From:
"ncferretmom"
Date: 2008-01-16 06:52:59 UTC
Subject: [ferrethealth] Re: Sub-Q fluids for the ferrets
To: ferrethealth@yahoogroups.com
OK, OBVIOUSLY (I hope!) this should have read
When giving sub-q fluids to FERRETS, what do you use, saline or
Lactated Ringer's?
Please do not attempt to give the vet sub-q fluids. If (s)he needs
them, suggest they see a professional!
Sorry!
Renee
--- In ferrethealth@yahoogroups.com, "ncferretmom" <crdowns@...> wrote:
>
> OK, I have a question for the vets - and those of you who give sub-q
> fluids to your ferrets are asked for input, too.
>
> When giving sub-q fluids to vets, what do you use, saline or Lactated
> Ringer's. Is there a problem with giving one or the other? Why do you
> recommend one over the other? Or, does it matter?
>
> I have had vets give me both and I try to keep some on hand at all
> times. Thank you for your feedback.
>
> Renee
>
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