Yes, I've gone through all of those things- it's really a puzzle to me. All
my gerbil tanks are cleaned with very hot water only, unless there's some
reason to disinfect, which there hasn't been. No potential allergy causing
toys, they don't live close to windows or the heater...maybe it's fun to
sneeze? or annoys her sister? This is her 4th day on her antibiotic and the
frequency of sneezing seems to be less. We shall see....
Jill
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> From: tlera <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: Re: sneezing gerbie
> Date: Thursday, February 17, 2000 9:11 AM
>
> Jill wrote:
> >
> > Hi list-
> > What would you make of a gerbil who sneezes almost constantly
but has no
> > other symptoms? I've had her and her cagemate on plain paper for
several
> > weeks now, thinking it was an allergy (but they were on aspen before).
I
> > started her on an antibiotic about 3 days ago, and haven't noticed any
> > significant change. Her nose makes this occasional whistle when she
> > breathes, like it's stuffed up. I'm beginning to think she's allergic
to
> > herself! Any thought are appreciated!
> > Jill
> >
>
> What are you using to clean out her home? It could be she
> is allergic to that. Try just rinsing with very hot water,
> or using rubbing alcohol when you feel you need to
> sterilize. Rubbing alcohol evaporates and doesn't leave a
> film. Also check her toys to make sure none are made of
> cedar or pine. Check her location, is her home in a drafty
> place?
>
>
> --
>
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