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Post by marls on Jul 12, 2021 8:44:46 GMT -8
Hi everyone If you remember, a while back we had some drama with Anton’s teeth and scent gland surgery. So, about a month ago, Anton had develop an infected lump under his front arm. It was drained twice and finally lanced. He was given antibiotics. He also suffered a stroke and the vet feels that this was due to the blockage of blood vessels from the abcess. He is not in any pain but has lot use of his leg and generally is needing to sleep a lot and take things slowly. He is not uncomfortable according to the vet so I just need to give him the extra TLC. The reason I’m actually writing is that I’ve noticed that Ramone seems to be acting strangely. He actually bit me today which is very unlike him. He tends to spend a lot of his time in the nest with Anton. He doesn’t seem poorly. He is eating, drinking and I have checked his teeth and they are perfect. But he isn’t running around as much over the past couple of days or chewing his toys (which is very unusual). Could he be more anxious maybe as Anton is not really coming out much? I can’t think of what else would be wrong with him. His coat is shiney, his eyes and nose are clear, teeth perfect length and in line. This has just been for the last day or two but I’d be appreciative of anyone’s thoughts please. On Saturday I had them in the play gym and he was so hyper as usual so. It sure what is going on. Thank you
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Post by catnut on Jul 12, 2021 13:56:40 GMT -8
sorry to hear about Antons' issues. It is very warm where they are? warm temps. can make gerbils sluggish so try to keep it below 75 degrees if you can. How old are they? maybe he wants to keep his brother company as well? Does he chew like normal? Just watch for other things like not drinking or eating as much- maybe put food right by their nest so they can eat and be able to reach it better as well, just in the shavings.
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Post by marls on Jul 12, 2021 14:06:55 GMT -8
Thank you. Anton is 3.5 and Ramone is 1 year. He is eating and drinking but seems really clingy to Anton since he’s been unwell. Anton is improving but Ramone seems much more skittish since Anton’s been unwell. It’s not warm at all. I’ve checked his teeth twice today and they are perfectly aligned. I’ve moved the food and water so it’s more accessible like you’ve said. I was just wondering if Ramone has become more anxious since Anton’s been unwell? Or is there something else I should be looking at? Thank you 😊
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Post by marls on Jul 12, 2021 14:12:30 GMT -8
Sorry, meant to say that he isn’t chewing as normal. Normally he’ll go through a toilet roll tube in seconds but he hasn’t touched them at all today.
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Post by catnut on Jul 13, 2021 14:32:20 GMT -8
hmm, i don't know but try to give him a tube and hold it for him to see if he can chew it okay. Does he let you hold him so you can check him underneath to look for sores, redness or anything not normal? he could be stressed with his friend not well. If you think he isn't well, i'd get him checked by a vet.
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Post by marls on Jul 14, 2021 11:42:20 GMT -8
Thank you! Yes, I’ve examined him all over. Nothing! He has started chewing again and has begun to perk up. So has Anton so maybe that is what the problem was. I’ll keep and eye and take him to the vet if he starts acting odd again. Thank you!
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Post by catnut on Jul 15, 2021 13:08:35 GMT -8
Glad Ramone is caring for Anton, soo great when gerbils love one another.
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