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I am holding a water monitor for someone and I noticed today it is having some problems with balance. It is still fairly young and about 12-14 inches. It has been hiding most of the day but when it is out it has wobbled pretty bad when it walks. Each time it steps it falls on it's side. I have also noticed a small amount of drool coming from it's mouth. It's head woblles back and forth when it trys to hold it up. I have only had it a couple days. I realize a vet visit is in order but I am looking for a cause of these symtoms.

Thanks,
Mike
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Let the vet tell you the cause after he figures out the problem.

It could be many things neurological, respiratory infection, parasitic, dehydration or malnourished causing organ failure. A combo of any of the above. Basically what it will come down to is poor husbandry. That being said it does not mean it is from you it could be the person you got it from or the person they got it from. Or well yes it could be you too.

See the vet let him decide the rest.

Good luck

in the early 80's we had i think 6 geese...anyway one of them would stumble...walk one step forward and two steps back...i really don't think it was our husbandry..the goose was just not right...i think this happens in all animals...monitors are no exception..billy