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Old 06-22-2018, 10:28 AM   #1
Taza225
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Default I think my hamsters leg is broken!

Yesterday night my hamster escaped from his cage and I found him with the cat we are temporarily taking care of. I quickly scooped him up and put him back in his cage.
I noticed that he was very slow, which is unnormal for him as he's an active dwarf hammy. I was hoping he was just scared or shocked but after further inspection, I noticed he had a small scratch on his forehead (not bleeding), and that he was limping, not using his back leg at all. I live in a small rural town and called the only vet, but they said that they only deal with cats & dogs and that they couldn't help. I put diluted antiseptic on his cut. I transferred to him to a tank, where he can't escape, and so he won't put any strain on his leg from trying to climb in his tubes or run in his wheel (he tried to but couldn't) as recommend online. He is still eating a bit of food and drinking water. I read a bit more saying that eventually, his leg could possibly heal on its own. I can't really do anything else but I'm still really worried about him. I feel really guilty about not securing his cage properly, and because of it, his leg is probably broken.
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Old 06-22-2018, 10:51 AM   #2
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Default Re: I think my hamsters leg is broken!

There is little that can be done for a leg break though a vet should a least be able to give some pain relief! As long as the foot still feels warm and there is no sign of any blackness on it or any bone through the skin it should heal OK.
Remove the wheel and anything he can climb on for now. If he is in a large cage then a move to a smaller hospital cage with no bars would be a good idea so that he can rest as much as possible. Up his calcium rich foods to aid bone healing and make sure you offer plenty good foods to keep him eating. I hope he is better soon.
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Old 06-22-2018, 06:02 PM   #3
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I am so sorry that this happened to your hamster. I will be hoping that he heals completely from this. Best wishes to you both. Hugs.
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Old 06-22-2018, 09:24 PM   #4
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UPDATE: Unfortunately when I checked in on him just now he passed away.
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Old 06-23-2018, 12:01 AM   #5
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Oh dear I am so sorry. There must have been some internal damage from the cat attack.
Run free at the bridge little one
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Old 06-23-2018, 04:17 AM   #6
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I am SO sorry for your tragic loss. Hugs to you.

RIP, little one. May you be restored to full health and have grand adventures at the bridge.
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Old 06-23-2018, 09:07 AM   #7
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I am so sorry to hear this. Play well at the bridge little man. Think of the good times he had and all the care you gave him..... Xxx
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Old 06-23-2018, 02:21 PM   #8
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I'm so sorry for your loss x
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