We just checked into our motel room for the weekend. Mom, Daisy and I. I took Daisy to the grass, first thing, though she wouldn't potty (which was normal cause she had just gone a couple hours ago) Anyway, I noticed a big patch of poison ivy - so I snatched her up and we left that area. Are ratties allergic to poison ivy??? Since we've been inside I've noticed that her tummy and underside is all pinker than usual. Am I just imagining it or could it be the lights in the motel room??? She's walking around whining and looking for something, don't know what. I brought her a couple of her toys and chews. She has food and water available. This is our first time on a trip. Any input would be appreciated. I love that they have hi speed internet, much better than our dial up at home.

Thanks, Peggy

She may be whining and looking around just because she is in unfamiliar surroundings. 

Y'all are so reassuring. It's so nice to have someone to go to when in a panic. After I posted, I took Daisy out for a walk (in another area) and she has settled down quite nicely. I think the pinkness was just from the rather bright lighting in the bathroom here and for once she is really clean!!  - showing that pink skin off.  I had taken her yesterday for a bath and nail clipping. She's asleep right now on the pillow at my shoulder. So, thank you all so much for calming me down. Can't wait to see what tonight brings. I hope she doesn't do too much barking. Maybe this place will be quiet. Not too many people here yet, maybe it will stay that way. We're in a fairly rural town (Winnfield, LA).

Have a great weekend all!!