Seeking Answers For Indy

Over the past several weeks, we’ve noticed that Indy the hen has been losing weight, despite her usual  bright spirit. Concerned, our veterinarian ran bloodwork and parasite tests, but they came back normal.  Given that, the most likely explanation for Indy’s continued weight loss is cancer.

To get a clearer picture, Indy has been referred to Stahl’s Exotic Animal Veterinary Services for a CT scan. We are grateful that our trusted vet, Dr. Carothers (who took such good care of Miles and Quincy this year), will be the one caring for her. Still, we are deeply worried as we wait for answers.

Through all of this, Indy has remained her usual self:  alert, curious, and enjoying her days. She and Elton the rooster both lost their lifelong companions last year, and in their shared grief, they formed a new friendship. They have been inseparable ever since, giving each other comfort and company. Watching them support each other reminds us just how deeply animals feel and how much their bonds mean.
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Please keep Indy in your thoughts as she heads into this next step of diagnositics. If you’d like to help us cover the costs of her specialized care, and ensure that every animal here at Life With Pigs has the support they need, you can donate at lifewithpigs.com/donate. Every gift makes a difference in giving our family members the best lives possible.