I might need to euthanize my rat

[dan2333]

My rat Skittle is not feeling well. After reading some of the posts on here, I think it might be the right thing to do.

He has to two tumors/absesses (one on each side), he doesn't eat as much anymore, he doesn't poo much, his eyes are half shut, and he is always tired.

I'm so worried about him. I might take him either to Dr. Munn, or the local vet. I'll make sure they do it as painlessly as possible if I do.

Skittle is declining fast. He might also be hiding his pain/discomfort.

 

[SQ]

I am so sorry.
When rats are very ill and we are unable to help them improve, this difficult decision is often the kindest thing we can do for them.

Please read the following sticky: viewtopic.php?f=20&t=9582

 

[dan2333]

I just changed his cage and fed him some baby pablum. He is actually eating it to my surprise. He pooed a few times as well.

Dr. Munn's office is closed now and not open till Monday. I will just pray that each day until his final day is not too painful or uncomfortable for him.

 

[mamarat]

Your poor sweetie. Sometimes they have good days and bad days. I'm sorry.

 

[Rachael]

Aw, I am really sorry.

 

[dan2333]

I gave him some spring water and he drank it which is good.

Right now he's snuggled in some clean rags. I will keep a close eye on him.

I'll post some more pictures on my blog later.

 

[arresai]

:sad3: poor skittles :hugs:

 

[Petunia]

aw sorry about Skittles.

 

[Joanne]

Sorry about your baby. I know how you feel - I had to put down one of my girls last weekend. When it seems like they're suffering, I feel it's the best decision...

 

[dan2333]

I found this website: https://www.aalaslearninglibrary.org/de ... esson=6279

It provides some details on the signs of pain in rats.

Also this one which you may have seen already: http://ratguide.com/health/basics/signs ... n_rats.php

 

[Roo]

http://ratguide.com/health/basics/signs ... n_rats.php

as well, for pain in ratties

 

[dan2333]

Skittle just passed away. He went peacefully. I am sad yet relieved that he is no longer suffering.

Unfortunately, I wasn't there during his last moments.

I know that he is in heaven now.

 

[mamarat]

I'm so sorry. :hugs:

 

[Joanne]

Sorry to hear about Skittle - he made that decision for you so you don't have to worry about him any more.