Spiderman

Hello! I'm Spiderman!

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Pet Pleasures:  The Marvel Universe 

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Pet Peeves:  The DC Universe

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Arrived at FARRM:  2020

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Sex:  Male

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Age:   2019

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About:  Spiderman was surrendered by a working farm in the Northwest Territories. Spiderman was born with loose ligaments in his front legs, much like Spartacus. Loose ligaments can be addressed at birth, but because Spiderman went so long without medical intervention, once he arrived at FARRM there was not much we could do for his legs. Thankfully, Spidey felt comfortable learning to walk on his elbows! As Spiderman had started walking on his elbows from birth, he had not experienced any major pain or discomfort until some changes as of late. When Spidey arrived he had a Coccidiosis overload, which many agricultural animals contract when they are babies in mostly unhygienic environments. Cocci attacks the intestinal tract resulting in diarrhea, abdominal pain, severe illness, and even death. Spiderman was started on medication immediately and recovered quite nicely. 

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Spidey arrived at FARRM one hour after another intake, Nacho. All new FARRM residents must be quarantined before joining the herd. Spidey and Nacho were immediately quarantined together and fell madly in love with each other. The two have been inseparable ever since. Although Nacho is not considered a special needs resident, she resides in our specials pen with Spidey so they can spend their days together. Spiderman will likely have arthritis in the future due to the constant weight bearing on his elbows, but is currently managed for any pain or discomfort he may have in his joints.    

                     

Spidey is still mobile and a happy and healthy resident but is having some complications with one of his front knees. His body has started developing unhealthy bone growth in the area and we have been working closely with our vet to develop a plan for his quality of life to be maintained. Spidey is playful, affectionate, and unique. Although Spidey loves the humans of FARRM and receiving some well sought after affection, he also enjoys his time in solitude. Spidey spends his days with his lovely lady Nacho hanging out and basking in the sun.