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Reggie doesn't seem himself

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Hi all

It's been a while since I've been on here but wanted to ask for some help.
Lst night i cleaned the boys cage but noticed Reggie wasn't his usual happy self.
He looked sleepy and felt quite light to usual.
I decided to give them both a bath to perk them up and noticed he had some poo stuck with I managed to get out although it seemed uncomfortable for him.

Then I kept him in a basket by my bedside all night, but in the last 24 hours he's not earn or drank anything.

Earlier I tried to hand feed him a cherry tomato which I cut up but he only had a tiny piece of it.

He's currently snuggled up with me on the sofa and seems happy enough bit I'm worried as he's not eaten, drank or even pooed.

Hope someone can give me some advice.

Thanks,

Stacey x
 
Is he bloated at all? When Did he last poo? I would get in touch with a vet ASAP as you know it's important to keep their digestion moving so they don't go into gut status.
 
It has been a whole day now since he's pooed and no he doesn't feel bloated x
 
Yes if he hasn't eaten or drank ALL DAY then a vets trip asap is in order! Their digestive system can shut down very quickly.
 
I phoned the vets last night and we are booked in today at 2.50pm.
I can't stop crying and hope everything will be ok x
 
He has had a small amount of tomato and apple and a couple of sips of water but that's only through me making him eat it. Will keep you updated x
 
MrsWilsoncroft said:
I phoned the vets last night and we are booked in today at 2.50pm.
I can't stop crying and hope everything will be ok x
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I am shocked and quite frankly concerned, that they haven't considered this an emergency. I'd call them back an ask If he can be seen immediately!
 
Amanda1801 said:
I am shocked and quite frankly concerned, that they haven't considered this an emergency. I'd call them back an ask If he can be seen immediately!
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Me too, did they not refer you to their emergency vet? All vets should have one on call!
He should of been seen last night, his condition will be worse now, esp if he's still not eaten or pooed.
 
I'm sorry for the late response, I've not been in any fit state to come online but Reggie had to be put to sleep.
My heart feels so empty right now and I cannot believe he's gone :0
The vet said he had pneumonia x
 
I'm so sorry, I recently lost my Marty Pig in the same way. Hugs to you
 
Omg really sorry to hear this :( RIP Reggie. Now in peace and free of ill health at rainbow bridge xx
 
I cannot believe he is no long with us, I just can't believe it :...:...
 
Oh my goodness, i'm so so sorry to hear about Reggie :( rest in peace little one hugs x
 
Thank you for your kind words.
I'm still sat in tears and don't know how I'm going to get through this week x
 
Its so hard when you lose one of your babies, just take it one day at a time hon, we are here if you need to talk xx
 
I'm at the doctors in the morning too for my depression tablets but reaally don't feel like talking to him right now.

I've been thinking of a memorial tattoo so he's always with me. I just not sure what design x
 
OMG! I've just caught up with this thread...Hun, I'm so so sorry you lost him! What a complete shock! Big, big hugs from me and the piggles. I still can't believe it!

RIP little Reggie :rose

I'm so sorry 8...
 
Just caught up with this thread. Really, really sorry you've lost Reggie. Massive hugs to you x

RIP Reggie
x x
 
I am so sorry to hear this. What an awful shock for you. If ever you want to talk them please pm me. You are not alone here. Please get your tablets from the doctor. It is vital you carry on taking them and do not develop side effects.
 
Thank you for your kind words.
Please help me think of a memorial tattoo for Reggie.

I'm at the doctors at 8.15 tomorrow to get my repeat medication then I'm at work, I just hope I can hold it together and not get upset because I'm finding it hard x
 
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