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A vet is a good idea..

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Posted by: SuppleReptiles at Thu Apr 14 21:48:47 2005   [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by SuppleReptiles ]  
   

Just make sure to go with a knowledgable one! They might do a swab to check bacteria levels and a fecal exam to check for parasites. Don't take it to any vet though, a lot do not know what they are doing when it comes to reptiles.

As for the animal being CBB... I am not true to be rude or question you but... I would say 95% of the BCC on the classifieds that are "CB" are captive born (not bred) babies from WC females. Even true CBB can have problems with bacteria and parasites. Again, this is not a question, just an FYI.

I would wait 2-3 weeks before feeding. Try dipping the head of a rat in chicken broth and see if that works. Feed very small meals for awhile.

I would treat with nutribac no matter what. It is just good bacteria that is found naturally in the digestive tract. When they gurge, they loose it.

You might want to try more of a heat graduate too. 86 is still pretty hot, 82 would be more ideal. Some have had better results with BCC on hotter hot spots. I haven't play with this, but you could try 95 on the heat. I have been keeping most of mine at 92 or so.....

I would also soak it in a pedialite and water solution. Fighting dehydration is one of the biggest problems with gurgers.


   

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