malik – Jan 21, 2011 12:00 AM

Malik's abscessed tooth appears to have returned. We see noticeable swelling on his cheek, but he shows no signs of issues with either the infection or pain. He easily feeds on chicken, deer legs and beaver, often chewing on that side. When we get some warmer weather, we will complete a full exam, which requires immobilization, but it is not worth the risk at his age or with these ambient temperatures. Malik has made several more attempts for my hat, and he and Shadow are showing signs of a hormonal surge as well.