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stickysweet
at Fri May 21 17:16:59 2004 [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by stickysweet ]
The little trooper (I sound like my dad!) made it through the night just dandy, and he accepted some of the MRP both through a syringe and simply offered - he didn't eat much, but even a little appetite is a huge sign of improvement. After talking with the breeder, who conferred with several of his breeder friends, I decided NOT to amputate. There is some minimal use of the leg and, as I've seen some fantastic reptile recoveries, I've got hopes that he'll bounce back. He'll be permanently scarred and not quite a pretty as he was, but I have hopes that he'll recoup nicely. Travis also offered hope - he had a similar experience (a crestie mauled by a cat), and his gecko rebounded and is living happily.
It's also a sad thing to see so few herp vets... ANYWHERE. My exotic vet (who's helped me with rats, iguanas, and rabbits) has precious little knowledge on reptile medicine.... She equated Cresteds with ALL OTHER GECKOS (including leopards and tokays!) and that was immediately a huge warning sign - She immediately stated that he had severe MDB because of his "skinny legs and loose skin," nevermind that Cresties are SUPPOSED to look that way (and believe me, he's not skinny). She even went so far as to tell me he was stunted (because of his "big head" !!! GRR... but I won't continue to blast vets; JUST BE WARNED. I am grateful for the Baytril and electrolytes, but she can do little else to help me.
THANK YOU ALL for your concern and your help! I'll keep everyone posted, and let you know if the little guy survives this.
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UPDATE! He LIVES! - stickysweet, Fri May 21 17:16:59 2004