I recently purchased a 3-4 year old uromastyx. He has what I believe is retained shed on his neck. Its appearence is as a dry white patch, which is also quite hard. Am I correct in thinking this retained shed? What can I do for it? Thank you for any advice.
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retained shed?
gardenlady
Jan 05, 2008 03:06 PM
Replies (3)
el_toro
Jan 06, 2008 12:55 PM
If the patch really is stuck shed and not a fungal infection or something, then you can try getting some food grade mineral oil for it. Rub a drop or two into the skin. It should soften it up - make it easier for him to rub it off. Just don't pull it off yourself.
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Torey
Eugene, Oregon, USA
1.1 Saharan Uros (Joe and Arthur)
3.0 Mali Uros (Spike, Turtle, and Tank)
1.1 Ornate Uros (Scuttlebutt and Shazzbot)
0.1 Collared Lizard (Rorschach)
2.0 Green Anoles (Bowser and Sprocket)
1.1 Chubby Housecats (Roscolux and Jenny)
gardenlady
Jan 06, 2008 02:42 PM
Thank you! I assume that if it is a fungal infection that it will not respond to the mineral oil. If it looks like a fungal infection, take him to the vet or is there something at the feed store or over the counter human treatment that will treat it? Thank you again for your help!
el_toro
Jan 07, 2008 10:25 AM
If you think it's something besides retained shed, definitely visit the vet!
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Torey
Eugene, Oregon, USA
1.1 Saharan Uros (Joe and Arthur)
3.0 Mali Uros (Spike, Turtle, and Tank)
1.1 Ornate Uros (Scuttlebutt and Shazzbot)
0.1 Collared Lizard (Rorschach)
2.0 Green Anoles (Bowser and Sprocket)
1.1 Chubby Housecats (Roscolux and Jenny)
