Our thanks to everyone sending love for Ruben. Currently he is spending most of his time in his den in his main habitat. He is still struggling to walk following his seizure but manages to come out of his den in the mornings, with some stumbles or falls. He enjoys the morning sun, returns inside to the coolness of his den to sleep in the heat of the day, and comes out again as the day cools. This is not unlike his usual routine except that his mobility is very limited again. Twice a day, the Resident Welfare Team drives into his habitat to give him first his medication and then his dinner, which is thrown in front of him so that he can reach it. He is alert and looks interested as soon he hears the vehicle, and has a good appetite, eating his full meal. To boost his hydration, we are giving him the ice lollies he loves, which include blood, glucose and electrolytes. We have also given him an additional lower drinking bowl. He is effectively on bed rest, and everything is being done to ensure he rests and recovers.

Dr Peter Caldwell feels he has responded to medication and made some progress, but we must expect it to take time, and be patient. Ruben has overcome massive challenges and we all know his determination.

We appreciate that for supporters and everyone at ADI, this has been a huge shock, but we are all rooting for our warrior, who has overcome so much.

You can support Ruben’s care by donating here or ordering Ruben apparel here.

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