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Need Help Bloated Belly

bobby_wheels Jan 09, 2012 03:50 PM

I have a beautiful albino male that is 1 1/2 years old. The last time I fed him, he ate a fairly large mouse. I'm positive it wasn't to large for him, the mouse was almost as thick as the widest part of his abdomen, Well it's been about 1 month and he still looks as if he just ate the mouse. I have been offering him meals regularly, but he won't eat. He has evacuated already, so I'm pretty sure it's not constipated. I have just recently come upon some really hard times financially and need to avoid taking him to the vet for a while if I can. I know that's horrible of me, and I feel bad about it. I will take him as soon as I can, however for now I just need advice and or ideas on what to do. Please help, without giving me a hard time I truly feel sh#@y about this.
Thanks,
Bobby_Wheels

Replies (2)

NUCCIZ_BOAS Jan 09, 2012 04:05 PM

I have never had any experience with anything like this, but I suppose a good place to start would be the basics.... I would try soaking him in warm water, and make sure that his cage has sufficient heat and humidity. Neither of these could make his condition any worse.....

Also, I would call a vet that specializes in exotics and ask what they think. Advice is free!

Best of luck,
Tony

Bobby_Wheels Jan 12, 2012 03:11 PM

Thanks Tony, if you think of anything else please let me know. Any advice or suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Bobby_Wheels

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