Ok, heres the story. I used to work at the local humane society, and while working there found out they had an iguana that had been there for 6 months and had not found a home, it was found in a parking lot. I went back and they had been keeping this 5 foot iguana in a 55 gallon tank, with no uvb, and not hot enough temps, however he was at a good weight. I decided that he had been there that long that I would take him home and foster him, well we built him a huge cage, got a uvb light for him, and good enough heat. He eats great, drinks and is very active all the time. I feed him mustard greens, collard greens, mango, watercress, sweet potato and other stuff. Ive had him now for about 6 months in my house and just recently in the last month or so, he has started losing weight and looks really skinny compared to a month ago, however like I said he still eats fine, goes to the bathroom and is very active. What can I do? Does he need to see a vet, or is there something else that can be done? Thanks for any help or advice anyone can give!
Thanks!
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>> Ive had him now for about 6 months in my house and just recently in the last month or so, he has started losing weight and looks really skinny compared to a month ago, however like I said he still eats fine, goes to the bathroom and is very active. What can I do? Does he need to see a vet, or is there something else that can be done? Thanks for any help or advice anyone can give!
>>Thanks!
I would a vet visit is most positively in order. I would look at doing both a fecal and bloodwork. With it being a stray, naturally you have no age on him, but it just may be old age kicking in. Also there could be kidney issues, depending on original care, that are playing into the mix. I would first want a fecal done. Fecals must be fresh and can not be dried or refrigerated for best readings.
I would however lean towards previous bad care catching up with him. However if the values are low enough, you can work with your vet to help them.
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Cindy
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