>
> My question is:
> will there be problems, when we put him back with his 2 male
> companions a few hours after the surgery? He is most definitely
> the boss. Should I be worried about him smelling differently
> after being at the vets?
>
> What are other peoples' after surgery experiences?
> I'd like to be prepared and do things the right way.
I have always taken both the patient and his/her cagemate to the vet, and
the patient goes directly back in with the other after surgery. I'm not
sure why you refer to a few hours, unless you are planning only to take the
one.
>
> And another question: is 156 grams a lot of weight for a male
> gerbil?
> He is large, but not fat at all, just long. He was an 'only
> child' and is the biggest male I've ever owned. His mother had a
> lot of milk despite him being the only nursling.
Hm that one I have no idea about.
>
> And, has anyone else ever had a gerbil with a tumor on his mouth?
> The veterinarian was a bit surprised to see it.
>
No, but my Spunky had a melanoma on his ear. I guess they can get growths
anywhere.
