My collared had his crusted shut this morning, noticed he was rubbing his head. I took him to the kitchen sink and sprayed him down to remove the crusts but don't know why this would have happened?
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Crusty Eyes?
mwrinkle
May 23, 2009 03:17 PM
Replies (4)
Rosebuds
May 23, 2009 05:33 PM
That is a sign of trouble and you need to get him to a vet ASAP. That is a sign of either an eye infection or a full blown RI. Either way, he needs vet care and probably antibiotics. I would guess that he has been sick since you posted about him being lethargic.
I know your temps seem good. How is the humidity level in that tank?
mwrinkle
May 23, 2009 07:10 PM
Around 50%.
Rosebuds
May 23, 2009 07:27 PM
I have always thought that Collareds need a dryer environment, so my vivs are around 30%, but I will add that most of my collareds are from new mexico locales and westward, so they are species for which the natural environment is dry compared to more eastern locales. I would try to get that humidity down a little because it might be causing a respiratory infection. If you use sand, I would get him off of it for now, use paper towels, avoid moisture except in a shallow dish or to give him a drink, and see a vet as soon as you can.
JackAsp
May 24, 2009 09:09 AM
Also, dipping a Q-tip in warm water is probably less stressful than using the sink.
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