What a Saturday! New cavy pig

Okay forgive me I'm a few days behind since I've been super busy!
This happened last Saturday.


I got a txt msg from someone saying "Want a cute tan/white guinea pig someone dropped off at Petsmart". First thought was who in the world?! Come to find out it was my friend Jess. Apparently my ex boyfriend gave her my #. So I drove out there and saw the pig. A total CUTIE! The persons LAME reason to dumping her was "My sister gave her to me because her kid would not take care of it". Ummm HELLO since when are KIDS held responsible to taking complete care for another life? Last time I checked ADULTS were in charge for the care of another ones life - kids, pets, etc. What a stupid and lame excuse for not wanting the poor thing! Also the person had her living on Ceder bedding. GROSS and the worse kind of bedding ever for really all animals.

So I grabbed some things for her and brought her back on home with me.

She looks good over all except she is SUPER skinny under all of puffy fur. Can feel every rib, hip bones, back, leg, shoulder bones, etc


And to make matters ever greater.... I believe this skin and bones female pig is pregnant. She has one big belly on her yet everywhere else is nothing but skin and bones.

This is "Hope" so I've been calling her!
http://www.primevalbeauty.com/hope/P1020954.JPG

http://www.primevalbeauty.com/hope/P1020962.JPG



http://www.willowdaisy.com/GP2.jpg

cute little piggy!

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She is sooooo cute:D Best of luck in bringing her back to her piggy fatness!

What an adorable little abby!!!! Very cute face. If she is pregnant, be careful. If any of the babies are male, by the time they are 4 weeks old they can impregnate their mother and any sisters. Sex the litter at 3 1/2 weeks and remove any males. The girls can room with mom. I apologize if you already knew this, but if you didn't, it is important. She is a real cutie!!!!

Ah yes I do know about how males need to be moved out at 3 1/2 weeks. So far I can only feel two "squishy bubbles" in her belly. So if they are the babies hopefully all goes well! Any tips on how to fatten her up a bit? She has pellets at all times and now I'm giving her alfalfa hay since I know she & possible babies could use it.

Why would you take this girl in when you've already rehomed some of your own guinea pigs?

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Originally Posted by joyful girl

Why would you take this girl in when you've already rehomed some of your own guinea pigs?

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Color me confused! So what isn't a lame excuse?
Cute pig. :)

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Originally Posted by joyful girl

Why would you take this girl in when you've already rehomed some of your own guinea pigs?

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Because well I felt sorry for her and I miss having a wheeker around. Also the only reason I re homed those other two guinea pigs was because I was moving to FL (in which I did for a short period of time. Things didn't work out with the guy and I didn't like it) and I had a 17 hour drive down there during July and it's heat. On tops of July and it's heat my car does not have AC. Not sure if you know or not but Guinea Pigs over heat very easily - anything over 85 is highly dangerous for them. So re homing those two pigs was the best thing I could do at the time because they would have not made it in my sun baked oven aka car with out AC on the 17 hour trip.

well I would think that if you already have had to rehome several animals it's probably in your best interest to stop getting more

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Originally Posted by joyful girl

well I would think that if you already have had to rehome several animals it's probably in your best interest to stop getting more

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I think her reason for rehoming those BEFORE she left Florida showed she cared about them.I do not see how its a problem if she gets one now:confused: .

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Originally Posted by joepythons

I think her reason for rehoming those BEFORE she left Florida showed she cared about them.I do not see how its a problem if she gets one now:confused: .

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trust me... she has a lot of history rehoming pets

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Originally Posted by joyful girl

trust me... she has a lot of history rehoming pets

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I am not sure of the reason why you are being so negative here:confused: .I had to find homes for a few snakes in my past does that make me instantly a bad person who should never own a snake ever again? I placed a 13ft+ retic we had and my reason for doing so was simple.I have had several surgeries(cancer) and i was unable to care for venus properly.Now do you think the same about me as you seem to feel about Allison? I would like to know so pm me if you like.

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Originally Posted by joyful girl

trust me... she has a lot of history rehoming pets

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If I remember correctly didn't you just have to re home a pair of your cali kings like a month or two back because your hubby said you had to?

I think everyone at some point in time or what not will have to re home or have to sell their animal/pet when they don't want to. Just because I re homed a pair of guinea pigs for their own sake and safety, does not make me the spawn of Satan for owning animals.

?? Question: If she's preggers, (or even if she's NOT) how is it you supplement their diets w/Vit C? Is there some sort of supplement to food or water, or do U give them hi-C greens????

I do think there is a difference between selling snakes and rehoming other pets. Most cats/dogs/ferrets/ect become attached to their owner as snakes do not.

I just can't let you go off about how people have lame excuses for rehoming pets when I know you've rehomed pets before or kept them in not the best conditions.

You may give different reasons on this board then you do on all the live journal communities you and I are both in because you don't want to look bad here but you can't deny the reputation you have on live journal.

and Allison aren't you concerned that you are going to pass the ring worm you have all over your arms to the new piggie?

What on Earth is your problem with her getting a new pig?? And the ringworm comment- just innapropriate. Seriously, just PM her! Don't have a cow on the public forums! :zerb:

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Originally Posted by Sausage

What on Earth is your problem with her getting a new pig?? And the ringworm comment- just innapropriate. Seriously, just PM her! Don't have a cow on the public forums! :zerb:

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I agree and i reported that post AND neg rep her for it!

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Originally Posted by joyful girl

I do think there is a difference between selling snakes and rehoming other pets. Most cats/dogs/ferrets/ect become attached to their owner as snakes do not.

I just can't let you go off about how people have lame excuses for rehoming pets when I know you've rehomed pets before or kept them in not the best conditions.

You may give different reasons on this board then you do on all the live journal communities you and I are both in because you don't want to look bad here but you can't deny the reputation you have on live journal.

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What do you mean "you cant let her" who made you god? Now that we know your reasons for the harrasment of Allison i think it might be a good idea to avoid one another.

I'm not harrassing her.
I am however worried about the animals and her passing ring worm to them.

I've expressed my concerns and I'm going to leave it at that.

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Originally Posted by joyful girl

trust me... she has a lot of history rehoming pets

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I have been rehoming animals all my life. Most of the time money comes from my own pocket. They call it rescue, which I have done for 30 yrs. Also when I do research on a pet that I'm acquiring all the little behavior things don't come in that information. As long as someone takes excellent care of their animals and then takes care in who they rehome them with it should not be a concern. I myself had 4 of my personal dogs that I had to rehome. With the help of my best friend they all got excellent homes. I went thru a divorce and basicly ended up in a rental for a few yrs. That doesn't make me bad. What would have been bad if I tried to drag these animals from spot to spot while I tried to get my life together. Unless you know the circumstances don't be so fast to judge. If youare concerned IM someone and ask your questions.:)

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Originally Posted by joyful girl

I do think there is a difference between selling snakes and rehoming other pets. Most cats/dogs/ferrets/ect become attached to their owner as snakes do not.

I just can't let you go off about how people have lame excuses for rehoming pets when I know you've rehomed pets before or kept them in not the best conditions.

You may give different reasons on this board then you do on all the live journal communities you and I are both in because you don't want to look bad here but you can't deny the reputation you have on live journal.

and Allison aren't you concerned that you are going to pass the ring worm you have all over your arms to the new piggie?

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Well let's see.
I've had my dog for 9 years. She'll be 10 this Oct.
I've had cats all my life, my last cat had cancer and had to be put to sleep. Out of the 8 cats I grew up with, NOT ONE was ever rehomed! They all either died from old age or had to be put down for cancer or other bad/painful medical reasons.
The cat I have now, I took her in from a dirty old steel plant where I work at part time. She was born a stray/wild cat.
As for the ferret.... I WATCHED him for a friend for a whole two week. He was never mine, nor did I "get rid of him".
The guinea pigs I had since they were about 4-6 weeks old when I got them from a pet store. That was back in late 2002, early 2003. I HAD TO rehome them because of moving, like I already said.

Also yeah this is not live journal. Live journal is full of a bunch of animal nazi's where there is only one way and one way only to care for your pet. So sorry I don't rush my dog, cat, whatever pet off to the vets every time he/she sneezes or acts "off". Also so sorry that I don't give my animals TOP DOLLAR pet food. I'm NOT made of money so getting everyone that 5.5lbs of top pet food for $20 or that 20lbs of food for $55 just is NOT in my budjet. Maybe it is for you, but not everyone can afford that. Does that make them bad pet owners? No!

Now as for the ring worm on my arm, YES I DO have ring worm on my arm right where my arm bends that I got from my rat. What have I been doing? I've been wearing LONG sleeves, putting actual bleach on the ring worm spot since over the counter creams aren't working. Also I've been washing everything super good. I'm NOT rubbing my arm where it is, anywhere near my pets... BUT just because I have ring worm is not going to make me stop petting them or giving them attention.


So yes, I don't know why you have decided to bash me on here or what crawled up your behind and died... Maybe because I really no longer post that much on the live journal pet community because well everyone tears each other apart for being a "stupid pet owner" when someone doesn't 100% agree with what you do.

Maybe you just felt the need to stir up a bit of drama? I don't know but you will now be the first person I actually block on here. Good riddance!


Also if anyone actually does think any of my animals are in "danger" in my care because I don't "keep them in not the best conditions." I will whole heartily welcome you to come to my house and have a look around. Adam, Shaun, anyone who happens to pass by Maryland on 95?


Now I'm done!

Oh by the way, very cute pig!!:D :D

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Originally Posted by lillyorchid

Well let's see.
I've had my dog for 9 years. She'll be 10 this Oct.
I've had cats all my life, my last cat had cancer and had to be put to sleep. Out of the 8 cats I grew up with, NOT ONE was ever rehomed! They all either died from old age or had to be put down for cancer or other bad/painful medical reasons.
The cat I have now, I took her in from a dirty old steel plant where I work at part time. She was born a stray/wild cat.
As for the ferret.... I WATCHED him for a friend for a whole two week. He was never mine, nor did I "get rid of him".
The guinea pigs I had since they were about 4-6 weeks old when I got them from a pet store. That was back in late 2002, early 2003. I HAD TO rehome them because of moving, like I already said.

Also yeah this is not live journal. Live journal is full of a bunch of animal nazi's where there is only one way and one way only to care for your pet. So sorry I don't rush my dog, cat, whatever pet off to the vets every time he/she sneezes or acts "off". Also so sorry that I don't give my animals TOP DOLLAR pet food. I'm NOT made of money so getting everyone that 5.5lbs of top pet food for $20 or that 20lbs of food for $55 just is NOT in my budjet. Maybe it is for you, but not everyone can afford that. Does that make them bad pet owners? No!

Now as for the ring worm on my arm, YES I DO have ring worm on my arm right where my arm bends that I got from my rat. What have I been doing? I've been wearing LONG sleeves, putting actual bleach on the ring worm spot since over the counter creams aren't working. Also I've been washing everything super good. I'm NOT rubbing my arm where it is, anywhere near my pets... BUT just because I have ring worm is not going to make me stop petting them or giving them attention.


So yes, I don't know why you have decided to bash me on here or what crawled up your behind and died... Maybe because I really no longer post that much on the live journal pet community because well everyone tears each other apart for being a "stupid pet owner" when someone doesn't 100% agree with what you do.

Maybe you just felt the need to stir up a bit of drama? I don't know but you will now be the first person I actually block on here. Good riddance!


Also if anyone actually does think any of my animals are in "danger" in my care because I don't "keep them in not the best conditions." I will whole heartily welcome you to come to my house and have a look around. Adam, Shaun, anyone who happens to pass by Maryland on 95?


Now I'm done!

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Allison,i think you hit the "nail on the head" as they say.Its obvious that her reasons for slamming you are because you no longer frequent that "other" site.I had to block my first member here also recently and do not miss him at all,you gotta do what you gotta do i guess.I find it VERY funny she says she knows your animals are poorly kept but she has NEVER been to your home:P .

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Originally Posted by joepythons

Allison,i think you hit the "nail on the head" as they say.Its obvious that her reasons for slamming you are because you no longer frequent that "other" site.I had to block my first member here also recently and do not miss him at all,you gotta do what you gotta do i guess.I find it VERY funny she says she knows your animals are poorly kept but she has NEVER been to your home:P .

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Originally Posted by joepythons

Allison,i think you hit the "nail on the head" as they say.Its obvious that her reasons for slamming you are because you no longer frequent that "other" site.I had to block my first member here also recently and do not miss him at all,you gotta do what you gotta do i guess.I find it VERY funny she says she knows your animals are poorly kept but she has NEVER been to your home:P .

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My reasons for concern are not because she doesn't frequet LJ anymore. She's on there all the time how do you think I know about her having ring worm?

I find it funny that you think I don't know anything about her. Just because she doesn't post the same stuff on here as she does on live journal doesn't mean it doesn't happen.

I don't just make things up.

i can certainly understand your concern jenn. ring worm is very contagious and personally, until it was cleared up i wouldn't be handling any critters.

allison have you seen a doctor? i know my girlfriend used one of the flea medications... "program" i think it was to get rid of hers. the doctor recommended her using it when the other meds weren't working.

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Originally Posted by lillyorchid

Now as for the ring worm on my arm, YES I DO have ring worm on my arm right where my arm bends that I got from my rat.... BUT just because I have ring worm is not going to make me stop petting them or giving them attention.

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congratulations on your new piglet... do be careful you don't pass your ringworm along to it though. ;) you mentioned that you are still cuddling and handling your pets... please use caution. if the ringworm goes thru everything you have... think of the expense and time it'll take to clear everyone up. :rolleye2:

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Originally Posted by lillyorchid

I'm NOT made of money so getting everyone that 5.5lbs of top pet food for $20 or that 20lbs of food for $55 just is NOT in my budjet. Maybe it is for you, but not everyone can afford that. Does that make them bad pet owners? No!

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actually, when you feed the higher quality foods, you animal eats less... poops less and is getting more nutrition. so over the course of a year... it actually costs you less to feed. most people don't realize that... but it's true. when we put our pets onto nutro brand foods... the food bills went down, not up ;)

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Originally Posted by joepythons

I agree and i reported that post AND neg rep her for it!

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and how was it inappropriate?
she posted on a public site saying she had ring worm and then posted saying she got a new pet. It's not like she told me in confidence and I told her secret?

so 2 neg feedbacks for asking if she was concerned about passing the ring worm on?

I'd also like to add that when Andre was exposed for having kept his snakes with another snake that had an RI everyone freak out.
How is it any different to expose an animal to an RI or to knowingly expose them to ring worm?

let's not get off topic here... so i started a new thread to discuss the rehoming of critters here:

http://www.ball-pythons.net/forums/s...654#post486654

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Originally Posted by recycling goddess

allison have you seen a doctor?
you mentioned that you are still cuddling and handling your pets... please use caution.

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No I've not gone and seen a doctor. Don't have health insurance nor do I have $200 bucks to throw towards a doctors visit right now.

Yes I am still petting them and talking to them. Cuddling them? No I'm not doing that.

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Originally Posted by joyful girl

I'd also like to add that when Andre was exposed for having kept his snakes with another snake that had an RI everyone freak out.
How is it any different to expose an animal to an RI or to knowingly expose them to ring worm?

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Well since you are asking i will answer.The differance was because Andre was SELLING the animals that were in contact with his sick snake.I never read a word that Allison was SELLING said animal.Now do you see the differance?

allison,

may i ask... why would you bring another critter into your home when you don't have enough money to get proper health care for youself?

i support you bringing in new critters... but not when you are financially strapped. what if that little piglet needs to see a vet?

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Originally Posted by joepythons

Well since you are asking i will answer.The differance was because Andre was SELLING the animals that were in contact with his sick snake.I never read a word that Allison was SELLING said animal.Now do you see the differance?

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actually joe... no i don't. she is bringing in a new critter... who is already very underweight... into a home with untreated ringworm.

since she isn't treating herself... is she treating her rat? i'm guessing not but of course i could be wrong.

here's some info on ringworm:

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Ringworm


Ringworm is a contagious fungus infection that can affect the scalp, the body, the feet (athlete's foot), or the nails.
People can get Ringworm from: 1) direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person or pet, 2) indirect contact with an object or surface that an infected person or pet has touched, or 3) rarely, by contact with soil.
Ringworm can be treated with fungus-killing medicine.
To prevent Ringworm, 1) make sure all infected persons and pets get appropriate treatment, 2) avoid contact with infected persons and pets, 3) do not share personal items, and 4) keep common-use areas clean.

What is Ringworm?
Ringworm is a contagious fungus infection that can affect the scalp, the body (particularly the groin), the feet, and the nails. Despite its name, it has nothing to do with worms. The name comes from the characteristic red ring that can appear on an infected person's skin. Ringworm is also called Tinea.

What is the infectious agent that causes Ringworm?
Ringworm is caused by several different fungus organisms that all belong to a group called "Dermatophytes." Different Dermatophytes affect different parts of the body and cause the various types of Ringworm:
Ringworm of the scalp
Ringworm of the body
Ringworm of the foot (athlete's foot)
Ringworm of the nails

Where is Ringworm found?
Ringworm is widespread around the world and in the United States. The fungus that causes scalp Ringworm lives in humans and animals. The fungus that causes Ringworm of the body lives in humans, animals, and soil. The fungi that cause Ringworm of the foot and Ringworm of the nails live only in humans.

How do people get Ringworm?
Ringworm is spread by either direct or indirect contact. People can get Ringworm by direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person or pet. People can also get Ringworm indirectly by contact with objects or surfaces that an infected person or pet has touched, such as hats, combs, brushes, bed linens, stuffed animals, telephones, gym mats, and shower stalls. In rare cases Ringworm can be spread by contact with soil.

What are the signs and symptoms of Ringworm?
Ringworm of the scalp usually begins as a small pimple that becomes larger, leaving scaly patches of temporary baldness. Infected hairs become brittle and break off easily. Yellowish crusty areas sometimes develop.
Ringworm of the body shows up as a flat, round patch anywhere on the skin except for the scalp and feet. The groin is a common area of infection (groin Ringworm). As the rash gradually expands, its center clears to produce a ring. More than one patch might appear, and the patches can overlap. The area is sometimes itchy.
Ringworm of the foot is also called athlete's foot. It appears as a scaling or cracking of the skin, especially between the toes.
Ringworm of the nails causes the affected nails to become thicker, discolored, and brittle, or to become chalky and disintegrate.

How soon after exposure do symptoms appear?
Scalp Ringworm usually appears 10 to 14 days after contact, and Ringworm of the skin 4 to 10 days after contact. The time between exposure and symptoms isnot known for the other types of Ringworm.

How is Ringworm diagnosed?
A health-care provider can diagnose Ringworm by examining the site of infection with special tests.

Who is at risk for Ringworm?
Anyone can get Ringworm. Scalp Ringworm often strikes young children; outbreaks have been recognized in schools, day-care centers, and infant nurseries. School athletes are at risk for scalp Ringworm, Ringworm of the body, and foot Ringworm; there have been outbreaks among high school wrestling teams. Children with young pets are at increased risk for Ringworm of the body.

What is the treatment for Ringworm?
Ringworm can be treated with fungus-killing medicine. The medicine can be in taken in tablet or liquid form by mouth or as a cream applied directly to the affected area.

What complications can result from Ringworm?
Lack of or inadequate treatment can result in an infection that will not clear up.

Is Ringworm an emerging infection?
Although Ringworm is not tracked by health authorities, infections appear to be increasing steadily, especially among pre-school and school-age children. Early recognition and treatment are needed to slow the spread of infection and to prevent re-infection.

How can Ringworm be prevented?
Ringworm is difficult to prevent. The fungus is very common, and it is contagious even before symptoms appear.
Steps to prevent infection include the following:
Educate the public, especially parents, about the risk of Ringworm from infected persons and pets.
Keep common-use areas clean, especially in schools, day-care centers, gyms, and locker rooms. Disinfect sleeping mats and gym mats after each use.
Do not share clothing, towels, hair brushes, or other personal items.

Infected persons should follow these steps to keep the infection from spreading:
Complete treatment as instructed, even after symptoms disappear.
Do not share towels, hats, clothing, or other personal items with others.
Minimize close contact with others until treated.
Make sure the person or animal that was the source of infection gets treated.

This fact sheet is for information only and is not meant to be used for self-diagnosis or as a substitute for consultation with a health-care provider.

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http://www.dhpe.org/infect/ringworm.html

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Originally Posted by joyful girl

and how was it inappropriate?
she posted on a public site saying she had ring worm and then posted saying she got a new pet. It's not like she told me in confidence and I told her secret?

so 2 neg feedbacks for asking if she was concerned about passing the ring worm on?

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Cmon now its very obvious you mentioned her having the medical problem because no one was taking your side like they do on that other site.Now unless something mentioned on another site has something to do with a member here doing something wrong please stop trying to bring this site down.

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Originally Posted by joepythons

Well since you are asking i will answer.The differance was because Andre was SELLING the animals that were in contact with his sick snake.I never read a word that Allison was SELLING said animal.Now do you see the differance?

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so you wouldn't care if he kept sick snakes with other snakes as long as it wasn't for sale?

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Originally Posted by recycling goddess

actually joe... no i don't. she is bringing in a new critter... who is already very underweight... into a home with untreated ringworm.

since she isn't treating herself... is she treating her rat? i'm guessing not but of course i could be wrong.

here's some info on ringworm:



http://www.dhpe.org/infect/ringworm.html

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Aleesha,i meant the differance was she is not trying to sell said animal.Sadly its cheaper to care for a animal medically or such then it is to get health care for us :( .I will spend my last nickle if any of our animals needed something before i would spend it on myself.So i can see someone else doing the same.

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Originally Posted by joepythons

Cmon now its very obvious you mentioned her having the medical problem because no one was taking your side like they do on that other site.Now unless something mentioned on another site has something to do with a member here doing something wrong please stop trying to bring this site down.

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joe... aren't you the pot calling the kettle black! :colbert:

regardless... i understand her intentions - she is concerned about allison's animals... just as any other member here would be.

should this have been handled via PM's... yup definitely. ;) but now that we all know about the ringworm... i hope allison will see that (i can only speak for myself here) i am not attacking her... just asking her to look at this from another perspective is all. :hug: i hope she gets treatment and gets her pets treatment and all is well.

and i hope her new piglet thrives in her loving home! :sunny:

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[/url] Aleesha,i meant the differance was she is not trying to sell said animal.Sadly its cheaper to care for a animal medically or such then it is to get health care for us :( .I will spend my last nickle if any of our animals needed something before i would spend it on myself.So i can see someone else doing the same.

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no... but she did choose to bring a new, underweight critter into her home when she was already aware of her ringworm.

and she has stated she doesn't have the cash to get care for herself...

so why would you bring in something new?

i understand having it happen and you already have a million critters... i do. it's the choice to bring in another critter who isn't totally healthy itself (and possibly has babies growing inside it) that concerns me.

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Originally Posted by recycling goddess

allison,

may i ask... why would you bring another critter into your home when you don't have enough money to get proper health care for youself?

i support you bringing in new critters... but not when you are financially strapped. what if that little piglet needs to see a vet?

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If I wanted to go to the doctors I could. I have money, I just rather not give it to a doctor who is just going to give me something that doesn't work. Been there and done that. I hate doctors. Always have and I have to be "dying" before I'll go see one.

As for the animals.. I have two "hidden" credit cards that are there just for my pets in case of an emergancy or vet trip.

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Originally Posted by joepythons

Cmon now its very obvious you mentioned her having the medical problem because no one was taking your side like they do on that other site.Now unless something mentioned on another site has something to do with a member here doing something wrong please stop trying to bring this site down.

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I could care less if anyone here takes my side or not.

I know how she really is with a lot of her animals from WHAT SHE'S SAID on other sites. If she's going to put it out there to be read by people then she has to be willing to accept concern for what she does.

I've seen many people discuss what other people do or don't do by what they've read on other sites. It's no different here.

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Originally Posted by joyful girl

so you wouldn't care if he kept sick snakes with other snakes as long as it wasn't for sale?

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Gee you are funny lol.I never said i did not care.I was just pointing out the differances between them.If someone comes here and asks for help since there animal is sick they get help.If someone is trying to sell animals that MIGHT be sick they are exposed.If someone adopts a animal in the attempt to give it a better life then they are approved of.I see no reason to bring ANYONES personal health into a thread here because you dont like them.Now do you see the differances?

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Originally Posted by recycling goddess

joe... aren't you the pot calling the kettle black! :colbert:

regardless... i understand her intentions - she is concerned about allison's animals... just as any other member here would be.

should this have been handled via PM's... yup definitely. ;) but now that we all know about the ringworm... i hope allison will see that (i can only speak for myself here) i am not attacking her... just asking her to look at this from another perspective is all. :hug: i hope she gets treatment and gets her pets treatment and all is well.

and i hope her new piglet thrives in her loving home! :sunny:

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Aleesha,i am shocked it was you to bring that stuff up here.Yes i said something on fauna but i never brought it here.I apologized on fauna and here though.I never mentioned anything from a post on another site though.

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Originally Posted by recycling goddess

actually joe... no i don't. she is bringing in a new critter... who is already very underweight... into a home with untreated ringworm.

since she isn't treating herself... is she treating her rat? i'm guessing not but of course i could be wrong.

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Am I treating the rat? Yes tomorrow I'll be giving my vet a ring and see what he has to say or what he thinks the best action plan would be. Since when I realized what it was it was to late to call them.

Just because I brought in a new critter, doesn't mean she is going to get it. I'm really watching what I do and I'm already a clean freak so my clean freakness is now in over drive. So I'm probably going over board with washing everything. But better to be safe then sorry.

And another thing... the pig was already here before I got ring worm. I know it isn't from her since she is very anti social and doesn't like people. Also my rat was the one who was crawling up and down my sleeve a few days ago, and she been itching a lot lately so I'm pretty sure she is the one who has it and who I got it from. Believe me I don't want anyone else to get it and I'm trying my best to just keep it to myself!!!

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Ringworm of the skin (shows up) 4 to 10 days after contact.

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sorry... i thought you knew about the ringworm before yesterday when you brought the new piglet home.

i apologize for my assumption.

Oh no. I brought the piggy home LAST Saturday - Jan 6th. Sorry for the misunderstanding. I've just be behind on everything for the past week so I'm trying to catch up. No problems or hurt feelings. I'm glad you have written what you have about the ring worm.

:hug: thanks for accepting my apology allison

To jump in here, I bred and showed guinea pigs for years. The babies need to be weaned at THREE WEEKS to avoid any males mating with mom or sisters. They are notoriously hard to sex at this age- even experts have been wrong- so try to find someone knowledgeable to help.

If you are feeding a freshly milled guinea pig pellet, that will have plenty of vitamin C for the pig. You can fatten her up with a BIT of calf manna or sweet feed. DON'T overdo it or it can lead to toxemia and death. I would only give a teaspoon or two a day. Don't forget unlimited hay to maintain gut health.

If you'd like to see my pigs (yes, I rehomed most of my herd to another breeder when I dissolved my caviary but I'm not going to go into that :eek: ) the website is Cool beans caviary I still keep it up for old times' sake.

Thanks June!!!