sooner then
later in case they are needed. Baytril Cipro, Augmention, Clavamox are a few good ones to acquire. Many human
meds can be used when diluted and dosed properly. If you tell us what you can come up with we can tell you if
it can be used and how to dose.
Step-N-Stone
State Licensed
Wildlife Master Rehabilitator