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Post by gerbilluvr on Mar 23, 2010 12:06:52 GMT -8
OK... i was just wondering if i can feed my gerbie acorns? because i have been giving him (Prince) acorns and i was wondering if i should be doing that... or am i in serious trouble by a vet?  |
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Post by Powerpuffgerbils on Mar 23, 2010 14:35:35 GMT -8
I'm assuming no. I think they can be poisonous, and since it's coming from outside (and probably from the ground!) you don't know what could be lurking around in it.
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Post by gerbilluvr on Mar 23, 2010 14:39:15 GMT -8
uh oh... are you a vet?
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Post by gerbilluvr on Mar 23, 2010 14:41:44 GMT -8
i really need a vet... NOW!!! brb i am going to the Vet Listings
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Post by Powerpuffgerbils on Mar 23, 2010 14:54:34 GMT -8
No I'm not, but I do know that different types of acorns can be poisonous. Not to mention that they are doming from the ground...
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Post by Shooting Star on Mar 23, 2010 15:10:47 GMT -8
No, acorns are not safe to feed. There's a good chance they have pesticides on or in them, and acorns are toxic to many animal species all on their own. Quercus PoisoningThat said, unless Prince is showing symptoms, you probably don't need to rush him to a vet. If he starts acting poorly, by all means take him in, but it would likely be a wasted trip at this point. The danger in acorn (and many other) toxins is when they build up in the body. Just stop giving him acorns, and keep a close eye on his health and behavior for the next week or so. |
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Post by gerbilluvr on Mar 23, 2010 15:44:48 GMT -8
phew... ok... well just in case i posted a thread in the Vet Listings that says: "Good Gerbil Vet in Lewiston, Maine?" if you know one... plz answer there NOT here
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