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anafranil Oct 13, 2006 02:32 PM

My adult male frequently steps on his droppings making a bit of a mess in the enclosure,he is not tame enough to take a bath so I have to rub his underside my self.What kind of soap would you use for such a purpose?

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IGUANA JOE Oct 14, 2006 12:01 AM

Neutral soaps are best. Anything that is fragrance-free, etc.
Neutrogena for example.
Or, you can use those gentle baby-wipes (I use them on our puppy).

Then again, if you're able to wash/soap/wash an iguana, you should be able to let it have a soaking once in a while, and relieve itself. Do remember to IMMEDIATELY remove the animal upon defecating, clean/sterilize the tub/container, and make sure the animal is clean from contaminated water.

Contact with the animal's feces increases risk of salmonella.

-IJ

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