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    My chinchilla ate some gum that contained xylitol (which is poisonous) late last night. I brought her to the vet this morning. She needs to stay for up to 48 hours. Even if the gum hadn't contained xylitol she would still be at risk of GI stasis from intestinal blockage (also potentially fatal), but the vet is more concerned about poisoning. They're drawing blood frequently to monitor glucose levels and have hooked her up to an IV to flush out her liver.

    The vet didn't mention death but I can't help dreading the worst. Looking at her empty cage breaks my heart. And I know that regardless of whether or not she makes it she must be suffering right now. Unfamiliar places and people can be terrifying for them to begin with, and I can't imagine what being punctured and prodded while restrained on top of everything else must be like for her right now.

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    I'm sorry, girl. I really think she is going to be alright. If they have her hooked up to the IV and her system is being flushed, she should be good. They probably also used charcoal to make her puke initially. Did they tell you when you could go visit her?

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    I can imagine how worried you must be. You are doing your best, I hope your chinchilla will get through this!

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    Awww, so sorry, & I hope she'll be alright! Sending you both positive love!


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    I'm sorry to hear about your pet, but it's good that you realized what happened and took her to the vet. You sound like a really caring and responsible vet owner, your girl is lucky to have you!

    I know how hard it is when your pet is going through stuff like this. My old rabbit had a lot of health problems towards the end of his life. Most of his issues were manageable, but it was hard when problems would come up and I KNEW he was in pain. And I can't even imagine how hard it must be to have to leave her there overnight... But she is in the best place and will get to come home to you soon!

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    Sending lots of love & prayers your way! My Cockatiel had so many health problems the last few yrs, it is heart-wrenching to watch them suffering even when you know they are getting the best possible care. Give her sm snuggles for me once you bring her home!

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    Sorry to hear about your poor little pet. Hang in there x
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    I don't keep xylitol in the house for this reason (and told my mum about it for keeping her pet safe). Best wishes to you and your babyx
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    Pets are so helpless when they are sick - Keep giving her love and attention when you can - Hang in there!

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    I picked her up and she's completely fine! She's her normal self now. I'm so relieved. Last night without her was ROUGH. Thanks for all the support.

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    Thank-god!!! So glad to hear that :-D

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    Thank god !! As long as you get them there in time, the vets can pretty much flush the toxins out of their system. I know I was scared to death when my little one ate chocolate !!

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