Smitten

[naturestee]

That's fantastic! I'm so glad they're able to help you.

For bedding, you could try a couple layers of fleece from a fabric store. It's pretty cheap, can't unravel, washes well, and is comfy. I've seen it recommended a number of times for disabled buns.

 

[pla725]

I think Smitten is telling me is time for her to go. It was just the way she looked at me during her butt bath. I'll see what the vet says.

 

[Pet_Bunny]

ray:

 

[pla725]

Thanks. I hope I can make the right decision for her. Her spirit seems diminished.

 

[Maureen Las]

I know that when Babette was unable to stand and kept falling over and dragging herself around it was really hard. She developed a big pressure sore on her side . That was when I knew it was time
You and Smit have been through so much together ; I know that she'll let you know what she wants.
'Hugs"
Maureen

 

[pla725]

Smitten has an appointment with Dr. Duggan at Animal and Bird Health in Cherry Hill. Dr. Duggan is great with rabbits. I'll keep everyone informed.

Yesterday was just a downer of a day for me. I kind of lost some hope. Hopefully there will better days ahead for all.

 

[Maureen Las]

Smitten is a fighter that's for sure .....

 

[pumpkinandwhiskersmom]

Keeping you and Smitten in my prayersray:

 

[pla725]

Leaving for the vet in a little bit. I'm trying to remain optomistic. I'm taking Smitten's companion Sawyer with me as well. I will update tonight or tomorrow depending on the outcome of the visit.

 

[naturestee]

ray:

I'm really hoping for good news.

 

[pla725]

It's good news. Smit has arthritis in her low spine around her pelvis. I saw the x-ray. Dr. Duggan did blood work to check her white blood cell count and kidney values. Kidney values were fine. I figured they would be. Smit is on panacur, zithromax and metacam. She might need the metacam for life.

Dr. Duggan feels the metacam should help Smitten get back on her feet. I'll know in a few days.

I'm going to switch all my rabbits over to this practice.

We are all tired.

 

[Maureen Las]

Get some rest!
yes that is good news!!!

 

[pla725]

Smit is resting now. I'm not that far behind. We were at the vet's office for two hours.

 

[pumpkinandwhiskersmom]

What awesome news! Get some much deserved rest!

 

[pla725]

Smit hates taking her meds. She wasn't thrilled about taking the metacam this morning. Dr. Duggan prescribed a high dosage than normal to see what happens. Smit is taking 1 cc for now.

 

[pumpkinandwhiskersmom]

Whiskers hated the meds we had to give him last week when he had stasis...it was a major chore to get him to take it. Good luck!

 

[pla725]

Stillno attempt at getting up but I haven't lost hope. I will let her out tonight and see what happens.

 

[naturestee]

Will she take the meds if they're mixed in something yummy? I can get Fey to take most stuff by mixing it in canned pumpkin. Dora will take anything that's mixed with Bene-Bac. Mmm, yummy!

Still hoping for good results.ray:

 

[tonyshuman]

C'mon Smitten!

 

[pla725]

I'll try the pumpkin. Thanks.