Daphne has had episodes of severe reproductive issues (passing soft-shelled eggs, mild egg binding, passing no-shelled eggs, etc.) ever since I got her 2 and 1/2 years ago. She typically has ”episodes” when winding down for the season. 1.2 mls of 23% Calcium Gluconate + warm baths have always set her straight.
Due to Covid-19, I have had issues getting a new bottle of Calcium Gluconate for Daphne. The bottles at the shop are expired, and Amazon was not being helpful either. I wasn’t too worried as Daphne’s issues usually happen in the fall. However, she’s having a “flare-up”, and I don’t have her favorite drug on hand. I have Tums Ultra and Caltrate, which both have Calcium Carbonate. Will either of these help?
Shes currently straining, and I feel an egg. She is able to defecate, and is still eating. She’s plucked feathers around her lower abdomen, making me think that she’s been feeling discomfort for longer than just today. She‘s 4 and 1/2 years old, and I’d rather she just stop laying than die from her reproductive issues.
Btw, the emergency Vet does not take exotics, the Vet that takes exotics is currently closed, and my Vets stick to cats and dogs.
Are any of the calcium sources I have on hand useful? If so, how much do I give her?
Note, she already has Oyster shells available at all times + layer pellets. She lays perfectly normally until “periods of transition”. I think her body wants to take a summer break, but isn’t handling it well. I’m off to give her a warm bath and await your advice. Thank you in advance!
Due to Covid-19, I have had issues getting a new bottle of Calcium Gluconate for Daphne. The bottles at the shop are expired, and Amazon was not being helpful either. I wasn’t too worried as Daphne’s issues usually happen in the fall. However, she’s having a “flare-up”, and I don’t have her favorite drug on hand. I have Tums Ultra and Caltrate, which both have Calcium Carbonate. Will either of these help?
Shes currently straining, and I feel an egg. She is able to defecate, and is still eating. She’s plucked feathers around her lower abdomen, making me think that she’s been feeling discomfort for longer than just today. She‘s 4 and 1/2 years old, and I’d rather she just stop laying than die from her reproductive issues.
Btw, the emergency Vet does not take exotics, the Vet that takes exotics is currently closed, and my Vets stick to cats and dogs.
Are any of the calcium sources I have on hand useful? If so, how much do I give her?
Note, she already has Oyster shells available at all times + layer pellets. She lays perfectly normally until “periods of transition”. I think her body wants to take a summer break, but isn’t handling it well. I’m off to give her a warm bath and await your advice. Thank you in advance!
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keeping it all crossed that the Tums will help her. X
