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MzWatson
11-08-04, 11:03 AM 11-08-04
sorry to be so forward but i need to know about it my female has strarted to have soft poo and i dont know wat to think about it. i think she is pregnant so i dont know if that changes anything and also her pups are weanings.

Any advice gladdly taken,

Lve Kt xXx

Doom Gerbil
11-08-04, 11:40 AM 11-08-04
it certainly isn't normal
Are the pups poos normal??
have you given her 'wet' food lately?
Has their been a change of diet?
do the poos smell?
if it continues then it may be wise to see a vet just in case
I'm sure others will advise too

andreaS15
11-08-04, 07:40 PM 11-08-04
I agree with doom gerbil.
If you are feeding her more fresh fruits and veggies her stool can become softer. If she has a wet bum from it, or is looking a little lathargic it's time to see a vet.
If your gerbil has diarhea it's time to see a vet, wet tail can cause death and is very serious.

Hopefully it's just a new food, or fresh veggies.

MzWatson
11-09-04, 07:28 AM 11-09-04
yeah it smells and the others are perfectly normal. i did put some apple in there not too much but i suppose it is possible that she ate it all quickly, it didnt last long, if thats the case will she be ok? i will keep a close eye on her.

ThanQ

Kt x

Doom Gerbil
11-09-04, 07:31 AM 11-09-04
I think if it doesn't clear up in a few hours see a vet and if any other gerbils develop the symptoms same applies
other than that I would say if it clears up it should be fine and yes if she ate too much apple that might well be the problem!!!

MzWatson
11-09-04, 07:37 AM 11-09-04
thanQ shes had me worried but i knew someone would know on here.

Kt xXx