Seb gosling having trouble eating/drinking and breathing

[crj]

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A friend of mine gave that gosling to me. She has several adult sebastopols. A month ago she gave me 2 and were doing great. Since my friend isn't home enough to care for the little gosling she brought it to me. The living conditions are great. They live outside with plenty of places for shelter and are fed everyday. They also free range with with pond access. It's a nice little farm.

The wildlife rehaber and I feel the gosling could possibly have a heart issue. He stands well, wants to eat and drink. Like to be in water all the normal things a gosling wants to do. He does tire easily and will rest and watch every one else play. Hopefully we can get the breathing figured out and I really hope it's nothing too serious. I will know more later today after xrays and stuff are taken.

 

[crj]

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I'm not sure what a goslings tongue looks like. On the tip of the tongue is not the same as the rest of the tongue. I wish I had a picture but my daughter had my camera yesterday. It could be normal I just don't know. I no longer think the gosling has fallen behind. I think he is a late hatch and my friend didn't realize it. I am anxiously awaiting the results. Thanks all for trying to help.

 

[critterranch]

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Glad to hear it!

Let us know what the diagnosis was.

your very lucky to have a vet that will see it. most vets here wont even see a rabbit let alone any poultry or waterfowl. have found one yet that will.

 

[Balbinka]

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Ooh! That does stink.
We have avian, reptile, livestock, normal pet, and exotic vets near my area. But me, personally- I would be willing to travel to a whole different state if it came to saving any of my beloved animals.

 

[pete55]

Balbinka you're a truly devoted Mom

Bless you

Unfortunately it can be like that here in the UK and specialist Vets can be long distance and the journey's not always practical for the owner or the patient. Its a pity local Vets cant just examine a bird and do their best with a diagnosis. They have basic training after all

Pete

 

[Balbinka]

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Thank you for the compliment.
I try my hardest.

"You are forever responsible for what you have tamed."

I live by that rule, and I can't wait to get it ink'd on my back or ribs.

I agree about the "normal" vets not giving a diagnosis. Sad, that they won't even try.
They could at least have you sign a waiver that releases them from any bad results in treatment as long as they try, you know?

 

[Balbinka]

I have to admit though, it is a blessing to live in California only about four or so hours away from UC Davis.
They'll treat anything and everything. They can diagnose even the most unusual of diseases. They do a darned good job at it too!

 

[crj]

Actually I didn't find a vet. It was a vet the recommended me to a wildlife rehab/vet tech. They always have resourses and sure enough this woman does. My friend that I was origionally writing to is also a wildlife rehab/vet tech but in another state. So if you can't find a vet to work on your pet try wildlife rescuers they can always help.

Now for the update. I just got word that the gosling had a grandmall (sp?) seizure when they tried to put him under with a shot. I can't remember what it was. The vet tech Jennifer was told to take him home and watch him for the night to see how he does. If he stays well then they will try again tomorrow. Everyone is stumped and want to figure out what is wrong. Myself and Jennifer feel it may be a heart problem. That is our guess and it is a guess at this point. Hopefully more can be done tomorrow. The vet is wondering about it's knees thinking they may be deformed. That, I don't know. I will post tomorrow when I find out something. Thanks everyone for the help.

 

[Lamar Estate]

We're sending you and your little one good thoughts.

I hope you're at least feeling a little bit better about the situation, knowing that he's being looked at by a vet.

Please give him a kiss and a gentle squeeze from his friends in Minnesota.

Amanda and crew

 

[Balbinka]

That is so sad!

I'm really sorry to hear he is still poorly.
I really hope he gets better.