Just wondering...My frog swallowed some soil today, the cricet escaped the tonge and he managed to eat some soil. I didn't see it but, when he opened his mouth I saw black..he only opend it a bit though. I'm worried, probably for nothing, but still.
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How much soil takes for an impaction?
CokeOfMan
Jan 01, 2004 02:54 PM
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CokeOfMan
Jan 01, 2004 02:54 PM
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eve
Jan 01, 2004 09:58 PM
I don't think the small amount grabbed when eating a cricket will hurt.
I watch my baby bullfrog grab sphagnum moss when trying to nail a bug, and see him also take it out with his front foot. They are pretty good with their feet.
Post a pic of your guy, 
Eve
ginevive
Jan 02, 2004 06:49 AM
If it is just soil, it will probably just pass. I'd worry more if it were rocks or gravel. Watch for signs of straining, and get the frog to a vet if there appear to be problems. I'd also put in a small dinner plate when feeding, and put food on that to prevent further swallowing dirt.
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