Lampang, Aug. 5 – The medical team performed a euthanasia injection to “Phang Siwei”, 65, to pass away peacefully. 20 days after being admitted to the Friends of the Elephant Foundation for constipation Veterinarians warn elephant owners to be careful with feeding during this time.
On July 15, at 11:00 p.m., Pang Si Wai was sent to be treated at the Friends of the Elephant Foundation Hospital, Hang Chat District, Lampang Province. Fart, temperature is normal, but the pulse beats 37 times / minute (slightly higher than normal). Initially, the doctor gave 1 injection of vitamins, 30 liters of water, and injections to stimulate the gastrointestinal tract. injections to reduce pain in the abdomen digging through the garden to find grass clippings
The next day, after eating tamarind, Phang Si Wai bananas excreted 1 pile of old grass stalks, corn stalks, corn leaves and undigested bananas. After that, I have always treated according to the symptoms. Both giving antibiotics compress herbs, gardens, etc., with a team of veterinarians from the National Institute of Horses to help in treatment
Finally, last night, after completing 20 days of treatment, the ailment symptoms did not improve and began to worsen, so an ultrasound examination was performed. It was found that the large intestine had been torn (ruptured) for a period of time. But elephants survive today due to infection control and daily water intake. But if left longer, the elephants will suffer. The enlarged intestine pushes against the chest cavity. Causing the elephant to suffocate and die from shock From the said problem, in order to prevent the age of the Wei, which is old, which must endure anymore, then bring the opinions of the medical team to coordinate the owner of the elephant and allow the injection to be pierced in the middle of the sadness of Pat. the one who treats
The veterinarian Kruathong Khayan, Director of the Elephant Hospital, Friends of the Elephant Foundation has warned the owner of the elephant during this period Be careful feeding the elephants. And be careful of bringing elephants to find food for themselves. Elephants may eat food that is difficult to digest. If the elephant is old, it should grind food for the elephant. Difficult to digest foods such as corn, grass stalks, coconut stalks, banana trees, and vines should not be taken. They will be difficult to digest and cause problems. Elephants are constipated and unable to pass, causing suffering and life-threatening.-Thai News Agency
Source: Thai News Agency