[Gpdd] HEALTH: Brownie Bear

[Lori Albee]

Hi Leah-

I'm so sorry to hear poor Brownie Bear is showing blood in her urine.  
Our Little Bear had the same symptoms when she was 2 1/2.  Our vet said 
she suspected uterine cancer because Little Bear was not spayed.  We 
scheduled her for surgery immediately, and fortunately our vet was able 
to get all of the cancer with just a regular spay 
(ovario-hysterectomy).  We had our dear Little Bear for 3 1/2 more 
delightful years before she finally left us for the Bridge.

I know that surgery is a scary thing and I always feel great anxiety 
when one of our babies goes under the knife.  But after ten years of 
living with all of these wonderful little friends (currently 12 rabbits 
+ 3 fosters and 6 cavies), I really believe that spaying and neutering 
prevent a lot of problems- especially ovarian cysts and uterine cancer 
in female rabbits and guinea pigs.

I know you'll do the right thing for Brownie Bear.  Finding a good vet 
is, of course, the most important thing.  You already know about 
syringe feeding and probiotics, so post-op won't be anything new for 
you if she does have surgery.  You might want to get some Critical Care 
beforehand.

Best wishes, and keep us posted!  Our thoughts are with you!  And of 
course, some extra hugs and kisses for Brownie Bear!

Lori