Parma Wallabies

[Stuart b]

Love Parma Wallabies!!!

[BARDNEYLOCK]

just out of interest what sort of care do you need for these animals, as I am genually interested not to buy. Thanks

[Pouchie]

Originally Posted by BARDNEYLOCK

just out of interest what sort of care do you need for these animals

Space, solid barriers due to poor eyesight (they can race into fencing and cause injury), shelter, sunlight, Vitamin E and Selenium supplement, no coarse foods that could cause lumpy jaw which they are susceptible to, hay, veg, pony nuts/non molassed horse feed/happy hopper or other such macropod pellet, plenty of water, bit of fruit and a peaceful environment with no stress factors. Constant stress can cause stress myopathy.

I think that is basically it.

[Amalthea]

You have no idea how jealous I am of you right now *lol* Parmas are probably TOP of my *one day* list!

[Pouchie]

I can see why. They are awesome little mini hoppers

I am amazed by what superb pets they make! So far they have proven to be clean and tidy, quiet, non chewing, non smelling, peaceful happy little characters. No vices at all so far!

The only thing I would say is they probably wouldnt suit someone who had a busy, stressful place with noise or anything fast moving as they are easily spooked.

I have tried to be pretty hands off for the first week but will start trying to get them to take food from my hand and approach me more. Eora is bold and curious anyway but Jack will take some work!

[BARDNEYLOCK]

Originally Posted by Pouchie

Space, solid barriers due to poor eyesight (they can race into fencing and cause injury), shelter, sunlight, Vitamin E and Selenium supplement, no coarse foods that could cause lumpy jaw which they are susceptible to, hay, veg, pony nuts/non molassed horse feed/happy hopper or other such macropod pellet, plenty of water, bit of fruit and a peaceful environment with no stress factors. Constant stress can cause stress myopathy.

I think that is basically it.

thanks ever so much for the advice nice to see how they can be cared for and by the sounds of it, it is a joy to have them even if worrying sometimes to stop them stressing or becoming poorly. xx

[farmercoope]

pouchie pouchie pouchie!!!

[Marcia]

Sooooooo cute

[Pouchie]

Originally Posted by farmercoope

pouchie pouchie pouchie!!!

Come on Joe you know I am married

[farmercoope]

Originally Posted by Pouchie

Come on Joe you know I am married

Lol! Well, if you ever need a butler, cleaner, SLAVE EVEN! lol