She still isn't drinking....she isn't eating......she looks super skinny and she sat under the dripper letting it hit her head and she is super cold. We are trying to force feed her electrolytes/appetite stimulant....but it isn't doing any good. She won't open her mouth. I am scared were losing her!!! SHe is super skinny! HELP PLEASE!!!
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She's getting worse.....I am worried.
IMAT
Jun 01, 2006 08:44 PM
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kinyonga
Jun 01, 2006 09:21 PM
You said..."she is super cold"...this has always been bad news in my experience. I hate to say it, but I think she's signing out. 
If you have a syringe (without a needle) or an eyedropper, you might be able to slip a little fluid at a time between her lips.
lele
Jun 02, 2006 03:15 PM
I agree, this does not sound good, and even if you could get her to a vet s/he may not be able to do anything. kinyonga's comments int he earlier thread about the WC laying and then dying may be what is happening.
You could try to create a little ICU setup for her in a a tank with some paper towel for floor and a branch (horizontal) or non-terry towel just so she has something to grasp on to and feel secure.
Set the tank on a raised metal screen top (or similar) on a heating pad (you want the airflow and also for the glass not to get too hot). This setup will help retain moisture and warmth, just monitor the temps very carefully. I have no idea if this will help, but maybe she will be comfortable.
It is up to you, but if/when you get to the point of losing her I am sure a regular vet would euthanize her for you and would think it would be a minimal charge. Of course, this is your decision.
If you find you can get a little fluid in her you could make bug juice (link below) or a very runny Repta-Aid (Fluker's, sold at most pet stores) so she gets some nutrition as well.
I hope none of this is the case and that she does OK.
Bug Juice
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