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Post by miaaow on Aug 11, 2005 22:40:09 GMT -8
my little gerbil, Mospo, is sick. He's over 3 years old, but got sick very suddenly. he still runs around, but i just noticed tonight that his eyes are glued shut and he is drooling. what's wrong with him?  please help, i love my little gerbil. |
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Post by doomgerbiluk on Aug 11, 2005 23:28:23 GMT -8
He may have a 'cold' or he may be more seriously ill. 3 is elderly and with age comes a range of possible illnesses and often a general deterioration, just like humans.
It's worth seeing a vet and finding out whether its just an infection that can be treated with antibiotics, after all gerbils can live quite a long age. But do remember that despite the fact you will hear of 4, 5 or even 8 year old gerbils these are the exception and not the rule. Good luck and I hope your gerbil recovers to spend more time with you.
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Post by meganb52 on Aug 13, 2005 6:46:20 GMT -8
I agree with Doom. It's worth it to take this little guy to a vet to see what's going on. He may have an upper respiratory infection, or one of his organ systems may be failing due to his advanced age. I would take him to see a vet ASAP.
-Megan
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please help, i love my little gerbil.