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General Chat / Safe/Unsafe Wood

« on: April 24, 2009, 09:39:38 AM »

Hello everyone....have a question on woods. I  have been doing some research on "Scaley Bark Hickory".  We had a tree go down in a wind storm in our yard.  Does anyone know if that is a safe wood for our chinnies?  I have found large lists in my research, but don't see that one listed under safe or unsafe.  I don't know what else it would be called.  Hickory is a common name. 

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Board Requests & questions / new e-mail problems

« on: March 05, 2009, 08:36:41 AM »

I was wondering if it's just me or is anyone else having problems with the new free e-mail on the club?  I use to use it  a LOT, but it won't forward & all I see is a bunch of jiberisch for a message & am unable to view attachments even after Jamie told me what I should do to be able to view them.  Just isn't working.!!   Is it still being worked on?   I am going to have to do something  SOON or I'll be getting behind in my work.          Thanks  ~JANE~

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Health / leakage from penis

« on: December 02, 2008, 02:05:36 PM »

I have a question on my baby male.  He is now 11 wks.
old.  Seems like from day one he may have had this problem, but now it is more noticeable.  Even when first born , he had a "dirty belly"  (not the coloring).  As he got a little older & his penis got a little larger, I noticed he had small droplets coming out of his penis, clear in color.  Guess it must be urine.  He is fine otherwise.  Eats very well, gained weight well, is very active, poops lots, (of course).  He has been to the exotic vet we use (whom I highly recommend) a couple of times.  He also has been on courses of 2 different antibiotics as a precautionary measure. He continues to do well.  He was in a litter of 3, all doing very well.  The vet said to wait a bit to see if it stops.  I'm always taking baby wipes to wipe him clean.  Has anyone ever heard of this before........thanks--JANE   

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General Chat / Re: Laying Positions

« on: October 18, 2008, 08:55:29 PM »

One of my chins was constantly stretching at one time, and we do know our chins, don't we?  I knew she wasn't herself & that she was uncomfortable.  I took her to my exceptional exotic vet. & sure enough, she had intestinal blockage!!  He said they constantly stretch like that because they are trying to push the blockage down & out.  I just love this guy.      He is so good at taking care of my chinnies.       ~JANE*

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News / Re: Trying to start an Empress Chapter for eastern states

« on: August 15, 2008, 04:48:53 PM »

 Two confirmations to add to your list...Ricke & Jane Whaley from CHINCHILLA  ESTATES.  There may be two more.  My daughter & son-in-law who house part of the herd at their home.  Will let you know on them.  Time is getting closer.....can't wait!  This will be my first meeting.  Never have been to a show.  Sounds interesting, although I await more of the learning information that is in store.      ~JANE*

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Health / Re: serious penis problem!!

« on: August 10, 2008, 03:57:18 PM »

Go to the link above.  Then scroll down to "hair rings &
prolapsed penis"  photos, etc.  Then scroll down to where it says  "Treating a prolapsed penis".  I did what it says to do & was patient.  Felt like weeks!!  My little guy is looking so much better.  It is healing quicker than I thought.  It has already gone back up into the sheath & he not as grumpy. That is a definite site to bookmark for future reference.

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Health / Re: serious penis problem!!

« on: August 06, 2008, 02:59:04 PM »

I believe with the help of my vet, I have found out what it is.
http://www.chincare.com/HealthLifestyle/Healing.htm#vetarticles#treatingprolapse   It appears to be a prolapsed penis.  You can read about it at the site above. The picture of it on that site looks exactly the same as my chin's.
Thanks for all your help.   By the way, he has never mated.  He was born 2-25-08. The damage must have resulted from him cleaning himself.  The chin pictured below is my chin.  The one pictured on the site is out further than my chin in comparing the pictures.  His does come out that far at times, just wasn't out as far when I took the picture.   My poor Mr. Mc Goo!!  That is his name.  There is a good possibility that he is blind.  He is a het. beige.    ~JANE*

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News / Re: Trying to start an Empress Chapter for eastern states

« on: August 06, 2008, 08:56:44 AM »

So, there is nothing going on the 26th & the 28th, correct?

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News / Re: Trying to start an Empress Chapter for eastern states

« on: August 05, 2008, 08:52:56 PM »

Does anyone know what the itinerary is for the 3 days?  I am trying to decide if I can go & if so, what days I might want to make sure I am there. I know they are all important, but I may not be able to stay for the 3 days.      ~JANE*

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Health / serious penis problem!!

« on: August 05, 2008, 08:44:58 PM »

I want to ask you all if you have ever heard of this type of probelm. I have a male chin that is 6 months old.  I noticed that his penis was very swollen & would not stay in the sheath.  The tip was also very discolored.  You are probably thinking "hair ring".  That is not the problem. We could not find a hair ring. His penis was also very
dry. The lower part of his abdomen also seemed distended, but may only have been that his testicles just hadn't dropped yet.  We took him to the vet.  He asked that we leave him for a few hours so that he could give him some anesthesia & get a closer look & flush him out.  Yes, he is an EXOTIC vet.  A very good one, in fact.  They called me & told me I could pick him up.  When I got there, the vet informed me that he never did see a hair ring even looking with his special equipment as well as the naked eye. He proceeded to flush out the base of the penis sack & when he did hair, dry skin & all sorts of stuff came pouring out.  No, hair was wrapped around it, though.  The swelling went down & it did go back up into the sheath.  It only looked real good for a day.  He told me to bring him back if needed & I will do that tomorrow.  The tip is now very discolored, shriveling up & will not stay in the sheath again.  I fear he may loose the tip at least.  Is anyone familiar with this?  Please respond to me. 
                    Thanks  ~JANE*                          

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News / Re: Explaining Board links and Symbols

« on: July 31, 2008, 02:05:00 PM »

Hi Madie--welcome to the club.  You are going to love this place!!  How long have you had your chin?  I like his name.  He may not be familiar to his new environment yet.  They usually don't eat or drink much until they feel comfortable in their living conditions. Sometimes that can take up to a couple of weeks. Most are comfortable within a week.  He should be eating or drinking some, though.  Pregnant females usually drink lots of water towards the end of their pregnancy before they deliver.  But I guess that doesn't concern "Him", right?  I have heard it is best to just let them be, put their food in & maybe talk to them near the cage at first.  What color is he?  Chin addiction is very contagious........  ~JANE*   
                                                         
                                                             

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Board Requests & questions / picture size for website??

« on: July 27, 2008, 12:51:55 PM »

Hi everyone--I haven't worked on my website for quite some time & I'm trying to get back to it.     As far as images, does anyone know what the maximum size is for a picture that you want to upload to the website?  I have the free website with the chin club.  I am not sure if the size is my problem or I am not entering the correct wording in the image area after selecting the image link.  Thanks for any help you may be able to offer. I notice at the bottom of this forum it says 128 KB per post, but is that the same for the website?
                                      ~JANE*

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South East USA / Re: Any Tan Whites for Sale?

« on: July 05, 2008, 09:54:17 AM »

Thanks so much--I have purchased sapphire chins from them.  I may check it out.  I do have one person that I have been talking to about a tan white.     Thanks again--~JANE* 

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South East USA / Any Tan Whites for Sale?

« on: June 26, 2008, 08:25:20 PM »

Hi--I live in Tn. & am looking for a Tan White chin to purchase.  Preferably a female.  If anyone has one, please e-mail me at   
e-jane.w@hotmail.com    Thanks--~JANE*

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General Chat / Re: Pumice stone versus lava rock

« on: June 24, 2008, 08:15:58 PM »

I have heard that it is ok as long as it is washed.  Need to do some research myself.  Anybody else have some input on this? Or where to buy pumice in bulk?  It is not as easy to find in bulk as lava rock.