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- Health & Wellbeing
He isnt eating well and hasnt had the appetite he used to for a long time also he had some nose rub im wondering what could be wrong if its his enclosure or him being stressed from being close to my chameleon or something i need to take him to the ve
Use a background to block his view. This may prevent glass surfing or nose rubbing as well as provide more privacy/security. Again, check the temps in his enclosure to make sure it is species appropriate. Offer a variety of crickets, mealworms, dubia roaches, silkworms and wax worms. Gut load prey for 24 hours prior to offering. Dust appropriately with vitamins and minerals regularly. He may also benefit from a soak in a warm 50/50 solution of water and unflavored PediaLyte. If his appetite does not return after adjustments to environment and diet, have him examined by your veterinarian or a vet experienced in treating reptiles. Submit a stool sample to diagnose intestinal parasites or bacterial overgrowth.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
- Health & Wellbeing
I have a nile monitor and would just like to know some in dept tips on how to make sure he is getting what he needs and how he acts.
Thanks for reaching out about Sanic and including photos. Several of the nationally renowned herpetological societies (Chicago, Arizona), have good online information on husbandry and diet. As medical advise, an initial visit with a veterinarian for a physical examination and fecal testing (at least) is recommended. Annual visits are also recommended as follow ups. Husbandry and nutrition are key starting points for long term health, just like in people. A well rounded diet with multiple components, is more likely to avoid vitamin and mineral deficiencies and excesses. As with any animal, exercise is important. Good luck.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
- Health & Wellbeing
1)Raptor didnt shed real well because he only shed his back legs and neck. 2)Both of his eye are shut. 3)green liquid on his enclosure bedding.
Soak Razor in warm water for 15-20 minutes. Gently rub off any loose shed but do not pull or tear at it. If he is wiggly, you can place him in a small container with paper towels moistened with warm water for 15-20 minutes. The moist heat and humidity should help with the shed. Make sure he can breathe in the container. You can put this moist hide in his enclosure so he has a place to go when he is shedding. Monitor his stool and submit a sample to your vet to diagnose intestinal parasites if you see more "green liquid".
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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He pooped out a cm size poop very bloody all over my friends hands!! She's taking him to the vet asap tomorrow but is there anything she can do to help him be comfortable tonight. It is large very bloody and brown with white, it doesn't look like a p
Keep him warm and as stress free as possible. If he is on loose substrate, switch him to slate, paper towels or reptile carpeting to prevent material from sticking to his vent. Submit a stool sample to your veterinarian to diagnose intestinal parasites.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
- Training & Behavior
My baby red eared slider turtle is not eating from months and now he is having soft shell........ And their is not any good vet. Where I live............ So what do I do??
Check the water and ambient temperature. Low temps can affect appetite in reptiles. Mae sure the water is not too deep, no deeper than twice his shell length, and keep it clean via filtration or regular water changes. Offer a commercial pellet or stick diet supplemented with dark, leafy greens and some protein (crickets, feeder fish, earthworms). A UVB light source is also critical for shell health as is regular vitamin and mineral supplementation. You can read more about slider care here: http://www.anapsid.org/reslider.html
Updated on August 12th, 2025
