Ruben is slowly recovering from his seizure but is not yet fully mobile, his balance has been affected. Despite it all, he seems in good spirits, is responsive to his carers, and has a good appetite. He is living in his outdoor den and comes out to sit in the sunshine. Ruben’s food and medicine is being delivered to him on the end of a stick, from the truck, twice a day. We slowly drive into the habitat to feed him and top up his water. Ruben is being incredibly calm, gentle, and cooperating with our Resident Welfare Team. He appears to understand we are trying to help.

Dr Caldwell continues to warn we must be patient and Ruben’s recovery could be a slow process after a seizure which left him struggling to walk. He remains positive that Ruben can get back to where he was, it will just take time. Ruben is being fed in his den in his main habitat. He is taking his medication and the ADIWS team are doing everything they can to boost his fluid intake. He has an extra water bowl, electrolytes and glucose are injected into his food, he has ice lollies providing extra fluids and electrolytes, and he is enjoying one of his favorites, watermelon. Ruben remains responsive and engaged and has been leaving his den to defecate and move around small distances. Thank you for all the love being sent in the direction of this warrior as he faces this latest challenge.

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