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I was wondering. Now, I'm always paranoid about holding any sort of amphibians with the exception of some toads because of their sensitive skin. When I'm working (I work at a pet shop) I get people coming in all the time with kids who want a frog. And you know kids...they want something they can hold. So I never really know what to tell them. If they're insistant, I just say to make sure they wash their hands VERY well before handling the frogs. But I really don't know...are there any amphibians (frogs in particular) that do well with regular handling? Thanks!
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No, there aren't. The best you can do is advise a toad since they are a little hardier. Maybe get some cane toads out of Florida. LOL
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lol...yea...that's all we need. Well, we do have some little american toads that we usually sell for the one in a million customer that comes in looking for a toad to scent pinkies for a problem feeder (usually a hognose). Though we may be getting in some Western Green Toads, Bumblebee Toads, and Christmas Toads.
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1.1 Albino Nelson's Milks
0.1 Dumeril's Boa
0.0.1 Albino Corn
0.1 Mex Mex
0.1 Northern Blue Tongue
0.0.1 Green Tree Frog
0.0.1 Cuban Tree Frog

It's really not safe to handle any frogs. Even antibacterial soap residue on our hands can harm them. Rubber gloves should really be worn whenever handling a frog. The only time I handle mine is during cage cleaning.
I really don't think any species of frog are good for regular handling. I would suggest a lizard or snake to someone who wants a holdable pet.
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That's what I figured too. Parents don't want to hear that, but it's what I stick to. As for the antibacterial stuff, I usually just use hot water and scrub my hands as best I can for about 30 seconds, no soap...then luke warm water for 10 seconds.
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1.1 Albino Nelson's Milks
0.1 Dumeril's Boa
0.0.1 Albino Corn
0.1 Mex Mex
0.1 Northern Blue Tongue
0.0.1 Green Tree Frog
0.0.1 Cuban Tree Frog

Well, the good thing about soap is that most do strip the oils off of your skin.

I don't know which is worse (soap or oils), though.
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When ever I have to pick up one of my frogs I rinse my hands really well with warm water then put a drop of stress coat on my hands.