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Pet Forum / Mammals / Rabbits / May 2008Cocoa seems to have rallied for now
Ok, I feel like the boy who cried "my wolf died". Last night, I almost thought I would have to take Cocoa in for emergency pts, but his appetite actually improved and he peed some. He ate lots of salad and grass, but was still having gassy noises and horror movie poops. Oddly enough, we went for a short sling walk last night...he seemed to want to get moving from two days of not having any walks at all. Ok, so we did a lap around the coffee table and he ate some bits of carrot. I came out early this morning and fed him more grass which he devoured hungrily, then I went back to bed. When I got up, I was surprised to find some fairly decent cecals which he hasn't had for almost five days. He even ate some hay today. I think the reglan kick-started him and is keeping him on track. Obviously his gut slowed down...which as Ronie said will happen more as he ages, so this is most likely a reprieve for a bit. So, I'm sure we're not out of the woods...it just may be a temporary unending that could last for a while...ok, we'll take that, but I sure thought it was the end. Yesterday, we laid on the couch together and napped. I'm glad I was able to stay home to nurse him, though I wonder with my German work ethic mind if I should have gone. *sigh* So, today we're going to try our longer walk and see if he will eat on his own more. I will go to work for a few hours at least. I told my customer the situation...she's ok with it for now. Cecals are definitely a good sign. Bunny guts sure are funny...almost science fiction...they are little aliens in fur...LOL Sorry if I got you all scared. I felt quite calm, but I wasn't allowing myself to think about anything but taking care of him. I'm sure it was a good dry run learning experience...so, we're on alert til next time whenever that may be. Thanks for your prayers...please don't stop. I'll keep you updated.  SignatureGod Bless, Arlette, Cocoa & Brownie in heaven (See us here) http://www.flickr.com/photos/11393346@N02/ Need a vet? Click here <http://www.rabbitvet.net> For Cocoa's body sling vids Click here <http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=cocoa3c> Bunderful news! Your chocolate Energiser bunny keeps on going, just as he should! Give him some nose rubs from me. Martin > Ok, I feel like the boy who cried "my wolf died". Not at all and don't think it for one second. Every minute of everyday with the ones we love is a blessing and we should all give thanks for that. You're both still in our prayers. God bless you both. Anthony & Max & Harlie I am so glad that Cocoa rebounded for you. I could not offer any advise because at Cocoa's age, it is hard to say how to react or provide any countermeasures. (especially, with all his different issues) Gut issues can knock a bunny *out of the ring* just by themselves, alone. So, it sounds like Reglan was the key to resolving this particular event. (the Metacam, too) I was certainly right with you sharing what was being a *at wits end* ordeal. This should be a reminder to all of us that a bunny is still a bunny and that though they have particular issues, they can still get an old case of the gas along the way. (if I'm making any sense) SignaturePeskyRabbit > Ok, I feel like the boy who cried "my wolf died". Last night, I almost > thought I would have to take Cocoa in for emergency pts, but his appetite [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > Thanks for your prayers...please don't stop. > I'll keep you updated. > I am so glad that Cocoa rebounded for you. I could > not offer any advise because at Cocoa's age, it is hard [quoted text clipped - 64 lines] > > - Show quoted text - We're not going to stop the prayers for Cocoa, but jumping for joy that he seems to be feeling somewhat better. Big sigh of relief from Eugene and me! Nose rubs and cyber hugs from Florida! Rhonda and Eugene (Fuzzy and Mocha FTB) I love that boy, and I feel relieved, as I'm sure you do, too! Keep on keeping on, Cocoa! You rock! Auntie Nona Arlette! You always have our prayers, that's the easy part. The attention, love, & dedication, you have given to Cocoa, "Now that's special". You have done the exact right thing. Imagine if you had gone to work & Cocoa did not make it. No doubt in my mind. You pulled him through. You Shine Girl! And as a PS, Reglan saves My Jumpy twice. He had the same symptoms as Cocoa. He will be 7 years old June 21, on the summer solstice. All our love! Professor, The Jump, Zolo, Wizard, & Magic Brenda >Ok, I feel like the boy who cried "my wolf died". Last night, I almost >thought I would have to take Cocoa in for emergency pts, but his appetite [quoted text clipped - 33 lines] > > i am here no matter what you cry... day or night. it is very hard to go through this alone( don't mean ray).... you need support. :) good news for now. hoping it keeps on.. i dreamed i came to thunder bay to you last night. i just wanted to help you. i held cocoa and he seemed fine. crossing fingers.. XXOO Cocoa, we are glad you are feeling a little better. You know how much Auntie Debbie worries and loves you. We are praying for you and your mom and so is my dad. Zoe, Tabitha, Tiffany, Lady Precious and Bugsy send noserubs your way. Love Auntie Debbie Good boy, Cocoa! I'll continue praying for you both. Joe Thanks everyone...your support here means the world to me, eventhough I couldn't talk on the phone...sorry Deb. I just needed to focus. I was afraid I would get too emotional and be useless. Cocoa was better to day. He ate a whole plate of salad all my himself without me having to hand feed him, and he went for a short walk. He also did a good pee twice so far today. He's waiting for me now...I'm tardy. He even ate some hay and bunches of grass. I'm so glad I had the reglan on hand. I happen to get extra after the Christmas mini bout of stasis. I think you're right Daryl, it did bring him back from the brink. His poops still look very weird, we'll see if that gets sorted. Ok, I better get his night stuff. I'm kind of late. We did a short trip to the Minnesota border to pick up some orders: birthday gifts and Father's day gifts. :) I'll keep you all posted! Thanks again for all your prayers and help!!!!!!! SignatureGod Bless, Arlette, Cocoa & Brownie in heaven (See us here) http://www.flickr.com/photos/11393346@N02/ Need a vet? Click here <http://www.rabbitvet.net> For Cocoa's body sling vids Click here <http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=cocoa3c> I'm really happy for both of you. Yeahhhhhh !!!! LOL !! Give Cocoa a kiss on his nose for me, Arlette. Hugs, Doinna Yay for Cocoa. Glad he isn't having discomfort. Always praying for tha boy. I enjoyed his new pictures on bunspace, too. Carla Liza and Jodie - Message posted using http://www.talkaboutpets.com/group/alt.pets.rabbits More information at http://www.talkaboutpets.com/faq.htm > Thanks everyone...your support here means the world to me, > eventhough I couldn't talk on the phone...sorry Deb. I just needed [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > did bring him back from the brink. His poops still look very weird, > we'll see if that gets sorted. I tried Beth's suggestion of Olive Oil when Oreo had his bout with GI problems, and I think it really helped. We'll keep praying for you and the little guy, give him a nose rub for me. Joe > Ok, I feel like the boy who cried "my wolf died". Last night, I almost > thought I would have to take Cocoa in for emergency pts, but his appetite > actually improved and he peed some. ,,, > Thanks for your prayers...please don't stop. > I'll keep you updated. > > -- > God Bless, > Arlette, Cocoa & Brownie in heaven This is wonderful news, Arlette. It's such a relief that he's rallied. It may only be temporary, as you say, but wonderful that you're getting this extra time with him, and that he feels so much better that he wants to move around and to eat. Nosebonks sent from the Varmints and hugs and noserubs from me. Ros I support the Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund http://www.rabbitwelfare.co.uk A hutch is not enough (/(-.-)\)(/(-.-)\) (")(")o….(")(")o Arlette, that rabbit is the miracle rabbit! I can't believe how strong he is. You're taking great care of him. Give him some scritches from me. Rhonda > Ok, I feel like the boy who cried "my wolf died". Last night, I almost > thought I would have to take Cocoa in for emergency pts, but his appetite [quoted text clipped - 31 lines] > Thanks for your prayers...please don't stop. > I'll keep you updated. >Ok, I feel like the boy who cried "my wolf died". Last night, I almost >thought I would have to take Cocoa in for emergency pts, but his appetite [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] >days of not having any walks at all. Ok, so we did a lap around the coffee >table and he ate some bits of carrot. That is wonderful news! I am so glad Cocoa has turned a corner in the positive direction! Lisa, Hershey, Boo Boo, Louise & Sharkey (Thelma, Wendy & Cartman FTB) |
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