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Caring of an Amputee...
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06/28/09 12:54 AM
06/28/09 12:54 AM
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RaiSaix
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Ok, so, if I ever do get my gliders, I have been thinking that I will at least adopt one from a shelter or something. But lately, I was wondering if it would be possible for a first time suggie owner (who would also be taking care of "normal" gliders as well) to take on an amputee. I just feel that often times these babies may get overlooked because of their "problem", which truly saddens me... So would this be feasible, or is it best left in more capable and experienced hands?
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Re: Caring of an Amputee...
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06/28/09 01:04 AM
06/28/09 01:04 AM
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Most tri-pods behave the same as other gliders. Often, once healed, their only limitations are the one's imposed on them by their humans. Some precautions for them are more hammocks in their cages but other than that, they usually do very well being treated like any other glider.
That being said, I would say yes. If you have done your research on gliders and are ready for the challenges that can come with a rescue, then three legs or four shouldn't matter.
620-704-9109 Judge not until you have walked in their shoes and lived their lives. What you see online is only part of the story.
I could have missed the pain But I'd of had to miss the dance
The soul would have no rainbow if the eyes had no tears.
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Re: Caring of an Amputee...
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06/28/09 01:06 AM
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RaiSaix
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Hmmmmm.... Ok then! Its a LOOOOOOONG time till I get my gliders, or any other pet, so I have all the time in the world to research!
EDIT: Also, can they be kept with normal gliders, or will the extra amount of hammocks and such be a problem for them? I seem to recall that thay can be kept together ok, but I'm just wondering.
Last edited by RaiSaix; 06/28/09 01:16 AM.
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Re: Caring of an Amputee...
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06/28/09 11:21 AM
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Yes, they can be with 4 legged gliders.
I placed a tri-pod, Toffee with his cage mate Zoey (4 legged). They live with Brenda and she said they are still doing fantastic together.
620-704-9109 Judge not until you have walked in their shoes and lived their lives. What you see online is only part of the story.
I could have missed the pain But I'd of had to miss the dance
The soul would have no rainbow if the eyes had no tears.
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Re: Caring of an Amputee...
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06/30/09 03:08 PM
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RaiSaix
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Thats great! Well, I will most certainly see what I can do when the time comes to get my gliders!
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Re: Caring of an Amputee...
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06/30/09 03:38 PM
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MizValorie
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Please talk to Val (JackieChansMom) She has SEVERAL wonderful gliders that she has rehabed that need homes. In fact I am adopting a trio from her with one glider that is handicapped.
Valorie and our 10 fur children
RIP Mary Kate
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Re: Caring of an Amputee...
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06/30/09 03:48 PM
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RaiSaix
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I would, but I'm not getting my gliders for a very long time....
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Re: Caring of an Amputee...
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06/30/09 03:50 PM
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MizValorie
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Still talk to her, she will be able to help you with any medical type questions and give you her experience. She has a lot of experience with gliders and she is a wonderful person.
Valorie and our 10 fur children
RIP Mary Kate
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Re: Caring of an Amputee...
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06/30/09 04:24 PM
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