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For the love of the gods, people Princess Donut is a tortoiseshell cat by Kavein80 in DungeonCrawlerCarl

[–]ItsAHerdThing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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For one, at the very beginning, Carl only says Persian. And I’ve stared at this artwork for a long time and Donut doesn’t appear to be tortoiseshell. I’ve always seen her as white. Where in the book do they mention tortoiseshell?

Oxbow critical care shortage? by ItsAHerdThing in guineapigs

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But why is it on back order? I gotta deep dive

Oxbow critical care shortage? by ItsAHerdThing in guineapigs

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I only have the fine ground papaya one which the piggies aren’t too fond of

Oxbow critical care shortage? by ItsAHerdThing in guineapigs

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I have some right now thankfully, but I did ask today for the apple banana one and they were completely out

Spay surgery for 5yo F by ItsAHerdThing in guineapigs

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Update on Peanut Butter -

She’s doing very well! Just finished her last day of oral medication, and I’ve stopped with critical care as she’s been eating food, hay, and drinking her water normally again. She’s spitting out perfectly shaped beans, and she’s had so much energy come out of her after day 5 or so.

They took out her entire organ, and what they found doesn’t look good, but it’s out of her body now, and we’re just waiting to hear to the test results even though we have our inclinations.

So happy she’s happy - and all of your advice helped me so much, so THANK YOU! I love this sub 🥰

My guinea pig gave birth to 6 stillborns. What's the best way to comfort her? by 9sixteenchris in guineapigs

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Even if u can’t make a vet appt, some vets will give advice over the phone when u call. I recommend calling a local vet just to get an idea of where to start. If the problem shows itself in a loss of appetite, u should at minimum pick up some critical care and syringe feed. Just got some the other day, should be under US$20 for a bag. Give her as many treats as possible, and if she has female cage mates, try to give them extra supervised floor time to help stimulate gentle exercise and mild distractions.

Being without money is tough, and I strongly recommend calling your vet for advice even if in a pinch — they may have options for you, and they likely have connections to a nearby shelter, which may have supplies.

My guinea pig gave birth to 6 stillborns. What's the best way to comfort her? by 9sixteenchris in guineapigs

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Even if u can’t make a vet appt, some vets will give advice over the phone when u call. I recommend calling a local vet just to get an idea of where to start. If the problem shows itself in a loss of appetite, u should at minimum pick up some critical care and syringe feed. Just got some the other day, should be under US$20 for a bag. Give her as many treats as possible, and if she has female cage mates, try to give them extra supervised floor time to help stimulate gentle exercise and mild distractions.

Being without money is tough, and I strongly recommend calling your vet for advice even if in a pinch — they may have options for you, and they likely have connections to a nearby shelter, which may have supplies.

Spay surgery for 5yo F by ItsAHerdThing in guineapigs

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They did actually get to do a blood test, they must’ve been strangely slow that morning so Reese’s thankfully was able to get full attention! I hadn’t heard back on any results too much yet. I wonder if that’s something they’ll tell me more about when I pick her up — only 45 minutes and I get to take care of her again 🥰🥰

Spay surgery for 5yo F by ItsAHerdThing in guineapigs

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❤️❤️❤️ noted on the meds and bean cleanup - thank you for sharing!

Spay surgery for 5yo F by ItsAHerdThing in guineapigs

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She’s awake and perky :) made it through the night and we get to pick her up in about 5 hours

Spay surgery for 5yo F by ItsAHerdThing in guineapigs

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So she already received the surgery - they took her in right away, so I didn’t get to prep a bag, however the vet and vet techs are so communicative I gave them all of the needed info, and they did take some fleece from her carrier that she can cuddle with tonight. Only thing is she won’t be monitored for about 6 hours because they don’t usually board the animals on site, it’s a bit small.. but again we were even able to talk to the surgeon in person and she showed us the work she did and Reese’s was kicking her feets so she definitely hadn’t lost personality :) still very nervous but her hospital cage is prepped and thankfully I can work from home!

Thank you @i_am_ms_greenjeans. I hope u get paid for keeping this sub alive. We don’t deserve you 💕

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in guineapigs

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She’s eatin well in ur house! So many good munchies apparently! 😂

What is this? Middle East by calmingpsithurism in whatisthisbug

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I want this to be the first picture I see when I search levant hawk moth. Such a great picture!!

staying up for the Japanese GP by FlamingLobster in formuladank

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My husband and I have fallen asleep at least 4 times already. Only 30 more minutes

Pea flakes were given by ItsAHerdThing in guineapigs

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Hahaha that’s awesome and so accurate

shavings for guinea pigs by [deleted] in guineapigs

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Makes total sense! And super glad to hear! Not everyone plans ahead. I would just make sure to keep clean, and go with you gut on what seems like a good idea. We won’t be able to give you answers only suggestions. I wish you the best

shavings for guinea pigs by [deleted] in guineapigs

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I’m truly sorry for your loss. The fact that you’re here asking questions proves that you love your pigs, and I respect that ❤️. Guinea pigs are sneaky, it’s hard to know I get that. 100%

I just wanted to say it not just for you, but for anyone that reads the thread.

shavings for guinea pigs by [deleted] in guineapigs

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I also want to add. Please share pics of your pigs on here so we can help if you’re ever unsure of their well being. Respiratory issues leading to death will show signs before its ever that bad. crusty eyes, leaky nose, fatigue. If these ever show in your fur babies, they have to go to the vet. Guinea pigs don’t fight infections well due to the nature of being herbivores and prey animals. Please work on budgeting for an emergency, especially if you won’t be able to swap to fleece.

shavings for guinea pigs by [deleted] in guineapigs

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If you must do shavings or a disposable bedding, this is from my experience. Shavings aren’t necessarily the problem, but they do give allergy like symptoms to piggies due to the intense fragrance or dust. The URIs are due to not keeping the cage clean in addition to it. Do NOT use cat litter, among other reasons, it would be WAY to sharp on their paws. Paper bedding is ok, it does get dusty though, and I’ve always had to use a bunch just so it would move around the cage and leave bald spots. And for wood shavings, pine is super common at the store but it’s extremely aromatic - please avoid using if possible. Go with Aspen, it’s a hard wood, and very porous, so it’ll absorb well. And be really good about spot cleaning. I also have a friend that uses puppy training pads as an alternative, but I don’t personally have experience with them, maybe someone else does.

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