Ike the Chipmunk

Our Ike has been struggling lately with his weak immune system and we've done several rounds of antibiotics, but couldn't knock the infection. After Dr. Rose consulted an FIV specialist, we decided to risk it all and remove his remaining teeth to eliminate the source of the infection and give him a chance to rebound.

It was a long day worrying about him, but he is tough. He came through the surgery (almost 2 hours) with flying colors. When he got home he was dazed and STARVING.



"What happened? I can't see straight and my jaws are swollen."



... "I can't feel my lips!"



Our poor little Ike will be eating prescription food, watered down to a smooth consistency and taking pain meds for a few days. Wish him luck - he's a real trooper!