Skinny Pig Data and T-4 count
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- Knee Deep
Didn't know whether to start a new thread or add it here, can be moved if needed.
My question - Has anyone experienced their skinny pig growing hair out of the blue? Lamb has developed a pretty good layer of "peach fuzz" over her back with some longerish teddy hairs sticking out here and there. She just turned 1 at the end of last month.
My question - Has anyone experienced their skinny pig growing hair out of the blue? Lamb has developed a pretty good layer of "peach fuzz" over her back with some longerish teddy hairs sticking out here and there. She just turned 1 at the end of last month.
I just found this thread and since I have so many skinnys and a couple of Baldwins I thought I would keep an eye on it.
As of right now the only issue I seem to be having is with the baldwin.She has what we thought was bumble foot however it goes away and comes back repeatedly, with or without ABs. She also has rashes that come up often of dry skin the vet seems to think it is a type of skin disorder is isn't spreading and comes and goes. Her weight is the same way she will get big and plump and then lose it all. The skinnys are all well and show no signs of illness.
I have ages from 4 weeks to what I like is about 2yrs old.
As of right now the only issue I seem to be having is with the baldwin.She has what we thought was bumble foot however it goes away and comes back repeatedly, with or without ABs. She also has rashes that come up often of dry skin the vet seems to think it is a type of skin disorder is isn't spreading and comes and goes. Her weight is the same way she will get big and plump and then lose it all. The skinnys are all well and show no signs of illness.
I have ages from 4 weeks to what I like is about 2yrs old.
- Mum
- I GAVE, dammit!
I found an article which might be helpful in establishing norms for regular pigs:I am particularly interested in T-4 counts of both Skinnies and regular pigs. There are no norms established so the more T-4 counts recorded, the closer we'll get to finding out what is normal.
http://endo.endojournals.org/cgi/conten ... 533?ck=nck
I'm still waiting for the results of Candy's T4 (not a skinny).
skinny/naked pigs
Pinky
Sex: Male
Color: Pink-Red Eyes
Age: ~1 year
Death: Stroke?
My wife bought him as she felt sorry for him as he was so ugly. We became best friends and were never apart when I was home. Very smart. First death :(
Eater
Sex: Male
Color: Pink-Red Eyes
Age: 2.5 years
Death: Debatable Vet/Siezure
Went in for routine checkup, vet said heart stopped 3 times under anesthesia for x-ray. Died 2 weeks later from siezure. Started argument about vet ability.
The Gal
Sex: Female
Color: Pink-Red Eyes
Age: 4 years
Death: Debatable Vet/mis-diagnosesed Heart Problem
Symptoms point to heart problem that seem typical. Vet said was calcium buildup. Post operation checkup testing started bleed anally which the vet said was of no concern. Next day found dead with pool of blood from butt. Took vet ability argument to whole new level.
Talker
Sex: Male
Color: Pink-Red Eyes
Age: 5 years
Death: N/A atm
Medical History: visits for broken nail, fight, cold (URI), stepped on (not hurt thankfully)
Currently very ill, has the same symptoms the Gal had. Vet argument climaxed and new vet chosen. Has enlarged heart and fluid in the lungs. Currently doesn't seem to be improving. :(
Little Dude
Sex: Male
Color: Tan/Black/Brown - Black Eyes
Age: 1 year
Death: N/A
Healthy happy pig
the Fuzz
Sex: Female
Color: Pink-Red Eyes
Age: 1 Year
Death: N/A
Healthy Happy Pig
Notes: Our vet debate/argument is because the vet is question is supposed to one of the best in the area. However we have had 3 die under what I call suspicious circumstances (1 not listed as hairy for annual checkup). My wife and I still argue/debate over this. I believe the current issue with Talker has hopefully changed my wife's opinion.
Pinky
Sex: Male
Color: Pink-Red Eyes
Age: ~1 year
Death: Stroke?
My wife bought him as she felt sorry for him as he was so ugly. We became best friends and were never apart when I was home. Very smart. First death :(
Eater
Sex: Male
Color: Pink-Red Eyes
Age: 2.5 years
Death: Debatable Vet/Siezure
Went in for routine checkup, vet said heart stopped 3 times under anesthesia for x-ray. Died 2 weeks later from siezure. Started argument about vet ability.
The Gal
Sex: Female
Color: Pink-Red Eyes
Age: 4 years
Death: Debatable Vet/mis-diagnosesed Heart Problem
Symptoms point to heart problem that seem typical. Vet said was calcium buildup. Post operation checkup testing started bleed anally which the vet said was of no concern. Next day found dead with pool of blood from butt. Took vet ability argument to whole new level.
Talker
Sex: Male
Color: Pink-Red Eyes
Age: 5 years
Death: N/A atm
Medical History: visits for broken nail, fight, cold (URI), stepped on (not hurt thankfully)
Currently very ill, has the same symptoms the Gal had. Vet argument climaxed and new vet chosen. Has enlarged heart and fluid in the lungs. Currently doesn't seem to be improving. :(
Little Dude
Sex: Male
Color: Tan/Black/Brown - Black Eyes
Age: 1 year
Death: N/A
Healthy happy pig
the Fuzz
Sex: Female
Color: Pink-Red Eyes
Age: 1 Year
Death: N/A
Healthy Happy Pig
Notes: Our vet debate/argument is because the vet is question is supposed to one of the best in the area. However we have had 3 die under what I call suspicious circumstances (1 not listed as hairy for annual checkup). My wife and I still argue/debate over this. I believe the current issue with Talker has hopefully changed my wife's opinion.
- AliceMcmallis
- Supporter in '08
Meeko - adult male, orange and white Peruvian
T4 - 12 nmol/L
blood tested because of chronic inappetance/weight loss
no current diagnosis
T4 - 12 nmol/L
blood tested because of chronic inappetance/weight loss
no current diagnosis
Piggy
Sex: Male
Color: Pink and Brown
Age: 4 years
Death: Heart Attack
Tried to give lasix to him, but he stressed him self out and had another heart attack.
Blackie
Sex: Male
Color: Black with a slight brown tint
Age: 5 years
Death: Heart Attack
Was mis-diagnosed with pneumonia but ended up having a heart conditon.
Wilbur
Sex: Male
Color: Pink, White and Brown
Age: 1 year
Death: N/A
Very healthy happy little guy.
Sex: Male
Color: Pink and Brown
Age: 4 years
Death: Heart Attack
Tried to give lasix to him, but he stressed him self out and had another heart attack.
Blackie
Sex: Male
Color: Black with a slight brown tint
Age: 5 years
Death: Heart Attack
Was mis-diagnosed with pneumonia but ended up having a heart conditon.
Wilbur
Sex: Male
Color: Pink, White and Brown
Age: 1 year
Death: N/A
Very healthy happy little guy.