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When should I switch to a new vet? My collared has been under the care of a veterinarian since before Christmas. The collared has been on and off sick and the last prescription was for a month of Baytril doses every other day and the lizard has not made a great recovery. She is very listless, isn't as active as she used to be and sometimes has trouble opening her eyes. One day she'll be jumping around and the next she'll stay inside her rock cave. She's had blood tests and fecal tests and nothing has come up. I like my current vet but I feel like she doesn't have all the knowledge or experience to help my collared any longer. She said if the Baytril didn't work, we would switch over to Tetracycline. I don't know if going through her entire stock of anti-biotics is the best idea. There are other "herp" vets around here, should i continue to stick with who I have now or try to find someone else?

has a Dx been made or is she just guessing? im all for a second opinion, try to take your records so you dont pay for anything twice. most vets will respect an owner wanting to get a diffrent look at the situation, i work with 7 vets, they often will ask eachothers opinions
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hanging out under heat lights burns up my brain cells!!

She's just guessing. I set up an appt for a new vet for Wednesday, this girl is registered at ARAV if that really means anything, but I'm giving it a try.

Being an ARAV member is a good thing. It means they are actively interested in herpetiles, and are recieiving continuing education on the topic. However it does not guarantee the vet will be top notch. I think they have done a good job, but yes, it might be time to ask what she thinks of a referal. She might even have someone to send you to

Ian