>> i occasionally read about getting male gerbils neutered in your
>> posts, but
>> how on earth is it done???
>
>Same way it's done to other animals. ;-)
>
>> i've never heard of anything like that being done in England, so
>> please excuse my naievity.
>> isn't it dangerous on such a small animal?
>> just really curious!
>
>I'm sure it is done in England, b/c I believe I've seen Julian discuss
>it.
>
>I don't think it's especially dangerous; I believe the biggest risk is
>the anesthesia. Isofluorane gas is said to be the best choice for
>gerbils.
Agreed. It's a little easier to adjust the dosage on the fly
than an injectable.
>I haven't had any gerbils neutered, but Pippin had a scent gland tumor
>removed. He came out of the anesthesia just fine. It was day surgery! I
>picked him up just a couple of hours after I dropped him off, and he
>was already moving around in his cage, looking perfectly normal. The
>vet said Pippin came out of the anesthesia very well. The whole
>procedure cost only $55. A similar operation on a human would probably
>cost over $5000!
Mine cost over $14,000 <g> Praise insurance for humans!
My local vet quotes around $85-100 but does have the
right gas for it. He will also arrange a few payments over
a few weeks as long as he has at least $50 down.
The specialty vet an hour and a half north, is also around
$100.
>Some folks who've actually had gerbils neutered can help you out more.
>I'm sure Julian can tell you all about it, and may even be able to
>suggest a vet.
Julian would be an excellent one to ask, I think.
Being on that side of the pond and all. :)
Deb
Rebel's Rodent Ranch
