I rarely post on here now, however I went on the chat last night because when I ran into an issue with Polo, I knew this was the first site to go to where there were many knowledgable people I could count on, like always, to help me figure things out while my head was cloudy during a tough time.
Also thought I'd post an update since Polo had some fans in the past (I'm sure the jumping photo's will ring a few bells for some!)
For those who were not on chat last night, I had noticed Polo was going downhill fairly fast within a 24hr period. I will not go into details about what was happening, but in short, he basically had everything going wrong with him by the time night came around. No appetite, mobility and unable to properly "go to the washroom."
It was quite clear that he was in pain so I had checked on him throughout the entire night while having him wrapped up in a blanket and with some infant ibuprofen (thanks to Shelagh's suggestion) to atleast help him somewhat with discomfort. By the time morning came around, I knew it was time.. he was no longer able to simply just be a rat. He was euthanized at 10am this morning (and yes, I was in the room to entire time to stay with him during his last breaths)
Polo was estimated to be about 3 years old (adopted from the SPCA, but him and his brother were both assumed to be around 10 months to a year old when I got them)
Always super energetic and full of spunk (and along with that, little spurts of attitude!). Favourite activity? Jumping everywhere and anywhere. He was kept in the same cage as his brother his entire life (except for the past couple of months due to Marco getting picked on by Polo way too much due to his mobility issues. I did let them quickly sniff each other before I left for the vet this morning, however... although not for long since I didn't want to stress him out anymore then he already was)
Due to his energy, I spent the most time teaching Polo tricks.. and he always picked up on them super fast! He was the best at walking on his hindlegs on command.
There is a large thread here of stories and photo's from his lifetime: viewtopic.php?f=51&t=19529
However, I thought I'd post a few of my favourite pictures from over the years here.
His walking trick (this was around when he was first starting to learn it)
Stealing and carrying a massive treat... tsk tsk
Easter time, stuffing his head into an egg for a treat, lol
Stealing my water (he was quite a thief)
Climbing my leg
JUMPING!
And lastly, my favourite of him and his brother together...
Also thought I'd post an update since Polo had some fans in the past (I'm sure the jumping photo's will ring a few bells for some!)
For those who were not on chat last night, I had noticed Polo was going downhill fairly fast within a 24hr period. I will not go into details about what was happening, but in short, he basically had everything going wrong with him by the time night came around. No appetite, mobility and unable to properly "go to the washroom."
It was quite clear that he was in pain so I had checked on him throughout the entire night while having him wrapped up in a blanket and with some infant ibuprofen (thanks to Shelagh's suggestion) to atleast help him somewhat with discomfort. By the time morning came around, I knew it was time.. he was no longer able to simply just be a rat. He was euthanized at 10am this morning (and yes, I was in the room to entire time to stay with him during his last breaths)
Polo was estimated to be about 3 years old (adopted from the SPCA, but him and his brother were both assumed to be around 10 months to a year old when I got them)
Always super energetic and full of spunk (and along with that, little spurts of attitude!). Favourite activity? Jumping everywhere and anywhere. He was kept in the same cage as his brother his entire life (except for the past couple of months due to Marco getting picked on by Polo way too much due to his mobility issues. I did let them quickly sniff each other before I left for the vet this morning, however... although not for long since I didn't want to stress him out anymore then he already was)
Due to his energy, I spent the most time teaching Polo tricks.. and he always picked up on them super fast! He was the best at walking on his hindlegs on command.
There is a large thread here of stories and photo's from his lifetime: viewtopic.php?f=51&t=19529
However, I thought I'd post a few of my favourite pictures from over the years here.
His walking trick (this was around when he was first starting to learn it)
Stealing and carrying a massive treat... tsk tsk
Easter time, stuffing his head into an egg for a treat, lol
Stealing my water (he was quite a thief)
Climbing my leg
JUMPING!
And lastly, my favourite of him and his brother together...
