Persky, Hilary <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote
>Hi. Two of our four babies, now 16-18 days old, seem to be wheezing and
>clicking. Only one is bad; the other is so-so.
>
>The vet said it is rare for babies this young to get ill. Is this true? I
>think he believes it's congenital.
>
>What is the best way to handle this?
>
>Thanks,
>Hilary
This is a common problem with gerbil pups and is frequently fatal. The
pups need antibiotic treatment and you need to avoid aromatic woods like
cedar or pine.
Immediate action is important. If you follow this advice straight away
the prospects are very good.
--
Julian
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