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Iv had this problem they even weighed practically the same. I use to cut a little piece of fur off one which worked a treat.

An old boy I had absolutely loved a warm damp flannel rub down. I very gently started with his face and smoothed it down in one go down his body. I swear he smiled while I done this

Fab idea about the oil

Big day today really excited for you. Little do they know life's about to get fun

Thank you

Thanks for all the advice and support guys :hearts: I had a good read through your post you linked beeratz it makes a lot of sense. In fact iv just done a deep cage clean and the boys are super happy with the changes :D I have stopped babying them and although still a little jumpy they have improved...

I had my gorgeous Billy pts on Thursday and its hit his 2 brothers hard :cry: they seem so nervous, don't want to come out and have gone off their food. Iv got them in a SRS and decided to block off the bottom half thinking the smaller space might help. I'm not sure if that's the right thing to do. ...

ElizabethW wrote:after waving the contents of the tissue in his face, I now have a traumatised hubbie

poor hubbie

Such sad news I am sorry. It will be a big adjustment for you all but hopefully your weekend together will help

Fingers and paws crossed Muffin continues to improve stay strong you've given him the best possible chance.

Phew that's a relief. I saw a new vet today that specialises in exotics and owns rats herself she told me to drop another sample off in 7 days.

Thanks just got back and been given doxy 1/4 twice a day He has got a uti. Will add the metacam, never thought about that.

Well Muffins in the best place. Now's the hard part,waiting.

Thanks guys Billy's booked in at 4.30 this afternoon. I have done a few tests and they have all read the same. Now is the hard part trying to get a sample to take with me if it is a uti what would be the best ab?

Just seen this you will be at the Vets now. I really hope Muffins ok. Sending hugs to you both

I dip test regular and have noticed my 22 mth lad Billy is reading high for leukocytes. He reads high for protien and is showing the classic signs of kidney failure. His urine doesn't smell and contains no blood, he is bright and active eating and drinking well. My question is are the high leukocyte...