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ozziesmum
Yearling
United Kingdom
736 Posts |
 Posted - 15/06/2013 : 14:25:54
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Lee you cannot take the blame for her previous owners lack of observation and proper care, in the short time she's been with you you have recognised there might have been a problem and acted upon it immediately with a trip to the vet and okay so the news is clearly not the best but you have done the right thing by her so you should be patting yourself on the back not feeling guilty so well done.  |
Jane.
   
Oscar Black Lab, Saffron, Merlin and Mischief the cats, assorted fish, Rhubarb & Custard the corns, Tuppence the Tortoise, Tripod the Leopard Gecko.
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ScaryVonHayleystine
Sub Adult
United Kingdom
1773 Posts |
Posted - 16/06/2013 : 14:11:49
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| Sorry to hear about the snake not feeling to well. Hope she gets better soon. :) |
Albino Addiction ... <3
0.1.0 - Creamsicle Cornsnake (Mo)
1.0.0 - Bubblegum Snow Corn (Gabriel)
1.0.0 - Lavendar 100% Het Hypo Corn (Ezra)
1.0.0 - Bairds Rat Snake (Lazarus)
0.0.1 - Crested Gecko (Pan) |
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Kellog
the nice one
United Kingdom
7308 Posts |
Posted - 16/06/2013 : 19:26:44
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I'm glad they were able to get the x-rays they needed Lee. I'm not too surprised about the fact that she'll probably need an operation and I'm sure you are dreading that happening. Just keep in mind that you are doing all that you can for her and if that is what needs to be done then you don't have any choice. Stay strong.
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Lisa west lothian
Egg
United Kingdom
76 Posts |
Posted - 17/06/2013 : 18:26:42
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| Poor girl hope she will be ok xx |
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herriotfan
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
5853 Posts |
Posted - 17/06/2013 : 19:07:58
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Any updates Lee?
Please don't feel bad about any of this. You've done your very best. You've given her a good home, you noticed there was an issue and have taken advice and sort the proper care.
I do hope everything turns out ok for her and you. |
Husband....Very Understanding!!! (Phil)
Son & Daughter (Kevin & Carol)
Granddaughter (Eva)
3.4.0 Cornsnakes Amel (Sidney) Caramel Stripe (Sultan) Amber (Cleo) Carolina (Phoebe) Anery Motley Stripe (Penny) Snow (Lily) Caramel (Holmes)
1.2.0 Royal Pythons(Peeps, Pandora & Pepsi)
1.0.0 Hognose (Hudson)
2.1.0 Dogs (Dillon, Alfie, Ellie)
0.1.0 Senegal Parrot (Peanut)
1.1.0 Bearded Dragons (Bonnie & Clyde)
1.0.0 Crested Geckos (Echo)
0.2.1 Hermanns Tortoises (Ebbie, Rosie & Twiglet)
0.1.0 Guinea Pig (Dolly-Pipsqueak)
0.1.9 Tarantulas (Poppy, Gypsy, Bumble, Insey Winsey, Sonic, Cookie, Raven, Fudge, Titch & Sox)
??? Foster animals
Location: Near Saffron Walden, Essex
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smart bunny
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
5091 Posts |
Posted - 17/06/2013 : 19:30:13
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Oh no, poor snake, I do hope she is OK :(
This is TOTALLY on the previous owner's head Lee, not yours, you have taken on a new snake, and the first thing you've had to do is take her to the vet because they have sold you an unwell snake! Good luck xx |
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Lee
Yearling
United Kingdom
522 Posts |
Posted - 17/06/2013 : 19:35:03
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| No news yet, still waiting for a diagnosis. She has had a terrible shed the last 2 days, flaking and bits everywhere and she's been very restless. I did manage to give her a quick soak in a bowl of warm water yesterday and this morning she had shed what was left. She's been very quiet today. |
1.2.4 Corn Snakes - Carolina, 2 x Bloodred het Lavender, Amel, Snow, Anery and Carolina.
0.0.1 Cali King - Ziggy - escaped!!
RIP Princess x |
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Kellog
the nice one
United Kingdom
7308 Posts |
Posted - 19/06/2013 : 09:04:43
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It's not surprising she had a bad shed Lee considering all the stress she's been under with going to the vets and having the x-rays done, as well as there being something wrong with her. I'm glad you were able to help her get rid of the retained shed.
She will be very quiet, she must be exhausted. I do hope you hear from the vet soon.
Xxx
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Lee
Yearling
United Kingdom
522 Posts |
Posted - 22/06/2013 : 10:20:57
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Just an update, she has lost another 23g this week, now at 315g, but I did manage to get her to eat a fuzzie yesterday, it took her a long time though and two attempts. That's the first thing she has eaten since 10/02.
Results from the vet is it's most likely a fecalith or urolith in the distal 20% or so of the snake, especially if the snake has not been eating well(concentrates uric acid), but cannot rule out kidneys. They would want to perform blood work and a barium series to confirm.
She's back to see them on Monday morning for the final decision on what to do. |
1.2.4 Corn Snakes - Carolina, 2 x Bloodred het Lavender, Amel, Snow, Anery and Carolina.
0.0.1 Cali King - Ziggy - escaped!!
RIP Princess x |
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Lee
Yearling
United Kingdom
522 Posts |
Posted - 22/06/2013 : 10:27:18
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| Well I spoke too soon, after typing the above post I went and checked on her only to find she had regurgitated the fuzzie, must have been in the last 1/2 hour. :( |
1.2.4 Corn Snakes - Carolina, 2 x Bloodred het Lavender, Amel, Snow, Anery and Carolina.
0.0.1 Cali King - Ziggy - escaped!!
RIP Princess x |
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lotabob
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
4334 Posts |
Posted - 22/06/2013 : 10:38:23
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Aww poor snake. I probably would avoid feeding just in case this is an impaction and she is unable to pass waste properly. Such an unfortunate situation you've inherited but its lovely to see someone doing all they can to remedy the problem. She does appear to be losing a lot of weight poor thing. Lets hope the diagnosis comes through soon and in the mean time i would just leave her quiet and just make sure she's a constant supply of fresh water.
I will keep my fingers crossed for you and the snake for Monday. |
Anery Corn snake SPOT. Royal Python, DUKE. Hogg Island Boa, SANKE. Albino House Snake, HAL.
Harlequin Crested Gecko HARLEY
Albino Horned Frog WAKA
Chilean Rose Tarantula TRIXIE. Brazilian Salmon Pink Bird-eating Tarantula SAM. Orange Baboon Tarantula BORIS.
Giant Asian Forest Scorpion, SALLY.
Giant African Land Snails, SHELDON & MICHELLE.
Budwing Mantis, MAIA
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Lee
Yearling
United Kingdom
522 Posts |
Posted - 22/06/2013 : 11:26:17
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| thanks lotabob, she is being left in piece and I change her water each day. She has actually been passing waste ok, which I find strange as she hasn't eaten for so long, don't know where it's coming from. |
1.2.4 Corn Snakes - Carolina, 2 x Bloodred het Lavender, Amel, Snow, Anery and Carolina.
0.0.1 Cali King - Ziggy - escaped!!
RIP Princess x |
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Kellog
the nice one
United Kingdom
7308 Posts |
Posted - 22/06/2013 : 21:56:32
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I'm sorry she's regurged but not too surprised. At least they have some idea what's wrong and will hopefully have a plan of campaign when you go on Monday. Has the vet suggested you put some Reptoboost in her water to help her?
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samjam
Snake Mite
United Kingdom
21 Posts |
Posted - 23/06/2013 : 15:28:13
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| How is she ? Ok I hope any update |
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Lee
Yearling
United Kingdom
522 Posts |
Posted - 23/06/2013 : 15:42:08
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| very quiet today, she hasn't come out of her hide yet. I have a vets app in the morning at 9.20 so will let everyone know what's happening after. |
1.2.4 Corn Snakes - Carolina, 2 x Bloodred het Lavender, Amel, Snow, Anery and Carolina.
0.0.1 Cali King - Ziggy - escaped!!
RIP Princess x |
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smart bunny
Fully Grown Corn
United Kingdom
5091 Posts |
Posted - 23/06/2013 : 18:51:35
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| Good luck tomorrow morning. |
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ScaryVonHayleystine
Sub Adult
United Kingdom
1773 Posts |
Posted - 23/06/2013 : 21:10:00
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| Good luck for tomorrow, Sending our best. |
Albino Addiction ... <3
0.1.0 - Creamsicle Cornsnake (Mo)
1.0.0 - Bubblegum Snow Corn (Gabriel)
1.0.0 - Lavendar 100% Het Hypo Corn (Ezra)
1.0.0 - Bairds Rat Snake (Lazarus)
0.0.1 - Crested Gecko (Pan) |
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Lee
Yearling
United Kingdom
522 Posts |
Posted - 24/06/2013 : 10:25:50
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| Hi all, unfortunately it didn't go well at the vets, because of her rapid weight loss over the last week or so, poor condition and the unlikelihood of her coming through the operation it was decided the best option was the put her to sleep. Thank you all for the comments and advice. RIP little girl. |
1.2.4 Corn Snakes - Carolina, 2 x Bloodred het Lavender, Amel, Snow, Anery and Carolina.
0.0.1 Cali King - Ziggy - escaped!!
RIP Princess x |
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Coal
Hatchling
449 Posts |
Posted - 24/06/2013 : 10:45:20
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| Very sorry to hear that Lee, such a shame that it didn't work out but you should be congratulated on doing all that could be done for her |
'Lovecraft' - CB12 male amel
'Sarnath' - CB13 male KSB (anery, het. albino) |
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ozziesmum
Yearling
United Kingdom
736 Posts |
Posted - 24/06/2013 : 11:33:35
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| Oh Lee I'm so sorry to hear that you lost her but take comfort from the fact that you did everything you possibly could for her but most of all you gave her the loving care and attention she had clearly missed out on with her previous owner. |
Jane.
Oscar Black Lab, Saffron, Merlin and Mischief the cats, assorted fish, Rhubarb & Custard the corns, Tuppence the Tortoise, Tripod the Leopard Gecko.
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Getting a little concerned now.
