genera/species) is never easy to deal with, and I certainly offer my
sympathies and condolences. After the initial shock of the news, I
usually find myself working like crazy to help cope. If you have a cord
of wood that needs chopping, you'll be surprised how therapeutic it can be.
- Jim
Larry C. Lyons wrote:
>Osmar died last night. He was a four year old ferret who was very
>active and playful. Up until 2 months ago. then he underwent
>emergency surgery for an obstruction. Then a month ago he developed a
>very severe set of gastric ulcers and inflammatory bowel disorder.
>Over the last month he went from 900 grams to about 430. Last night
>he got very sick around 12:30. I cleaned him up and the cage, gave
>him fresh bedding and put him back into the cage. I checked to see
>how he was doing as soon as I got up this morning. He died some time
>during the night.
>
>On top of that I had a job interview this morning. That lasted 3 hours.
>
>There are times things not only suck but suck supremely. The way I
>feel right now is a lot worse.
>
>Not sure how much I'll be on-line today.
>
>larry
>
>
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